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The Elephant Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel connected to a shopping center in Amsterdam with a bar

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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17 Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam, NH, 1018 DA
  • Place, Dam Square
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Anne Frank House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Van Gogh Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Bed in Unisex Dorm 24-Beds

9.0 out of 10
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(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in Ladies Dorm 12 - Beds

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About the neighborhood

Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam City Centre, The Elephant Hostel is adjacent to ARTIS and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Rembrandt Square. This 120-room, 3-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and dry cleaning/laundry services. It's connected to a shopping center in central Amsterdam and also close to Dam Square and Van Gogh Museum.
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What's nearby

  • ARTIS - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rembrandt Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dam Square - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Anne Frank House - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Van Gogh Museum - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Artis Stop - 2 min walk
  • Rokin Station - 18 min walk
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ibis Amsterdam Centre Stopera - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Café Restaurant De Plantage - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Koosje - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪De Orangerie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café De Druif - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Elephant Hostel

Hostel connected to a shopping center in Amsterdam with a bar
At The Elephant Hostel, guests have access to features like laundry facilities. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and access to locker space. This smoke-free hostel also has a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM for a fee: EUR 2.50 to 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 12.50 percent will be charged

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 2.50 to 10.00 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number 123456

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

This property does not have a Netherlands Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

The Elephant Hostel Amsterdam
The Elephant Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Elephant Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of The Elephant Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Amsterdam City Centre within a short 17-minute walk of Dam Square and also 2 minutes on foot from ARTIS. You'll also find Van Gogh Museum and Passenger Terminal Amsterdam within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elephant Hostel?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elephant Hostel on Oct 5, 2025 start from $220.33, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Elephant Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does The Elephant Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Elephant Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Elephant Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is The Elephant Hostel good for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at The Elephant Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Elephant Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

The Elephant Hostel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Elephant Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Elephant Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Elephant Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Elephant Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Elephant Hostel is Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), which is 20 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Elephant Hostel?

No, at The Elephant Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

The Elephant Hostel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love how easy it is from Centraal
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I just need your place to put my things in sleep work perfect for me. Recommend it for any Solo traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ivette Suheid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is nice and staff are relax helpful and kind
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Great property! Keep the pub crawl going!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

julio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Camden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never gave me any towels or clean bedding when they said they would
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very professional and helpful great meet and greet costing very good would stay again on my next visit to Amsterdam
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

eunhee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

솔로 여행에 아주 좋은 숙소

트램이 바로 앞에 위치해있어서 관광지로 이동하기에도 아주 좋은 위치입니다. 친절한 스탭이 이용방법을 잘 설명해줬고 로비가 정말 아늑하고 좋았어요. 침대도 깨끗하고 커텐으로 가려지니 프라이빗했어요. 화장실 샤워장 2개씩 있는데 붐비지 않게 잘 이용했습니다. 다들 매너가 좋아서 조용히 쉬고 꿀잠도 잤네요. 다음에 와도 또 이용할 생각입니다~
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

BOBBY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

eli

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

Amazing stay -- wonderful staff, great atmosphere and space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Clara Pereira

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

José manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
El personal fue amable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julika-Marisol

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingunn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Supert hostell rett ved trikken.

Supert hostell med gåavstand til det meste. Trikken stopper rett utenfor, cafeer og matbutikk rett rundt hjørnet. Kommer garanterr ril å bo her neste gang jeg er i Amsterdam. Bodde på sovesal for kvinner, vi var 15 stk på rommet og det var stort sett stille og rolig. Ikke så sosialt hostell siden det ikke er kjøkken eller store fellesareal. Men ble khent med folk på rommet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Volveré a alojarme sin duda

Si tuviese que volver a Amsterdam me alojaría aquí sin duda. La experiencia ha sido inmejorable: pude hacer el check-in de antemano, desde que llegué me atendieron con amabilidad y me ofrecieron una bebida de bienvenida. Todo está completamente nuevo y muy limpio. Además las camas con cómodas y cuentan con taquillas magnéticas para guardar tus pertenencias. Lo único que me chocó fue que uno debe hacerse su propia cama y después devolver las sábanas en un saco a recepción, pero tampoco en nada que me desagradara. Tienen comida a muy buen precio, tanto de desayuno como almuerzo, y recepción 24 horas. En pocas palabras, me encantó este hostel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025