About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Elephant Hostel in Amsterdam offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden or city views. Each room includes a balcony, sofa bed, and free WiFi. Modern Facilities: Guests enjoy a lounge, fitness room, lift, 24-hour front desk, bike hire, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a seating area, hairdryer, and sofa. Prime Location: Located 17 km from Schiphol Airport, the hostel is a short walk from Artis Zoo and Rembrandt House. Nearby attractions include Dam Square and the Royal Palace Amsterdam. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff, clean rooms, and convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Lift
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Air conditioning
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Priyanshu
India
“This was the best stay I could have asked for -for my first visit to Amsterdam. The location was great, tram ran right in front of the hostel. The people were really nice, both at the reception as well as the caretaking staff. The beds were nice...” - Farshid
Iran
“🇮🇷 its ok 👍 👌 very good location, cozy and clean as well as u see in app.” - Susnato
Germany
“Beds were comfortable. The complimentary drink was nice.” - Christian
Austria
“everything was outstanding. friendly staff. clean room.” - Ian
United Kingdom
“Great location, half hour walk from Centraal station, tram stop right outside though. The tram stop does make it extraordinary easy to get to Schiphol airport. Lovely old house with a crazy beautiful reception, it has to be seen to be...” - Rutherford
United Kingdom
“Very clean, well air conditioned and calming decor” - Tim
United Kingdom
“We liked it was a bit out of the main town but still very accessible on the No14 tram.” - Kellie
Australia
“The staff very friendly and helpful. Location a quick tram ride (14) or a nice walk to everything. The beautiful renovated building with a gorgeous communal sitting area. Our twin room was very modern, quiet and beds were comfy.” - Julian
United Kingdom
“The place was absolutely spotless, I have never stayed in a hostel before and was more than impressed I just hope all in the future are as nice as this with such helpful staff!” - Rebecca
France
“Very friendly and helpful staff. You have keys to enter the hostel, the room and open your locker, which is super convenient. There were enough showers and WC for the 16 people in the room. The beds were very confortable and had a private curtain.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.