Terrapin Hostel

2.0 star property
Mountain hostel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Stanley Museum

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Exterior
Reception
Porch
Interior
Shared bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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65 High St, Kingfield, ME, 04947
  • Place, Stanley Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ski Museum of Maine
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Maine Huts & Trails
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Large Twin Futon

Standard Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 90 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 168 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 196 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Carrabassett Valley

Stanley Museum is within a 5-minute walk of Terrapin Hostel while other popular sites like Ski Museum of Maine are within a 15-minute stroll. This 4-room hostel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Stanley Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ski Museum of Maine - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Maine Huts & Trails - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Sugarloaf Ski Resort - 29 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Rangeley Lake - 60 min drive - 43.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kingfield Woodsman - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Longfellow's Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rolling Fatties - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Silly Goose Bar N Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Camp Twibby - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Terrapin Hostel

Mountain hostel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Stanley Museum
Guests of Terrapin Hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 250 per vehicle one-way. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, an arcade/game room, and a picnic area.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free airport pick-up shuttle
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to noon

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Children's games
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Musical instrument

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 250 (one-way), (from 12 to 18 years old)

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Terrapin Hostel Kingfield
Terrapin Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Terrapin Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kingfield

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Terrapin Hostel?

This hostel is located in Kingfield, a short 19-minute walk from Maine Huts & Trails and also 12 minutes on foot from Ski Museum of Maine. Stanley Museum is within a walking distance of 0.2 mi.

Is there parking available at Terrapin Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Terrapin Hostel have a casino at the property?

No, Terrapin Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Terrapin Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Terrapin Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a nature reserve plus some rooms include soaking tubs and mountain views.

Are there hot tubs at Terrapin Hostel?

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

Does Terrapin Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Terrapin Hostel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Terrapin Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Terrapin Hostel.

Does Terrapin Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Terrapin Hostel?

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

Terrapin Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bennjamin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nostalgic, beautiful house.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

I definitely stay again!

The room was nice and great to have our own bathroom as there was three of us. Very comfortable and good to have air conditioning since it was hot for October. The kitchen is well stocked and easy to make ourselves at home. Lauran was immediately responsive for my check in question. Thanks for the great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janik, Toronto

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is in a cute old house with nice decor. We particularly enjoyed the pool table and darts to spend the evening. Breakfast had all the options you would want, better than most continental breakfasts. On the downsides, there was a double booking so we ended up in a shared bathroom room. And the windows don't open so it got stuffy (there is AC though)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at the terrapin hostel was a pleasure. Very cozy and clean rooms and shared space.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This older home and its cultural interior connected with my roots in Kingfield when I worked as a forester for Dead River Timberlands in the mid-late 1960's. The wall art plus books on the Grateful Dead, you rock! I stayed here as my overnight for doing some off-trail photographic exploration in the Boundary Mountains the next day. i'll stay here again. Thanks
Not exactly my stay, but it supported my exploration the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying.. Nice place to stay in a pretty town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georges

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

Cozy and comfortable experience

Great surprise when the owner welcomed us with a smile, showed us around his property and gave us good dining advices. We lived the room and breakfast options in the cozy kitchen. Overall a great experience, will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaeseok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very hood
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

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

Great place to stay with kids

This place is a great place to stay with a friendly owner. He even played guitar for us and he is very good! My kids loved it here, we would come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peng, WALTHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a convenient location. Easy check-in. Spent a quiet night there. No breakfast provided.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only one W.C. is not enough. Specialy in the morning when some one is taking is shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host Lauran was awesome. Best hostel experience because of the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints, better than expected!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
beautiful and cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming home with nice facilities and kept up appearance.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025