Black Elephant Hostel

Black Elephant Hostel

Hostel
 

33 Hampshire Street, Portland, ME, United States

Excellent574 verified ratings
9.0

C$ 125

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C$ 125
C$ 167
C$ 258
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Double room
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C$ 125
nightly with fees
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C$ 167
nightly with fees
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C$ 258
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Classic room
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C$ 194
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C$ 365
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C$ 391
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About Black Elephant Hostel

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Black Elephant Hostel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 9 December 2025.
Black Elephant Hostel provides a comfortable setting while in Portland. It also offers a swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage.

The rooms at Black Elephant Hostel feature a refrigerator...

Good to Know

Check-in time3:00 PM
Check-out time10:30 AM
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+1 207 712 7062

Perks and amenities at Black Elephant Hostel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Black Elephant Hostel
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Express check-out
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Pets not allowed
  • Designated smoking area

General

  • Microwave
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Express check-out
  • Designated smoking area
  • Hairdryer

Services

  • Laundry service

Reviews for Black Elephant Hostel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Black Elephant Hostel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 574 reviews of Black Elephant Hostel to date. Review data was last updated on 9 December 2025.
9.0
Wonderful574 verified ratings
9.3Friends
9.1Solo
8.5Families
8.6Couples
Pros +
  • The place is brand new and so clean. (in 2 reviews)
  • "Friendly staff, great location" (in 51 reviews)
  • This is probably the best place I ever stayed at! (in 7 reviews)
Cons -
  • "Wish there was something to be done with the noise, walls are VERY thin." (in 3 reviews)
  • Location could not have been better (in 5 reviews)
  • "Bunk beds, not what we ordered." (in 4 reviews)
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Photos of Black Elephant Hostel

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Explore Portland

Black Elephant Hostel is located at 33 Hampshire Street in the neighbourhood of Portland. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 9 December 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

2 mins walk

0.2 km

Portland Observatory

9 mins walk

0.8 km

Wadsworth-Longfellow House

11 mins walk

0.9 km

Cumberland County Civic Center

12 mins walk

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Maine College of Art

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Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

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Portland Observatory

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Wadsworth-Longfellow House

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1.0 km

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Portland Airport

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Portland Airport

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Flights to Portland

  • How far is Black Elephant Hostel from Portland Museum of Art?

    The popular Portland Museum of Art is just over 1.1 km from Black Elephant Hostel.

  • Is Black Elephant Hostel close to 68 High Street?

    Black Elephant Hostel is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit 68 High Street, which is 1.1 km away.

FAQs when booking at Black Elephant Hostel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding reservations, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Black Elephant Hostel. FAQs were last updated on 9 December 2025.

  • How close is Black Elephant Hostel to the nearest airport, Portland Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Portland Airport, and Black Elephant Hostel is 7.9 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 06m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

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

    Rideshare apps and taxis remain a very common solution for Black Elephant Hostel guests. This is often the most cost-effective method of transportation when visiting Portland.

  • How close is Black Elephant Hostel from the Portland city center?

    Black Elephant Hostel is 0.3 km away from Portland. Consider visiting Allagash Brewing Company, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Black Elephant Hostel by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Black Elephant Hostel phone number?

    You can reach the front desk of Black Elephant Hostel at +1 207 712 7062.

  • Does Black Elephant Hostel have Wi-Fi available?

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

  • What is the check-out time at Black Elephant Hostel?

    Check-out should be before 10:30 AM. For checking in at Black Elephant Hostel, guests should plan for any time after 3:00 PM on the day of their scheduled arrival.

  • Does Black Elephant Hostel have a laundry service?

    This accommodation does offer laundry services.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Black Elephant Hostel?

    For the best chance to save money on your Black Elephant Hostel reservation, consider staying in January, when prices are typically at their lowest (C$ 115).

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Black Elephant Hostel?

    Consider checking into Black Elephant Hostel on Wednesday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of C$ 111).

  • How far is Black Elephant Hostel from Portland Museum of Art?

    The popular Portland Museum of Art is just over 1.1 km from Black Elephant Hostel.

  • Is Black Elephant Hostel close to 68 High Street?

    Black Elephant Hostel is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit 68 High Street, which is 1.1 km away.

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