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

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)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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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

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 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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
  • Rembrandt Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nemo Science Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dam Square - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • ‪Orloff - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪De Orangerie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Koosje - ‬1 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 dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, 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
  • 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 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 Jan 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elephant Hostel on Jan 7, 2026 start from $81.18, 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.

Will I be able to park 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Elephant Hostel?

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

Does The Elephant Hostel have a hot tub?

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.

Does The Elephant Hostel have connecting rooms?

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 that I can book 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. 66 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

Georgie

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Casey

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

8/10 Good

faheem

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

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best Hostels I've ever stayed at. It was very clean, very safe, and with a very cozy atmosphere. The Cafe was open at all times of day, and was quiet and relaxing, with a beautiful decor. The rooms with all the bunks were fairly spacious and accessible. You are situated right next to the Tram line that gets you anywhere into the city (Including the Train Station) Would Recommend to Anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mercy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

natasha

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

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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