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The Elephant Hostel, hotel in Amsterdam

Conveniently set in Amsterdam, The Elephant Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

If you’re looking for a good balance of party and sleep, look no further. It is a fairly new place so it was very clean and the mattresses were so comfortable! I fell sick and the staff was so helpful, they made sure they checked on me and helped me. Special shout out to host Salah, what a great guy The hostel is in a very pretty neighbourhood and the metro station is right across. The hostel itself is so pretty with a great attention to detail to the interiors, very vintage aesthetics. There’s also a small gym which is such a good add on for a hostel. I really did have the best stay here
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
101 reviews
Price from
$121.63
1 night, 2 adults
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Stadsdoelen - Refurbished november 2024, hotel in Amsterdam

Located in a monumental building located in the city center, Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Stadsdoelen - Refurbished november 2024 offers free WiFi access throughout the entire property.

Great staff, very friendly & helpful. walkable to all main Central City spits. highly recommend!!
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
55 reviews
Price from
$43.16
1 night, 2 adults
ClinkNOORD Hostel, hotel in Amsterdam

ClinkNOORD is located in Noord area, just across the IJ River and within 10 minutes from the back of Amsterdam Centraal Station. The ferry ride is free and available 24/7.

Great atmosphere and lovely staff. Soares is a master chef. Delicious breakfast and food in general. Hudge variety of beers.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
17,506 reviews
Price from
$102.69
1 night, 2 adults
Via Amsterdam, hotel in Amsterdam

Located 10 minutes by metro from the city center, Via Amsterdam is a design-led hybrid hostel and hotel with street art and urban design featured throughout the building.The property located in the...

Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
17,396 reviews
Price from
$84.20
1 night, 2 adults
ClinkMama, hotel in Amsterdam

ClinkMama is conveniently set in Amsterdam, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Artis Zoo, Dam Square and Beurs van Berlage.

Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
3,289 reviews
Price from
$114.35
1 night, 2 adults
Train Lodge Amsterdam, hotel in Amsterdam

Train Lodge Amsterdam is located next to Amsterdam Sloterdijk Train Station.

was mostly clean.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
2,859 reviews
Price from
$72.04
1 night, 2 adults
ClinkCoco, hotel in Amsterdam

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, ClinkCoco is located in the center of Amsterdam, a 7-minute walk from Heineken Experience.

Location
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
1,970 reviews
Price from
$83.16
1 night, 2 adults
Durty Nelly's Inn, hotel in Amsterdam

Located in the Red Light District of Amsterdam, Durty Nelly's Inn a 7-minute walk from the Central Station and a 1-minute walk from Dam Square. The property is close to several well-known attractions....

Location and good hospitality from ghenwa and one more guy I don’t know his name early morning shift but unfortunately the guy on the night shift younger guy was very bad attitude and worth communication with me
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
6,250 reviews
Price from
$74.85
1 night, 2 adults
THIS HO(S)TEL, hotel in Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam and with Our Lord in the Attic Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, THIS HO(S)TEL provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout...

I liked the location and that it was really clean. The bathrooms where great!
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
5,945 reviews
Price from
$87.01
1 night, 2 adults
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark, hotel in Amsterdam

Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam is located in the heart of the Vondelpark and offers a view on the green surroundings. The Van Gogh Museum is an 8-minute walk away.

We enjoyed our stay at this property. I can only comment on the private, hotel-like rooms. Everything was comfortable and clean. Staff were kind and the lobby bar/cafe was a nice place to relax. We didn't really spend much time at the hostel throughout the day, so we didn't mind the basic, no frills approach. The best thing about this property is the location. We appreciated being in a more residential/local area, but still easily accessible to the Center and De Pijp by walking and tram. The airport bus is a 3 minute walk away and comes every 10 minutes. A no-brainer.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
7,289 reviews
Price from
$85.13
1 night, 2 adults
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  • THIS HO(S)TEL
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 5,945 reviews

    Located in Amsterdam and with Our Lord in the Attic Museum reachable within a 1-minute walk, THIS HO(S)TEL provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout...

    Was amazing just wish there was a little bit more space

  • Via Amsterdam
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 17,396 reviews

    Located 10 minutes by metro from the city center, Via Amsterdam is a design-led hybrid hostel and hotel with street art and urban design featured throughout the building.The property located in the...

    I liked the open area around the Dude bar it has a nice atmosphere

  • Train Lodge Amsterdam
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,859 reviews

    Train Lodge Amsterdam is located next to Amsterdam Sloterdijk Train Station.

    Great location and unique recreation of train tracks 😃

  • ClinkNOORD Hostel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 17,506 reviews

    ClinkNOORD is located in Noord area, just across the IJ River and within 10 minutes from the back of Amsterdam Centraal Station. The ferry ride is free and available 24/7.

