Where can I eat near The Green Elephant - Hostel?

For a meal without leaving the hotel, Restaurant Serendipity serves a healthy breakfast buffet, and Bar Coddiwomple offers drinks and bar bites. In the Wyck neighborhood around the corner, you'll find local favorites like Toscanella for Italian, Tabkeauw for Thai, and 't Wycker Cabinet for an all-day spot. For coffee and pastry, try Koffie or Livin' Room, and for a brunch, Puur van Wijck is a good choice. The hotel also has a DIY Meal Prepper if you prefer to cook your own meals with groceries from nearby shops.

What is the area around The Green Elephant - Hostel like?

The Green Elephant sits in Wyck, Maastricht's trendy district, just around the corner from the central station. The area is filled with picturesque streets, authentic shops, and modern dining spots. You can walk to the city centre in about 15 minutes, crossing the Sint Servaasbrug bridge in 7 minutes. The Basilica of Our Lady is a 10-minute walk, and Stadspark Maastricht is 11 minutes away. For a longer stroll, the Helpoort city gate is 11 minutes on foot, while the Basilica of Saint Servatius takes 15 minutes. The neighborhood itself is lively and convenient, with everything you need close by.

How do I get to The Green Elephant - Hostel from the airport or main train station?

From Maastricht Central Station, it is a short walk of about 150 meters. Exit the station and head right on Parallelweg toward Sint Maartenslaan, then turn left onto Sint Maartenslaan and you will see the hotel. If arriving by air, Maastricht Airport is 10 km away, about a 15-minute drive by car or taxi, or roughly 25 minutes by public transport. From Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, the train ride takes about 3 hours to Maastricht Central Station. The hotel is also just 260 meters from Wyck Train Station, about a 4-minute walk, offering another convenient rail option.

What's there to do near The Green Elephant - Hostel in the evening?

In the evening, you can start at Bar Coddiwomple in the hotel for a drink and bar bites before heading out. For a relaxed evening, Stadspark Maastricht is an 11-minute walk, and the Sint Servaasbrug is 7 minutes away for a pleasant stroll. You could also catch a film at Lumière Cinema, a short walk from the hotel. If you prefer staying in, the DIY Meal Prepper lets you cook your own meal with friends.

Is The Green Elephant - Hostel a good base for exploring Maastricht?

Yes, The Green Elephant is a great base for exploring Maastricht. You can walk to Sint Servaasbrug in 7 minutes, the Basilica of Our Lady in 10, and Stadspark Maastricht in 11. The Helpoort and Basilica of Saint Servatius are also within a 15-minute walk. For farther sights like the North Caves at 2.1 km, you can easily take a bus or taxi from nearby Maastricht Central Station. The city centre is about a 15-minute walk, and the Wyck district around the hotel has plenty of shops and dining spots. It is a convenient starting point for both the old town and the surrounding areas.

The Green Elephant - Hostel Maastricht: Location & Reviews

Name: The Green Elephant - Hostel
Address: Sint Maartenslaan 11, Maastricht, 荷兰

Guest reviews

4.4Very good(1,477)

Excellent963
Good275
Average117
Poor61
Terrible61

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Guests like

Location: Guests highlight the hostel's closeness to the train station and easy walk to the centre.
Staff: Reviews mention the front desk and bar staff as friendly and helpful, even during busy times.
Cleanliness: Several guests note the hostel is very clean, from rooms to common areas.

Guests mention

Room Temperature: Some guests mention pods can get very warm in summer, so it's worth asking about ventilation when booking.
Check-in Timing: A few reviews note rooms may not be ready at the stated check-in time, so planning a buffer is useful.
Staircases: Guests mention steep and narrow staircases, which can be challenging for those with mobility issues.

Summary for your reference

Reviews from

Zuzana Do

4/5

Google· 2 months ago

The hostel is very close to the bus and train station. It has a very lovely garden with possibilities to sit there, a small but well-equipped functional kitchen in a basement and an indoor place to chill. It has a neat modern and peaceful vibe, 24/7 reception and a possibility to rent umbrellas. I only stayed one night and didn't use the bar nor their breakfast service. I stayed in a 12-bed dorm room. The bed was very comfortable, with a shelf, light and a normal power socket (230V). The locker was big enough and even the upper one was accessible for a rather short person. The only disadvantage is that there are no privacy curtains and the light next to the door cannot be turned off during the night, so the room isn't completely dark and I stayed in a bed closer to the door. Therefore, do not forget your eye mask. Otherwise, there are two toilets in the corridor and three showers with sinks and hair-dryers for ladies. I believe there are 3 showers for men as well. Another common bathroom is next to the kitchen. The shower doesn't have any rug or shelf, only one hook but I found a dry spot to place my things. No toiletries are provided. Except for the room light during the night I enjoyed my stay and would return.

ejj

3/5

Google· 5 months ago

PROS : To put it simply, the highlight of this accommodation is its location. It’s situated very close to Maastricht Station, allowing for a safe 7–8 minute walk. The room rate, which includes breakfast, is very affordable. You can also access a high-quality dry sauna and hammam (by Dutch standards) for €22.50, which was a truly relaxing experience. The front desk and bar staff was very kind. I was particularly impressed by how she remained calm and friendly while assisting everyone, even when there was a line of guests waiting. CONS : I stayed in a private room, not a hostel dorm, but the lack of soundproofing made it a VERY difficult stay; I woke up several times throughout the night. My room was located right next to the door leading from the common area to the hallway. I could clearly hear the sound of people swiping their keycards and the door slamming shut all night long, which made it impossible to rest peacefully. Furthermore, the room was freezing. I tried to turn on the heater via the air conditioning unit, but even at the highest temperature setting, it remained so cold that I had to sleep wearing my jacket. Even in the mild April weather, it felt warmer outside than inside the room. Lastly, the hygiene and maintenance were disappointing. The bathroom had a unique open-shower layout, but the sink and the seating area were dirty. Even the chairs provided in the room did not look clean.

