The Potato Storage
Svínafell 1 Nýjatún Langatorfa, 785 Svínafell, Iceland – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.7/10! (score from 740 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Location was perfect for exploring nearby glaciers. It had a rustic feel, yet modern amenities.

The Potato Storage is offering accommodations in Svínafell, with free WiFi and free private parking. All guest rooms in the motel are fitted with a kettle. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at The Potato Storage also provide guests with a mountain view. The units will provide guests with a microwave. Hof is 8.7 mi from the accommodations.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
The Potato Storage has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 5, 2019- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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See what guests loved the most:
- Deborah
United States of America
“Location was perfect for exploring nearby glaciers. It had a rustic feel, yet modern amenities.” - George
United States of America
“Gorgeous location, cute efficient studio apartment” - Carol
United States of America
“Awesome place! Nicely decorated. Great, comfy bed. Very small kitchen area with 2-burner stove; however, it had all the pots & pans & utensils we could need. We cooked all our meals in room while staying here. Good views from porch. ...” - Laura
United States of America
“Comfortable, nicely updated rooms; space to spread out in the 1-bedroom unit; well-stocked kitchen; fantastic views.” - Elizaveta
Canada
“Great location in idyllic surroundings and just a few minutes’ drive from Svinafell and Skaftafell glaciers and their respective hiking trails. A short walk from the guesthouse will take you past lush fields with sheep and horses and sweeping...” - Amy
Netherlands
“I could live here and make this my home. The most comfortable stay in a week. Loved having a kitchen to make our own food. Bed was by far the most comfortable we have had all through our trip. Very clean and the design is gorgeous!” - Jan
United States of America
“The location was perfect for access to the national park and the unit was very comfortable and nicely designed. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed to cook for ourselves for a few nights. It was very quiet and peaceful and we...” - Linda
United States of America
“Extremely clean, compact but room for everything. New and lots of thought went into this lovely “Storage”. Very pleasant staff and the location couldn’t be better. Next to a campground but no noise from them at all. Bed was super comfortable.” - Gila
United States of America
“Klaus has been so friendly and accommodating. The place is surrounded by amazing glacier scenery.” - Margo
United States of America
“This is an amazing place in a great location. I love that the owners are green/ sustainably minded. It is close to the Skaftafell section of the park as well as close to a good restaurant and gas station. They definitely win the award for the...”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Hi there, we (2 persons) are looking to book some local tours nearby, say a Glacier hike in Skaftafell in late December. However, we will be relying o..
Hello, You could check with the glacier companies whether they would pick you up here at The Potato Storage. They all pass by Svínafell (where we are)..Answered on 6 November 2019Hi I am wanting to book for 2 people - we are good friends but not a couple. I notice that you say 2 single beds but in the photo they look like they..
Hi, all our beds are 90x200cm wide and 2 of those are usually put together to form a double bed. It is no problem to separate them in any apartment. O..Answered on 18 December 2021Hello Do you have kichen in the room?
We have cooking facilities in our apartments.Answered on 1 December 2022Hi, is there a kitchen?
Hi. There are kitchen facilities in all our apartments. Regards RegínaAnswered on 25 July 2021Hello. Are you still open?
Yes we are open all year.Answered on 3 November 2021Hi there, what are the laundry facilities like? I understand it is at additional charge but do we get access to the washing machine and dryer to do ourselves?
Hello. We do not have laundry facilities for our guests. It may be possible to wash for you if we know about it in advance.Answered on 24 November 2020- Still looking?
Area info *
Amenities of The Potato StorageGreat facilities! Review score, 9.8
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Smoke-free property
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Non-smoking rooms
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Danish
- German
- English
- Icelandic
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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FAQs about The Potato Storage
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Check-in at The Potato Storage is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The Potato Storage is 1,150 feet from the center of Svínafell. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at The Potato Storage include:
- Studio
- Apartment
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The Potato Storage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
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The prices at The Potato Storage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.