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Black Elephant Hostel

Rental with Free Wi-Fi

2 stars

33 Hampshire Street, Portland, ME 04101

+1 207 712 7062
8.9
Very good

based on 458 reviews

Mon 5/27
Tue 5/28

About Black Elephant Hostel, Portland

Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.5
Services
9.1
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of sea, Black Elephant Hostel is located in Portland, 1.1 miles from East End Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Funtown Splashtown USA is 15 miles away and Aquaboggan Water Park is 14 miles from the hostel. All rooms have air conditioning, and some rooms at the hostel have a balcony. At Black Elephant Hostel the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Merrill Auditorium, Portland Observatory and Portland Downtown Historic District. The nearest airport is Portland International Jetport Airport, 3.1 miles from Black Elephant Hostel.

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Classic Rooms - Garden view
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$186/night

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Double Rooms - Water view
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$104/night

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Other Rooms - City view
1 bunk bed

1 bunk bed

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Hostel Amenities & Facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Parking
  • Laundry service
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Express check-out
  • Increased accessibility
  • Game room

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Pets not allowed
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Lockers

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Services and conveniences

  • Earplugs
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Workspace

  • Smartphone

Pool

  • Pool

Black Elephant Hostel Reviews

8.9
Very goodBased on 458 verified guest reviews
8.5Families
8.5Couples
9.0Solo
9.3Friends

Pros +
  • "Very clean, comfortable, friendly staff." (in 70 reviews)
  • "Friendly staff, great location" (in 51 reviews)
  • I loved everything about Black Elephant Hostel! (in 38 reviews)
Cons -
  • Had to climb stairs to room (in 7 reviews)
  • Location could not have been better (in 5 reviews)
  • "Bunk beds, not what we ordered." (in 4 reviews)


Black Elephant Hostel room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:30 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Black Elephant Hostel compare to other 2 star hotels in Portland?

    In Portland, 2 star hotels have average nightly rates of $215. Black Elephant Hostel is $141 cheaper than the city average at just $74/night.

  • How far is Black Elephant Hostel from Portland?

    Black Elephant Hostel is 3.0 mi away from Portland. You can typically expect your drive time from Black Elephant Hostel to Portland to be 9min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Black Elephant Hostel from Portland?

    With parking available at Black Elephant Hostel, you could always rent a car for as low as $38/day and park it at the hotel. This would give you freedom while visiting Portland. A very popular option for travelers staying at Black Elephant Hostel would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Portland directly to the hotel.

  • Are there food options at Black Elephant Hostel?

    Feel free to check out the hotel bar while staying at Black Elephant Hostel and grab a drink as well as a quick bite to eat. To make sure the bar serves food, call the front desk at +1 207 712 7062.

  • Does Black Elephant Hostel have a pool?

    Yes. Many momondo users traveling to Portland specifically look for hotels with a pool. Black Elephant Hostel may have rules and guidelines for using the pool, so be sure to ask the front desk about things like pool hours.

  • How close is Black Elephant Hostel to Portland city center?

    Black Elephant Hostel is just 0.2 mi away from Portland city center. The closest landmark to the center of Portland is Merrill Auditorium, which is very accessible to Black Elephant Hostel guests.

  • What is the phone number for Black Elephant Hostel?

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay at Black Elephant Hostel, call +1 207 712 7062 to speak with a front desk representative.

  • Does Black Elephant Hostel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Black Elephant Hostel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Black Elephant Hostel?

    You can plan to arrive after 3:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at Black Elephant Hostel?

    The cheapest deals found start from only $67 per night. The average rate for rooms at Black Elephant Hostel is currently around $281/night. Enter your dates in the form above to see more.

  • Is there laundry service in Black Elephant Hostel?

    Laundry services are available at Black Elephant Hostel. Contact the property reception for additional information. Need to straighten out your clothes? The accommodation features an ironing board and an iron.

  • What is the distance from Black Elephant Hostel, Portland to Portland Museum of Art?

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Places of interest near Black Elephant Hostel

Attractions in Portland, Maine curated by momondo

Black Elephant Hostel location: 33 Hampshire Street, Portland, ME 04101

Top landmarks

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum0.4 mi
Portland Observatory0.4 mi
Cumberland County Civic Center0.4 mi
Wadsworth-Longfellow House0.5 mi
Maine College of Art0.6 mi

Restaurants and Cafés

East Ender0.1 mi
Hugo's Restaurant- Portland0.1 mi
Ribollita0.1 mi
Piccolo0.1 mi
Duck Fat0.1 mi
bresca0.1 mi
The Honey Paw0.1 mi
Eventide Oyster0.1 mi
Foodworks0.1 mi

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