Sien Van der Zee

4/5

Google· 7 months ago

This is a hostel with some really good style choices, but more importantly a really good choice in employees as well. I felt really welcomed, really at ease. The hostel is located really close to the train station, which allowed me to just walk over there for my trips to Germany without having to worry about my bike being close to me or not. I also love the “urban forest” 🌳 Too bad no one explained to me where to prepare or store food. I haven’t yet met many people in Maastricht and was hoping to meet one or two while staying here, but the set-up is not that conducive to getting to know new people. There were crusted bloodstains on my pillows and other types of stains on the blanket. Makes you wonder what the H housekeeping was thinking, but OK. Trying to get them replaced ended up keeping me up at night, and since I was bound to a check-out time of 11 AM, I didn’t get much sleep. The friendly German night receptionist of the adjacent hotel did help me out to the best of his ability. The wellness was a really nice addition and I got offered usage of the wellness by means of compensation, but I do have to say, I got a little bit overheated and the cold water in the showers was not cold enough for me to efficiently cool off. It was nice to have the wellness all to myself for that one hour, however. I was a bit annoyed to see that they still charged me the tourist tax, since I’m a resident of the Social Hub/Student Hotel in Maastricht but it’s a minor annoyance. Had the employees not been so nice, I would probably not have returned here because the bedding was really gross. The only reason why I was here this week was because relatives temporarily needed my room at the Social Hub. If I ever find myself longing to be in Maastricht again after my semester here has ended, who knows, I just might book another stay (but please, make sure houskeeping checks the bedding more carefully from now on!).

Trip.com Member

4.2/5

Trip.com· 6 months ago

This is one of the nicer Backpackers I’ve stayed in. It has only one bunk in each pod so you’re really separate from everybody else. The location is three hours from Amsterdam although it is very very close to the train station I loved the free fruit and the outside areas. There was two nice garden areas. The only thing I didn’t appreciate or enjoy was I booked in so late at night and it just happened to be handover and the lady could not help me as she was busy counting her hotel and finishing her day so therefore I did not get my free welcome drink. I thought it was just the water on the bar when I asked if there was any food she said no and did not offer me any fruit which of course I realised it’s free so there was food. Another couple were trying to book in at the same time as me so I gave them the computer. I really wish that the woman behind the bar could have told me there was a second computer. I guess she was just having a bad day. I also had had a bad day although it’s not a competition, I had caught the wrong train from Amsterdam and had an hour and a half detour. All my own fault but I was absolutely shattered. I could not think straight when I got there and needed a little help to check In. Highly recommend doing the caves and fort at Saint Petersburg. Enjoy your day.

eviannez2026

2/5

Tripadvisor· 4 months ago

Don’t book a (couples) pod if you don’t want to sweat all night (especially in summer). It was 29 degrees Celsius in our pod. There was only one small window, but that was nog big enough to cool down the room. I do think it is amazing to stay here during the winter!! And to end with positive feedback: everything was really clean! Also, the hostel was close to the centre. So that was nice.

Michal

4/5

Google· 3 months ago

The hostel seems like a labyrinth at first but you get used to it. It was very strange for me having to pay extra for a towel. Possibility to rent a bike for 16€. Staff was very friendly :) Great location. Overall good experience.

Response from the property

Dear Michal, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your kind words. We hope to welcome you back to The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa again soon. Kind regards, The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa

mrsriley

3/5

Tripadvisor· 3 months ago

Great location. When we arrived at 3pm our room wasnt ready til 4 even though we were told 10 minutes. Not even so much as an apology for keeping us waiting. If we had have know we would have were out for an hour. We were staying when the Andrew Rieu concert was on so it was very busy. The room was ok with decent bathroom and water provided|I did notice a lot of elderly people struggling with lots of very steep and narrow staircases. Breakfast staff were very helpful|There is a nice garden area available to sit in and have your breakfast. |All in all I wouldn’t return here though it’s in a good location. Steps just to steep for me and our room was up 5 flights of steep stairs with no lift lugging up a case

Maarten Brys

4/5

Google· 4 months ago

Very nice hostel, affordable and clean. Delicious breakfast. Cosy spaces to relax. Ideal location: the station is around the corner, the centre is just a walk away. Very recommended!

Response from the property

Dear Maarten, Thank you for taking the time to share your review of your stay at The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa. We’re very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit, including the breakfast, the comfort of our spaces, and our convenient location near the station and city centre. We truly appreciate your kind feedback and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Kind regards, The Green Elephant Hostel & Spa