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A cozy room with a wooden floor, a green upholstered sofa, a round wooden table, and a tall floor lamp.
A traditional room with a fireplace, wooden paneling, a sofa, a round table, and a bench.
A classic interior with a wooden bench, a round table, a clock, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with sheer curtains, a wooden wall, and a ladder.
A historic building with a sign for 'The Elephant & Castle' hotel.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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17 Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam, NH, 1018 DA
  • Place, Hortus Botanicus
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, ARTIS
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rembrandt Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Amsterdam (AMS-Schiphol)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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A bunk bed room with a wooden ladder, a small stool, and a window with curtains.

Bed in Unisex Dorm 24-Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with two occupants, one reading a book and the other lying down.

Bed in Ladies Dorm 15 - Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, two chairs, a round wooden table, and a vase with flowers.

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Triple Room

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

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A bunk bed with a headboard and a chair in a room with green walls.

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a wooden ladder, a small stool, and a window with curtains.

Bed in Unisex Dorm 16-Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a wooden floor.

Bed in Unisex Dorm 6-Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a ladder, numbered 107 and 108, and a small bedside table.

Bed in Ladies Dorm 12 - Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a ladder, numbered 107 and 108, and a small bedside table.

Bed in Ladies Dorm 9 - Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam City Centre within a short walk of Rembrandt Square, The Elephant Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Dam 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 Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum.
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What's nearby

  • Hortus Botanicus - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • ARTIS - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Waterlooplein - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rembrandt Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dam Square - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Artis Stop - 2 min walk
  • Amsterdam Muiderpoort Station - 5 min drive
  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Breakfast Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lagom - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪De Sluyswacht - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪ibis Amsterdam Centre Stopera - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zoku - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Elephant Hostel

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 luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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 12 minutes on foot from Rembrandt Square. 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 Aug 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elephant Hostel on Aug 31, 2026 start from $175, including 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 there parking available at The Elephant Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

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 a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a bar/lounge 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).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Elephant Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at The Elephant Hostel.

The Elephant Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great staff, great area
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hostel, very clean and beautiful. I stayed in the 6 person guest and it was a very quiet room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vilja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable and clean, also really good location. 👌
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception, great location, and comfortable and clean facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and perfect space
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and mostly quiet. Having a curtain is great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pretty awesome place to stay! Staff were great, place was clean, location was convenient. Love everything about my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Amenities
Clean modern and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the 5 person room, really good value for money!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and well maintained hostel - rooms were quiet, sufficient privacy, and slept through the night comfortably
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel Ulises

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet, well decorated. And the staff were very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and the hostel is located less than a 15 minute tram ride from central station.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sindre

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

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...
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all around
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and the beds are comfortable. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kaelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere. The service was fantastic and always there to help
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

faheem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean safe perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ying Man

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, they were very helpful regarding any questions or help I needed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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