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The Elephant Hostel vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
8.5Rooms were noted to be comfortable but some lacked sufficient space.
Cleanliness
8.3Some reviews indicated that rooms were basic and had thin walls.
Location
9.6Several reviews praised the excellent location, close to public transport.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
The White Tulip Hostel
Amsterdam, NL
★ 0-star6.6/105,205 reviews
1.2 km (0.76 mi) from original
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
Amsterdam, NL
★ 0-star8.4/105,846 reviews
1.7 km (1.1 mi) from original
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Trade-offs
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Key differences
Rooms
Volkshotel8.5
The White Tulip Hostel5.0
Cleanliness
Volkshotel8.3
The White Tulip Hostel5.6
Location
The Elephant Hostel9.8
The White Tulip Hostel8.6
Service
The Elephant Hostel10.0
The White Tulip Hostel8.0
Food & Breakfast
The Elephant Hostel8.8
The White Tulip Hostel6.1
Amenities & Facilities
Volkshotel8.8
The White Tulip Hostel5.5
Value
The Elephant Hostel9.8
The White Tulip Hostel7.5
The Elephant Hostel amenity advantages
Air conditioningFitness facilities
The White Tulip Hostel amenity advantages
Concierge service
Volkshotel amenity advantages
Spa/wellness centerSaunaHot tub/JacuzziPets allowedElectric vehicle charging station
Detailed comparison
Guest score
The Elephant Hostel
9/10The White Tulip Hostel
6.6/10Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
8.4/10Volkshotel
8.8/10Rooms
The Elephant Hostel
8.3Mixed feedback; issues with maintenance noted, but some rooms were comfortable.
The White Tulip Hostel
5.0Many complaints about room sizes being too small and uncomfortable conditions.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
8.2Some issues with room lighting and provided pillows.
Volkshotel
8.5Rooms were noted to be comfortable but some lacked sufficient space.
Cleanliness
The Elephant Hostel
7.8Multiple reviews mentioned dirty conditions, including hair and cobwebs.
The White Tulip Hostel
5.6Multiple reviewers mentioned cleanliness issues, including dust and a bad smell in rooms.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
7.7Concerns about bathroom cleanliness and issues with the shower room.
Volkshotel
8.3Some reviews indicated that rooms were basic and had thin walls.
Location
The Elephant Hostel
9.8Convenient location highlighted in several reviews as a positive aspect.
The White Tulip Hostel
8.6Generally praised for its central location and convenience to attractions.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
8.8The location is good, though slightly distant from the central station.
Volkshotel
9.6Several reviews praised the excellent location, close to public transport.
Service
The Elephant Hostel
10.0Guests commented positively on the friendly and helpful staff.
The White Tulip Hostel
8.0Mixed sentiments, with some positive reports about friendly staff, but noted instances of rudeness.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
9.2Staff were very friendly and accommodating with our questions and needs.
Volkshotel
9.7Staff is consistently described as friendly and accommodating.
Sleep & Noise
The Elephant Hostel
—The White Tulip Hostel
—Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
—Volkshotel
—Food & Breakfast
The Elephant Hostel
8.8Lack of food options noted, but staff willingness to assist mentioned.
The White Tulip Hostel
6.1Breakfast was not included, and some guests wanted it added.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
8.2Breakfast was decent but availability late in service was questioned.
Volkshotel
8.1Mixed reviews regarding the quality of food; some highlighted issues with coffee.
Amenities & Facilities
The Elephant Hostel
7.8Several missing amenities like air conditioning and basic kitchen facilities were highlighted.
The White Tulip Hostel
5.5Basic amenities mentioned, but several complaints regarding lack of facilities like a kitchen.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
7.7Need for improvements in facilities like bathrooms.
Volkshotel
8.8The hotel offers good amenities including sauna and hot tub.
Value
The Elephant Hostel
9.8Affordable pricing noted and generally perceived as good value.
The White Tulip Hostel
7.5Considered acceptable given the affordable price, though some feel it did not match expectations.
Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
8.7Good relation price-quality observed.
Volkshotel
8.4Some reviews felt the price did not match the quality of the rooms.
Landmarks
The Elephant Hostel
SfinxThe White Tulip Hostel
BelleStayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost
Stenen sculptuur met tulpVolkshotel
Wibautpark