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Voted #1 budget place to stay in Portland Maine!
Visit Portland without breaking the bank.
Welcome in!
Your Gateway to Portland
The Black Elephant is Portland, Maine's very first hostel! (Read all about it!)
We believe in affordable travel and LOVE the social environment that hostels create. It is not just where you travel to - but who you meet along the way and the experiences you share. We strive to provide a comfortable and creative living space for all travelers, young and old, in a unique, clean, and super fun environment.
Boutique Hostel Rooms
​5 Dorms
One of which is Female Only and one of which is ADA compliant
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Private Rooms
Two Triples with a Twin Over Full bunk
Three Doubles - two with Full Beds one with a Twin Bunk
Private with two bunks sleeping four guests
Private with two full sized bunk beds - ADA Compliant - sleeping up to eight guests
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Enjoy full access to our communal kitchen and funky lobby that are shared among guests. Our hostel sleeps up to 60 people and is available for Hostel Takeovers.
What We Offer
Coffee
Enjoy excellent, locally-roasted coffee every morning. Yum!
Free WiFi
Enjoy strong WiFi throughout the building because it's the 21st century.
Garden
Hang out in our lovely, marijuana-friendly garden space!
Staff Picks & Recommendations
Don't know what to do? We have ideas for you and would love to chat!
Activities
We offer random spontaneous activities and opportunities to come together & explore.
Linens
Comfortable, soft, and clean linens are always provided!
LGBTQ-Friendly? Absolutely.
Our hostel is a safe, welcoming, and open-minded space for travelers to explore, connect, and feel at home.
Located one block from Portland’s historic Old Port, the hostel is steps from the finest eateries, shopping, entertainment, and waterfront attractions.
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We are walking distance to the State Theatre, the Portland Museum of Art, Cross Insurance Arena, Merrill Auditorium, Casco Bay Ferry Terminal and more. We are also a short drive from Thompson's Point, Portland's historic lighthouses, the Portland Transportation Center and Portland International Jetport.
Make a Reservation
33 Hampshire Street
Portland, Maine 04101
207-712-7062
Interested in our work trade program? See our FAQ section.
​Please contact us if you need help with Group Bookings/Hostel Takeovers.