Black Elephant Hostel

We are proud to be the first hostel to open in Portland, Maine! We offer a communal kitchen and very funky and comfortable lobby. Our dorms, rooms and bathrooms are super clean. We truly 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 have together. We strive to provide a comfortable and creative living space for all travelers, young and old. Our location cannot be beat! We are one block outside of Old Port and nestled among some of the finest eateries, shopping, and entertainment in Portland. We are close to all major transportation. We have the perfect accommodation. We have 12 rooms - 6 private and 6 dorms - 3 of the dorms can be rented out as privates. Children 14 and up are welcome to stay in a private room with a parent but you must be at least 18 to stay in a shared dorm. The Black Elephant Hostel Policies & Conditions: Those who are vaccinated or have had COVID in the last 90 days may travel to Maine without restriction (proof required) Beginning May 1, ALL states will be allowed without quarantine or testing unless coming from a state the CDC has deemed to be problematic due to the amount of cases ***Due to the recent and rapid spread of the Delta variant, all guests must be vaccinated or show proof of a negative COVID test taken within the 72 hours before your arrival*** If you have booked a bed in a dorm room, you must show proof of negative test or proof of full vaccination if you plan to arrive past lobby hours . You must make arrangements ahead of your arrival in order to to be approved for late arrival and be sent instructions. There is a $15 fee for approved late arrivals to dorm rooms. We are posting new rules as they are announced on our web site. You can also visit our state web site Maine dot Gov to learn more. Cancellation policy: 48 hours before arrival. Front Desk open from: 7:30 to 11 AM and 3 to 8 PM Sunday through Thursday and 3 to 10PM Friday & Saturday - Low Season (November through May) 3 to 10PM - High Season (June through October) Doors open to hostel at 3 PM Check out from 07:30 to 10:30. Payment upon arrival. No Cash. You must have a credit card in your name to stay here. This property may pre-authorize your card before arrival. Taxes not included - 9.00% Breakfast not included but we have VERY good coffee! General: No curfew. No smoking. The maximum period of stay is of 10 days in a private room and 7 days in a dorm room.