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Black Elephant Hostel

2 stars
From
$89
Cheapest

rate per night

8.9
Great
455 reviews
Sun 5/12
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Mon 5/13
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
Classic room

About Black Elephant Hostel

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
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.

Latest deals for Black Elephant Hostel

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Mon 5/13
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Black Elephant Hostel

  • 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

Reviews of Black Elephant Hostel

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8.9
Very goodBased on 455 verified guest reviews
9.3Friends
8.5Couples
9.0Solo
8.5Families

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Warm and welcoming staff. The person who checked me in gave me a list of all her favorite spots in Portland which I proceeded to check-off during my stay. Really good coffee (from a local coffee roaster) available in the lobby in the morning which was a huge plus.

Location

33 Hampshire Street, Portland, ME 04101

What's nearby

  • Old Port410 yd
  • Merrill Auditorium0.3 mi
  • Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. & Museum0.4 mi
  • Commercial Street0.4 mi
  • Portland Observatory0.4 mi
  • Monument Square0.4 mi
  • Cumberland County Civic Center0.4 mi
  • Wadsworth-Longfellow House0.5 mi
  • Maine College of Art0.6 mi
  • Children's Museum of Maine0.7 mi
  • Portland Museum of Art0.7 mi
  • Victoria Mansion0.8 mi

Policies

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.

Essential information about Black Elephant Hostel

Low season

March

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

$73

Average price (weekend night)

$133
Cheapest month to stay with an average 36% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 164% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Black Elephant Hostel

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Top tips for your stay at Black Elephant Hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Black Elephant Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Black Elephant Hostel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Black Elephant Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $72, while the most expensive was $72.
  • How long should you stay at Black Elephant Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Black Elephant Hostel

  • Where is Black Elephant Hostel located?

    Black Elephant Hostel is located at 33 Hampshire Street, 0.2 miles from the center of Portland. Old Port is the closest landmark to Black Elephant Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Black Elephant Hostel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:30 AM at Black Elephant Hostel.

  • Does Black Elephant Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Black Elephant Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Black Elephant Hostel from the airport?

    Black Elephant Hostel is 2.9 miles from Portland. Black Elephant Hostel is 48.8 miles from Portsmouth Pease Intl.

  • Does Black Elephant Hostel have a pool?

    Yes, Black Elephant Hostel has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Black Elephant Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Black Elephant Hostel in Portland and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Black Elephant Hostel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Black Elephant Hostel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.7

Distance to city center

0.2 mi

Nearest Airport

Portland

Distance to airport

3.0 mi