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The Elephant Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, connected to a shopping center, near Dam Square

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The Elephant Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of ARTIS and Rembrandt Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. Also, Dam Square and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Artis Stop is steps away and Mr. Visserplein Stop is 4 minutes.

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9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Communal living room
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Lockers available
$111 nightly
The total price is $148
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

Map
17 Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam, NH, 1018 DA

What's nearby

  • Hortus Botanicus - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • ARTIS - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rembrandt House Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rembrandt Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dam Square - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 30 min drive
  • Rokin Station - 18 min walk
  • Amsterdam Central Station - 22 min walk
  • Amsterdam (ZYA-Amsterdam Central Station) - 22 min walk
  • Artis Stop - 2 min walk
  • Mr. Visserplein Stop - 4 min walk
  • Plantage Lepellaan Stop - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Breakfast Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪ibis Amsterdam Centre Stopera - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Restaurant De Plantage - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Box Sociaal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Eik en Linde - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Elephant Hostel

The Elephant Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of ARTIS and Rembrandt Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and continental breakfast is available daily. Also, Dam Square and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Artis Stop is steps away and Mr. Visserplein Stop is 4 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 120 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–12:30 PM
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 2.50 to 10.00 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay

Property Registration Number 123456

Also known as

The Elephant Hostel Amsterdam

The Elephant Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

The Elephant Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Elephant Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Elephant Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Elephant Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Elephant Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Elephant Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Holland Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around The Elephant Hostel like?

The Elephant Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Artis Stop and 17 minutes' walk from Dam Square.

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Reviews

The Elephant Hostel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Pretty awesome place to stay! Staff were great, place was clean, location was convenient. Love everything about my stay!
Francesca, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The place very clean and the facilities are very good, the service was at reception excellent likewise the guests even though it was a Hostel tried not to disturb the other guests would definitely return!!
Angel Ulises, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean modern and friendly staff.
Casey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location and well maintained hostel - rooms were quiet, sufficient privacy, and slept through the night comfortably
Kep, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet, well decorated. And the staff were very friendly!
heidi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was just cosy, practical and stylish Staff members always there, efficient and kind I didn't stay for breakfast but the dinning room is just beautiful, quiet and pleasant, If I don't need a hotel I wish I can go just to grab my coffee every morning in a place like The Elephant Great job everyone!!!
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Central, cozy, and clean.

Great place, top standard, cozy lounge / café. Comfy beds, clean bathrooms and showers, both spacious. Central location, a great stay. Going back there in a week for a longer stay...
Sindre, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The place is nice and staff are relax helpful and kind
Ivette Suheid, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean safe perfect
faheem, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay

Amazing stay -- wonderful staff, great atmosphere and space.
Maria, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had good time. The stuff was wonderful. Was very clean and they provided clean sheets. My only lesson learned is not book in 24 people. One guy was snoring the whole night
Ali, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great and the beds are comfortable. The staff was very friendly.
Angela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Central, but quiet.

Stayed for 8 nights, park and museums near by, as is cafés supermarkets and coffee shops. Tram stops right outside. Postbox for mailing postcarrds right across the street, walking distance to Dam Square...
Sindre, 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I was pleasantly surprised with this hostel. When I arrived exhausted after a long trip I was greeted very kindly by the staff. I shared a dorm with 11 other girls and at first I was a bit worried about the noise but it was a very calm and relaxing atmosphere (and clean)! Everyone was very respectful. There were separate toilets and showers as well, which was great. The area around the hostel was fine and it was quite easy to take the tram to where you wanted to go.
Julia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, the pub crawl is their best feature because you get to meet the wonderful guides and go to fun places where locals meet. Props to Wojtek & Lidia for making our stay memorable.
julio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for 4 nights. Perfect spot! Dorm area was always quite and people were considerate! Bathrooms may be a little tight for some. But great place to stay as I was solo for this trip.
Kevin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a wonderful stay

Oh, what a wonderful Hostel this is. It is brandnew and everything was just perfect! I loved the interior and details and the staff was superfriendly and welcomming. It is also located in a lovely neighbourhood easy to walk to the city center or with the tram in front of the door.
Gesa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hostel is well designed and functional. In the shared (mixed) dorms, the bunk beds had curtains for privacy and large lockers for luggage storage. The bathrooms are clean and the showers have great water pressure. The reception/coworking cafe is very aesthetically pleasing and you get a free drink ticket from the coffee bar :) The only critique is the dorm bedrooms have motion sensor lights at nighttime, which could be distracting if you’re trying to sleep/stressful if you’re trying not to wake people up. Really enjoyed my stay!
Mercy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great for short stay in Amsterdam

Lovely little gem. Price is a bit high, and there are some typical hostel things missing, like a guest kitchen area. But it was clean, well maintained, and provides easy access to public transit options.
Alanna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Probably the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. It was much like a hotel instead. The building and rooms were in great condition and spotless, very nice aesthetic to the property too. The bathrooms were always very nice and clean, and stocked with paper towels and actual toilet paper, not the super thin cheap stuff. Although you had to make the bed, they provided nice linens, as well as a bath towel. The pods had plenty of space and the bed/pillow were comfortable. Only one outlet, so you’d want an adapter with multiple usb/usb-c’s. Lockers also had plenty of space for luggage, and a shelf for smaller items. I didn’t have time to use it, but there was also a gym which is never seen in hostels. The location was good too, you could easily walk into Amsterdam center within 15-20 minutes. Central train station was about a 25 minute walk. Overall 10/10, would definitely recommend this hostel for anyone looking for a place to stay in Amsterdam.
Owen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A very nice place to stay for solo travelers

I rented a bed on 3rd floor in a mixed sex dorm. The hostel was pretty much full, but it is a quiet environment in the dorms. One can beaerly notice that you are living amongst others. The common bathroom and showers are of newer standard, and is kept clean and tidy. The staff is wonderful. Would 100% recomend for anyone traveling alone.
Martin Helgå, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

An absolute gem all around!

From the moment you enter, the gorgeous scent of what's to come envelopes you. An absolutely gorgeous check-in area. It felt like walking into a museum. Beautifully curated and most importantly, the warm embrace of the people working within the establishment. Giulia, Leedia, and the other fine gentlemen, as well as the owner were present. This was only the 3rd week the hotel/hostel has been in operation. The owner, an absolute gentleman, greeted me and introduced me to his staff the first 10 minutes of my arrival. He gave me the history of the building and what is being planned going forward. The other gentlemen working the main lobby/check in aso made my 9 night stay special as well. Always pleasant, always engaging, and were of great help with anything that I needed. OH! the rooms! ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! Like a high end boutique. High ceilings, spacious, secure. High quality bedding and sheets. So much attention to detail. Fantastic mattress. Immaculately clean. Bathrooms were spacious, modern, beautiful showers. Great aesthetic and design. Without question, the best hostel/hotel I have ever stayed in. Tram was right outside of the beautiful building. Very convenient. There's also a laundry area with a washer and dryer. So convenient. I can't say enough good things about the staff and the hotel. EXQUISITE! I look forward to my stay this spring! I have goosebumps thinking about it!
BOBBY, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really comfortable and clean, also really good location. 👌
Vilja, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed in the 5 person room, really good value for money!
Zack, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff was very friendly and the hostel is located less than a 15 minute tram ride from central station.
Adriana, 3-night trip