Black Elephant Hostel, Portland ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

33 Hampshire Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04101

Offering affordable long-term stays, Black Elephant Hostel features a unique social atmosphere and vibrant decor within Portland's India Street neighborhood. The hostel boasts shared amenities, including a communal kitchen and lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Black Elephant Hostel include various accommodation styles, from shared dormitories to private rooms. Options feature full-sized and twin-sized bunk beds, some with en suite bathrooms, and there are 13 private-style bathrooms available for guests.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can utilize the hostel's communal kitchen to prepare meals and socialize. Nearby dining options include Tomaso's Canteen, Fore Street Restaurant, and Eventide Oyster Co., all within 0.5 miles.

Leisure & Design

The hostel's cozy lobby provides a space for relaxing and meeting other travelers, with seating, dining areas, and games. A mural by Pat Corrigan is a notable feature, adding character to the space.

Transportation & Local Area

Black Elephant Hostel is just 6 miles from Portland International Jetport, with transport options including METRO BREEZ EXPRESS bus and taxi services available for guests. The hostel's location offers easy access to Portland's cultural attractions like the Portland Museum of Art and the Old Port, both within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Classic Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

13 m²

Bed options:

4 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Max:

1 person

13 m²

Bed options:

1 Bunk bed

Shower

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Budget Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

7 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Portland400 m

Airports

Portland International Jetport (PWM) 7.5 km

Augusta State (AUG) 87.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Shared kitchen

Air conditioning

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping

Children

Board games
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Sink

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Location

33 Hampshire Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04101

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33 Hampshire Street, Portland, Maine, United States, ME 04101

City landmarks

Museum

Portland Museum of Art

1.3 km

Museum

Portland Observatory

790 m

Museum

Victoria Mansion

1.4 km

Museum

Wadsworth-Longfellow House

840 m

Museum

Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine

1.3 km

Landmark

Commercial Street

720 m

Landmark

Cumberland County Civic Center

810 m

Museum

Museum of African Culture

800 m

Marina

DiMillo's Old Port Marina

850 m

Park

Eastern Promenade

2.3 km

Museum

Portland Fire Museum

1.4 km

Landmark

Hilltop Superette

640 m

Library

Portland Public Library

650 m

Landmark

Fort Allen Park

1.2 km

Park

Deering Oaks Park

1.9 km

Lighthouse

Bug Light Park

6.2 km

Nearby

Commercial St

Old Port

410 m

Church

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

230 m

Gorhams Corner

John Ford

420 m

267 Congress St (top of India St)

Maine Jewish Museum

340 m

312 Fore St

United States Custom House

360 m

Cemetery

Eastern Cemetery

500 m

Maine State Pier

410 m

Portland

Market Street

450 m

Island

Casco Bay Islands

550 m

9 Custom House Wharf

Harbor Fish Market

560 m

Public Building

Portland City Hall

460 m

Portland

Ram Island Ledge Light

520 m

Congress St & Pearl St

Lincoln Park

240 m

Spa Centre

Nine Stones Spa

300 m

Restaurants

Tomaso's Canteen

70 m

18 Hampshire Street

Amato's Sandwich Shops

150 m

71 India St

Crema Coffee Company

450 m

9 Commercial St

Anthony's Italian Kitchen

370 m

151 Middle St Ste 5

Union Bagel Company

440 m

147 Cumberland Avenue

Banh Appetit

380 m

171 Cumberland Ave

Old Port Sandwich Shop

480 m

89 Market St

Crooked Mile

470 m

8 Milk St

Gorgeous Gelato

690 m

434 Fore Street

The Thirsty Pig

530 m

37 Exchange St

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