    Clean facilities; friendly staff; and great location.

  • Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 4,371 reviews

    This design hostel Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost is 1.9 mi away from the city center. It shares its building with a cinema and theater and is located in a former school in the Zeeburg district.

    Everything was alright clean room good night ls sleep

  • Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Vondelpark
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 7,289 reviews

    Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam is located in the heart of the Vondelpark and offers a view on the green surroundings. The Van Gogh Museum is an 8-minute walk away.

    Anaïs Was super helpful and nice with us! Thank you!

  • Hostel Utopia
    Scored 6.3
    6.3
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,005 reviews

    Located in Amsterdam, within a 8-minute walk of Anne Frank House and 0.8 miles of Rembrandtplein, Hostel Utopia has free WiFi throughout the property.

    Great location and very handy for public transport

  • International Budget Hostel City Center
    Scored 6.7
    6.7
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 2,681 reviews

    International Budget Hostel City Center is located in the city center of Amsterdam along the Leidsegracht. Leidseplein is only 984 ft away. Each room comes with shared bathroom facilities.

    In the city center, bot expensive and clean hostel

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Amsterdam

  • The Elephant Hostel
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 101 reviews

    Conveniently set in Amsterdam, The Elephant Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Great staff, nice facilities. Definitely worth it.

  • Intersail Hostel - Avontuur
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 215 reviews

    Intersail Hostel offers cozy parquet floor cabins in a small houseboat located in the center within a 10-minute walk from Central Station. Rembrandtplein is a 15 minutes’ walk.

    Staff best one Location best one Comfort best one

  • ClinkMama
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,289 reviews

    ClinkMama is conveniently set in Amsterdam, and features a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar. The property is close to Artis Zoo, Dam Square and Beurs van Berlage.

    Everything was amazing. This hostel looks amazing.

  • St Christophers Inn at The Winston
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,532 reviews

    This hostel is located in Amsterdam's city center, next to the Red Light District. St Christophers Inn at The Winston offers a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi.

    Comfortable and right in the center to all attractions

  • Generator Amsterdam
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 6,282 reviews

    Generator Amsterdam is a brand new designer hostel located in the east of Amsterdam near De Pijp. It was a former zoological building and is based in Oosterpark.

    The Location was great and the value for its money

  • The Flying Pig Downtown
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4,524 reviews

    This hostel is located in shopping street Nieuwendijk in the center of Amsterdam. The Flying Pig Downtown has a bar and 24-hour front desk. Amsterdam Central Station is a 3-minute walk.

    The location was nice, the rooms were confortale and the cleaning

  • Hans Brinker Hostel Amsterdam
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 12,383 reviews

    Located in the city center of Amsterdam and only a 2-minute walk from Leidseplein, Hans Brinker Hostel Amsterdam offers a choice of private rooms and shared dormitories for individuals, backpackers...

    The location is perfect and close to the main museums

  • The Flying Pig Uptown
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,929 reviews

    The Flying Pig Uptown backpackers hostel is located right next to the famous Vondelpark and just an 8-minute walk from the bustling Leidseplein area.

    comfortable accomodation, clean apartment and close to center.

  • Heart of Amsterdam Hostel
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,214 reviews

    This ho(s)tel is located in the lively and central area of the famous Red Light District of Amsterdam, a 5-minute walk from Dam Square, with many tram and metro stops nearby and Amsterdam central...

    Great spot, staff are lovely and the rooms are clean

  • Hostel The Globe
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,589 reviews

    The Globe offers hostel accommodations in the city center only 1312 feet from Amsterdam Central Railway Station.

    Staff were great as allways and a great location 👍

  • Euphemia Budget Old City Canal Zone
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,774 reviews

    Euphemia Budget Old City Canal Zone is located 2625 feet from Leidseplein and offers private rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Very nice location, modern bathroom, friendly staff

  • Hostel The Veteran
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 665 reviews

    Hostel The Veteran offers budget rooms for up to 4 people near Rembrandt Square, a lively area in the heart of Amsterdam. All of the rooms overlook the Herengracht canal.

    Comfortable. Great location. Recommend for low budget.

  • Xplore Hostel Amsterdam
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,546 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Xplore Hostel Amsterdam is located in the center of Amsterdam, a 4-minute walk from Royal Palace Amsterdam.

    The facilities were lovely and the location amazing

  • Amigo Hostel
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 3,668 reviews

    Amigo Budget Hotel offers private and shared rooms on lively Linnaeusstraat. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Pretoriusstraat tram and bus stop is less than a 2 minute walk away.

    the receptionist is very friendly and accommodating

  • The White Tulip Hostel
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 3,880 reviews

    With its top location in the Red Light District, this hostel is a 5-minute walk away from Dam Square. The Irish pub has 6 TVs and serves breakfast until 22:00.

