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The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa

A peaceful retreat just steps from Vrijthof Square where travelers can enjoy a garden respite, rejuvenating massage, and Maastricht's vibrant energy

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A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a potted plant, and a white bedspread. - The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa (Maastricht)
A corridor with large windows, wooden paneling, and a white floor. - The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa (Maastricht)
A kitchen with a red shelving unit holding various kitchen items and plants. - The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa (Maastricht)
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles and plants. - The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa (Maastricht)
A courtyard with a gravel path, a wooden bench, and a tree. - The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa (Maastricht)
Located in Maastricht-Centre, The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa offers a quiet haven with a garden and arcade room. Enjoy a massage at the spa or local cuisine at Serendipity restaurant. Amenities: in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A room with bunk beds labeled 104A, 104B, 103A, and 103B, wooden walls, and a hanging plant.

Bed in Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (14 beds)

  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden cabin room with bunk beds, a ladder, and a red garment hanging on a hanger.

Bunk Unit Pod in Shared Dormitory (8 pods)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden cabin room with a bunk bed, a small stool, a plant, and a door marked with the number 218.

Double Unit Pod in Shared Dormitory (16 pods)

  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A wooden room with a bed, a ladder, a shelf with towels, a mirror, and a hanging towel.

4 Person Bunk Unit Pod in Shared Dormitory (2 pods)

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and multiple pillows. There is a shelf with a plant and two masks on the wall above the bed.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, two pillows, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a plant.

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a plant.

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a potted plant, and a white bedspread.

Room (6 Guests)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a plant.

Room (5 Guest), Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dorm-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a plant.

Room (5 Guest), Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Maastricht-Centre Urban District, a neighborhood in Maastricht, The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa is near a train station. Hoge Brug and Helpoort are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Market and Valkenburg Christmas Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Yogaplace Maastricht or De Geusselt Stadium. Visit our Maastricht travel guide
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11 Sint Maartenslaan, Maastricht, LI, 6221 AV

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a clock tower, flags, and flower boxes.
    Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A building with a yellow tower and banners on the side.
    Bonnefanten Museum
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic church with a prominent clock tower and spires.
    Vrijthof
    14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic church with two prominent towers and large arched windows.
    St. Servaas Church
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Maastricht University
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Maastricht (ZYT-Maastricht Train Station)
    4 min walk
  • Maastricht (MST-Maastricht - Aachen)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hotel Beaumont
    5 min walk
  • Hotel-Tapperij De Poshoorn
    4 min walk
  • NOON
    5 min walk
  • Cinq
    7 min walk
  • Zondag
    6 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 16 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 13.50 for adults and EUR 13.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Serendipity

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 15

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 7.5 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.78 per person, per night
  • Service fee: EUR 3.17 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 13.5 for adults and EUR 13.5 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 16 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 7.5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Is The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 7.5 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 15 (subject to availability).

Where is The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa located?

Located in Maastricht-Centre Urban District, this spa hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Yogaplace Maastricht and Vrijthof. Fair Play Casino Maastricht and Museum of Illusions Maastricht are also within 10 minutes. Maastricht (ZYT-Maastricht Train Station) and Maastricht Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay while getting oriented to the city. Everyone was very nice and helpful, and our family of four felt comfortable and at home. Location is perfect—train station and restaurants right nearby; easy walk to city center—and the hostel itself has plenty of pleasant spaces to land Definitely a lot of stairs (on the steep/short tread depth side), which caught us off-guard with heavy luggage, but we managed and it was definitely worth it. Accessibility issues could be challenging at other times.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawlat khan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
workers is very friendly I liked and room 👌❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andréa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, cozy place, good beer and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Lars

Staff is really polite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Segundo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My friend and I both enjoyed our stay at Green Elephant Hostel. Staff were very welcoming and helpful, and our hostel was clean, inviting and offered several on site amenities. It is conveniently located right near the train station as well. I would definitely recommend the hostel for your stay in Maastricht.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

I liked it, the staff is 5 star, specially a lass called Luka.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recomendation!!!

The room was private and nice. The bed very comfortable and clean. Great service, the reception is able to do everything that you have a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shmuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Green Elephant was for me a community setting in which i found it pleasant to reside. A community environment brings strength of heart and joy of mind. The breakfast was outstanding and well worth the price. You would be pressed to find a more helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely enjoyed my stay here. The room was so comfortable and everyone was so respectful of being quiet. The front desk staff were also very friendly. I only wish I had brought a swimsuit so I could have enjoyed the spa, but did not think of it. It is also very conveniently located by the train station. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dalen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed it a lot. We travelled with two kids and while the room was very small with 5 beds, it was very pleasant stay. Private en-suite helped.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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4/10 Poor

Daniela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location of the hostel is great, and the service from personnel is excellent, however the place was dirty specially the restrooms, no hand soap available or wipes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pods are a very unique accommodation option as each was a decent size. The shared toilet and bathroom was always clean and stocked. I was lucky to have respectful (mostly) neighbours after midnight - 7am The spa area is amazing! I had this to myself for 1hr out of my 90min session and it was so good for the muscles before bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely place to stay at a good price. Loved the garden area, complimentary drink, free fruit and coffees. Would definitely recommend...and spa facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

H A

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came we looked we left without staying
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness was great; but for a “hostel”, this was quite pricey. I have stayed in hostels in Europe before, & they offered more for a lower price. A towel should have been included at least. Also, no shower curtain was strange-hard to keep water from going outside of the “drain area”, no matter how low I kept the pressure & aimed it away from the opening. We brought our own small towels, but needed them to dry ourselves, not the floor. I do understand many people waste water and towels, but we do not. Staff was great, the place was clean, & in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
The rooms are very cool for budget traveling. You get a little wooden cabin inside a larger room. Ours had two beds atop eachother but unfortunately no private bathroom. Bathrooms are ok but not great (like a hostel). Community areas are very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

mahadev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good Vegan breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Aleksandar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool atmosphere, everything was smooth, from checkin to checkout. It was very pleasant stay at hostel. Clean, in very good location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hostel for everyone!c

My husband and I had a lovely stay at the Green Elephant! They offer a good variety of food at their breakfast for a reasonable cost, but they also had a kitchen in the basement here we could prepare and store our own food. They also have a coffee machine that was free to use between 7am-11am, whether or not you paid for their breakfast. We stayed in one of the pod rooms and were impressed with how comfortable and surprisingly spacious the beds were. At this hostel, there were people of all ages, families, and
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: coffee/ tea and fruit, welcome drink were a nice touch Cons: hospitality of the staff was lacking, digital check in system didnt work and the front desk/ employee didn't help. 3rd floor dorms and pods had poor noise reduction, ground vibrated with every footstep, sliding doors felt like things were being slammed, noise carried everywhere and people didn't respect quiet hours, loudly running and chatting through the halls at 4am. Reached out to hotel per their sign to help address it but they ignored the calls and messages
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026