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When exploring the Netherlands, Maastricht is a must-visit – a truly hidden gem in Maastricht! Our Youth Hotel is the perfect spot for any backpacker or digital nomad. As a world traveler, you’ll immediately notice what sets The Green Elephant Hostels apart from many other hostels: it’s luxurious, spacious, entirely focused on well-being, and provides more privacy in your room than ever before. Even if you’re traveling on a tight budget, there are plenty of options available. Whether it’s a bunk bed, a Tiny Dream House with access to our shared bathhouses Morgenfrisk, or a private room. Additionally, you’ll have access to a wellness area, your own kitchen, a Chill Circle with Netflix, a yoga room, and more. We are a place with a community of digital nomads, conscious budget world travelers, and health enthusiasts who live responsibly. Our goal? To contribute to an even fitter, greener, and healthier world through hospitality. One person at a time. Common sense of being.

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Why The Green Elephant Youth Hostel Maastricht?

  • Choose from youth hotel rooms for both short and longer stays
  • Rooms available for 1 to 6 people, shared or private
  • Enjoy more privacy than you would ever expect from standard dormitories in hostels in our Tiny Dream Houses.
  • Located in the trendy Wyck area, within walking distance of bars and restaurants
  • Maastricht city center is the perfect destination for an international vibe (time to socialize…)
  • Study spaces available in Restaurant Serendipity, with power outlets on the table
  • Social spaces to gather, such as the Chill Circle with TV and Chromecast (Netflix!)
  • DIY Meal Prepper for cooking your own meals, including a fridge for your groceries
  • Private bathroom with shower and toilet, or a shared luxury bathhouse Morgenfrisk
  • Wellness access from €7.50 per person for ultimate relaxation (swimwear, bathrobe, towel, and slippers required)
  • Extensive and healthy breakfast buffet in Restaurant Serendipity with vegan options (to start your day off right…)
  • Easily accessible by public transport, just around the corner from Maastricht Station
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In Maastricht, backpackers and digital nomads always bring a fun atmosphere, and we love that here at The Green Elephant Hostels! In our hostel, you can easily meet like-minded travelers, but also enjoy your own space when you want to. We have various cozy areas where you can gather, such as our DIY Meal Prepper for preparing your own meal, or our Urban Forest where you can relax between work. And when it comes to accommodation, we have something for every budget. From affordable ‘bunk beds in a green space’ to private Tiny Dream Houses or even private rooms – with or without a private bathroom. Whatever you choose, you’ll always feel at home with us!

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Backpacker hostel rooms and digital nomad spaces

BUNK BED IN A GREEN SPACE

You’ll meet a mix of sustainably-minded world travellers, digital nomads, and health lovers here. If you’re travelling on your own, this is the perfect place to meet new people and make your time in Maastricht even more fun together. Your Bunk Bed is in the Green Space overlooking the Urban Forest.

Auping bed (0.90 x 2.10 m)
USB port and socket at your bedside
Access to Morgenfrisk luxury bathhouses, complete with rain showers
Desk
Free bed linen
Towel available for rent for €3,50
Hypoallergenic duvet
Free Wi-Fi
Lockers
Non-smoking hotel
No pets allowed

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TINY DREAM HOUSE FOR FRIENDS

You don’t get more efficient than this compact mini-hotel room. Close the door of your Tiny Dream House and enjoy a moment on your own, away from the world. Enjoy as much privacy as you need and exactly the amount of space to get changed.  Curious to see who else is sleeping in a Tiny Dream House? Open your door and see what’s happening around you.

6 m2
2 Auping twin beds, one above the other (0.90 x 2.10 m)
USB port and socket at your bedside
Access to Morgenfrisk luxury bathhouses, complete with rain showers
Free bed linen
Towel available for rent for €3,50
Hypoallergenic duvet
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Non-smoking hotel
No pets allowed

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TINY DREAM HOUSE FOR FRIENDS IN A GREEN SPACE

You don’t get more efficient than this compact mini hotel room. Close the door of your Tiny Dream House and enjoy a moment on your own, away from the world. Enjoy as much privacy as you need and exactly the amount of space to get changed. Your Tiny Dream House for Friends is in the Green Space overlooking the Urban Forest. Curious to see who else is sleeping in a Tiny Dream House? Open your door and see what’s happening around you.

6 m2
2 Auping twin beds, one above the other (0.90 x 2.10 m)
USB port and socket at your bedside
Access to Morgenfrisk luxury bathhouses, complete with rain showers
Free bed linen
Towel available for rent for €3,00
Hypoallergenic duvet
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Non-smoking hotel
No pets allowed

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TINY DREAM HOUSE FOR COUPLES

You don’t get more efficient than this compact mini hotel room. Close the door of your Tiny Dream House and enjoy a moment on your own, away from the world. Enjoy as much privacy as you need and exactly the amount of space to get changed. Your Tiny Dream House for Couples is located in the Cool Space at the front of the building. Curious to see who else is sleeping in a Tiny Dream House? Open your door and see what’s happening around you.

6 m2
Auping king-size bed (1.80 x 2.10 m)
USB port and socket at your bedside
Access to Morgenfrisk luxury bathhouses, complete with rain showers
Free bed linen
Towel available for rent for €3,50
Hypoallergenic duvet
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Non-smoking hotel
No pets allowed

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COOL ROOM

Sometimes, you want all the luxury of your own hotel room – like a supremely comfortable Auping bed that’s all yours – but at the most budget-friendly rate. Luxury bathhouse Morgenfrisk is there to invigorate you in the morning and is equipped with plenty of showers, so you never have to wait.

12 m2
Auping king-size bed (1.80 x 2.10 m)
USB port and socket at your bedside
Access to Morgenfrisk luxury bathhouses, complete with rain showers
Desk
Free bed linen
Towel available for rent for €3,50
Hypoallergenic duvet
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Non-smoking hotel
Pets allowed

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Our facilities for backpackers and digital nomads

  • Vivacious eco city spa with saunas, hammam and massage room (swimwear, bathrobe, towel and flipflops required)
  • Chill Circle with tv including Chromecast
  • Healthy breakfast buffet including fresh pancakes and plenty of vegan options
  • DIY Meal Prepper to cook your own meals, including fridge to store groceries
  • Micro Gyms for a quick workout
  • Auping beds
  • Luxurious Morgenfrish bath houses, or private bathroom
  • All-day restaurant Serendipity + bar
  • Urban Forest
  • Yoga mats or meditation cushions for rent
  • Clean Club with washing machine and dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet friendly (on request)

Central location