    Such an amazing place. I will come back definitely

  • Panta Rhei Boatique Hotel
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 127 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Panta Rhei Boatique Hotel is located in the center of Amsterdam, a 12-minute walk from Rembrandt House.

    Personal foarte amabil experiență nouă și frumoasă

  • Hostel Warmoes Amsterdam
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,358 reviews

    Attractively set in the Amsterdam City Center district of Amsterdam, Hostel Warmoes Amsterdam is located a 1-minute walk from Our Lord in the Attic Museum, 500 yards from Dam Square and a 2-minute...

    Reasonably priced, friendly staff and great location!

  • Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo
    Scored 5.9
    5.9
    Rated okay
    Fair
     · 1,554 reviews

    Just a 2 minute walk from lively Leidesplein Square, Amsterdam Hostel Orfeo features a free Wi-Fi zone.

    everything is good for me! much more than Excellent!!

  • Amsterdam Hostel Uptown
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Fair
     · 880 reviews

    Less than 656 feet from Leidseplein, Amsterdam Hostel Uptown benefits from free Wi-Fi and a terrace. The Museum Square with the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum is within a 10-minute walk.

    Location is perfect and the staff are very friendly!

  • Amsterdam Hostel Sarphati
    Scored 5.5
    5.5
    Rated okay
    Fair
     · 1,391 reviews

    This family hotel is set within Sarphati Park and is only 10 minutes by foot from the city center. This location is an ideal base for visiting Amsterdam.

    Near park and WiFi good working near street market

  • Guest House Amsterdam
    Scored 5.3
    5.3
    Rated okay
    Fair
     · 478 reviews

    Attractively located in the Amsterdam Noord district of Amsterdam, Guest House Amsterdam is located 1.2 miles from A'DAM Lookout, 2.6 miles from Rembrandt House and 2.7 miles from Dutch National Opera...

    Great Hostel for a short trip. Beds were very comfy.

  • Princess Hostel Leidse Square Amsterdam
    Scored 4.3
    4.3
    Rated fair
    Disappointing
     · 2,453 reviews

    Princess Hotel Leidse Square is located within a 5-minute walk from the well-known Leidse Square, Vondelpark and Museum Square.

    Clean showers with hot water and toilets with paper.

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  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 6,495 reviews
    In the hostel itself we felt super safe and comfortable. I would even say that that was the best hostel I was ever in!
    Wara Danuta
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $183.55
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,358 reviews
    Convenient location close to Centraal station. Staff were helpful as well. Super budget and cheap stay.
    Yun Ting Emily
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $93.60
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,140 reviews
    The properly was very clean and tidy. Staff members were helpful and friendly. The bunk bed in the hostel room was super comfy. The continental breakfast was perfect, plenty of choice. The overall experience was very welcoming. Would definetly recommend. Great location too.
    Zoe
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 6,495 reviews
    Great location, only 15 mins out of the city and 5 mins walk to the train station, felt safe at all times. Variety of shops surrounding the hostel. Staff were lovely and welcoming. Hostel has a great vibe, felt safe and welcomed
    Alyssa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $103.25
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,758 reviews
    As one of the cheapest options in Amsterdam, this hotel is fine. Great location and has everything you need to survive a few days. No bells and whistles, a weird layout and bathroom but if you want to stay in a hotel on a budget. It’ll do. After staying here we went onto Berlin where we got a room twice as nice for 60% of the price.
    Patrick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $170.28
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 2,899 reviews
    The room with the bunk beds was very small and dark however the property was very nice and in a great location. The bunk beds rooms however were cheap and comfortable. Would recommend to anyone looking for somewhere affordable to sleep with plans to not spend much time in the room.
    Helen
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $146
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 6,282 reviews
    Great location in a park! Quiet, beautiful, 40 min walking to the railway station (there is a tram nearby also). The hostel is big and full of people, so it is possible to meet new people from all around the world. Good breakfast, kind staff
    SvitLT
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $126.05
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,532 reviews
    Great Location with a very cool bar which is available to all Customers, not only guests of the hostel, so a great place for meeting people!
    Benita
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $69.53
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,487 reviews
    I felt it was value for money. I got exactly what I paid for. Amsterdam is expensive, and everything I found under the price I paid for Abba was youth hostels with shared bunk beds. Not quite my vibe. But everything that this hotel advertised, it delivered.
    Ι
    Ιάσων
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 6,495 reviews
    The personnel were super cool and helpful. The hostel is pretty close to markets and public transport. The location was not nearly as bad as descibed in some internet forums. There was not a moment when we felt unsafe even during out nightouts. We had certain hesitations when choosing a female-only hostel (what about NBs? etc.), but It was the cheapest option we had and we do not regret it. Also getting rid of the male-gaze was a plus.
    Stella
    Young couple

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