Terrapin Hostel is a city center retreat with continental breakfast, free airport pick-up, and a grocery store. Guests can enjoy in-room WiFi, unwind in the garden or challenge friends at the arcade/game room. Previous guests praise Terrapin's convenient location.
Portland Intl. Jetport Airport (PWM) - 127 min drive
Free airport pick-up
Restaurants
Kingfield Woodsman - 13 min walk
Rolling Fatties - 2 min walk
Longfellow's Restaurant - 2 min walk
Silly Goose Bar N Grill - 8 min walk
White Wolf Inn - 9 min walk
About this property
Terrapin Hostel
When you stay at Terrapin Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Stanley Museum and Ski Museum of Maine. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 4:00 AM and noon. Free bike rentals and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Transfers
Free airport pickup (available 24 hours)
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 4:00 AM–noon
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Traveling with children
Grocery/convenience store
Children's games
Art supplies
Musical instruments
What to do
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Cross-country skiing nearby
Snowboarding nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Free bicycle rentals
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Communal living room
Arcade/game room
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Portable fan
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Oven
Griddle
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Blender
Lobster/crab pot
Mixer
Spices
Paper towels
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Daily housekeeping
Shared accommodations
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 7)
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 12 and 18 costs USD 250 (one-way)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International
Is airport shuttle service offered by Terrapin Hostel?
Yes, a free shuttle from the airport is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Terrapin Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Terrapin Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
What's the area around Terrapin Hostel like?
Terrapin Hostel is in the heart of Kingfield, a short 12-minute walk from Ski Museum of Maine and 19 minutes' walk from Maine Huts & Trails.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were plentiful and exceeded expectations with a variety of choices. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2026
From one night i stayd 5. Its clean. Beautifull, free.parking, brsakfest included. Near the ski hill. 20 min drive max.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Staying at the terrapin hostel was a pleasure. Very cozy and clean rooms and shared space.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2026
We received a text letting us know where to park and the code to get in . The hostel was very comfortable. We had a nice 2 bed room on the second floor and the shower was nice
They left instructions for a help yourself breakfast and it looked really nice but we didn’t get to enjoy .
We ate dinner , went to bed and left the house by 430 am
We would definitely stay again
shawn
shawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2025
Have stayed here before. Clean room. Full kitchen (in the common area). Shared bathroom that is also kept clean. Easy access even when checking in late. Will stay here again
William
William, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 29, 2025
Nice and cozy hostel. Very clean. No hairdryer, so it’s a bit inconvenient if you have long hair. The breakfast is self-served (you can cook/prepare it on your own. Ingredients provided)
Hsuan
Hsuan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Great place to stay with kids
This place is a great place to stay with a friendly owner. He even played guitar for us and he is very good! My kids loved it here, we would come again!
Tristan
Tristan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2025
Room was clean. Beds where dated. Room too small for two doubles.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
I definitely stay again!
The room was nice and great to have our own bathroom as there was three of us. Very comfortable and good to have air conditioning since it was hot for October.
The kitchen is well stocked and easy to make ourselves at home.
Lauran was immediately responsive for my check in question.
Thanks for the great stay.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
Close to great mountain hiking trails
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2024
This hostel had a lot of character, everything was done for us to feel at home, great attention to details and extremely clean, we loved it!
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2025
Charming home with nice facilities and kept up appearance.
Tom
Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
The hostel is in a cute old house with nice decor. We particularly enjoyed the pool table and darts to spend the evening. Breakfast had all the options you would want, better than most continental breakfasts.
On the downsides, there was a double booking so we ended up in a shared bathroom room. And the windows don't open so it got stuffy (there is AC though)
Janik
Janik, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2024
Third time staying here, highly recommend. Great service, quit, clean, will be back!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2024
Nice hostels, friendly contact person, check in instructions clear and easy
Verena Martina
Verena Martina, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2024
Nice room, clean, and safe.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2024
Great Ski Stay
A wonderfully quite place to stay. Our visit was to enjoy Sugarloaf and the Terrapins proximity to the mountain was great. We even extended our stay one more might with no hassle as weather closed the mountain one day.
George
George, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
The hostel was clean and very accessible. The kitchen was of great use, for those who like to cook on the road.
Jean Pierre
Jean Pierre, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
This older home and its cultural interior connected with my roots in Kingfield when I worked as a forester for Dead River Timberlands in the mid-late 1960's. The wall art plus books on the Grateful Dead, you rock!
I stayed here as my overnight for doing some off-trail photographic exploration in the Boundary Mountains the next day. i'll stay here again. Thanks
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 17, 2025
The property has a convenient location. Easy check-in. Spent a quiet night there. No breakfast provided.
Peng
Peng, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
I would highly recommend this place for anyone passing through! Host is friendly, helpful, kind; the space is very clean, calm, and quiet. Felt like I was right at home! Would definitely stay again if I’m back in the neighborhood.
Melody
Melody, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2024
nice cozy hostel . Owners couldn’t have been nicer ! Great communication !! Very good location ..
QUAASHIE
QUAASHIE, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2023
Second weekend in a row. Can't beat the price, cleaniness and atmosphere.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Feels like home!
This was a great stop for a night on our way to Sugarloaf to ski. We booked last minute, but were given very clear check-in instructions. The room was comfortable, clean, and the extra amenities like the living room and breakfast supplies were an added bonus! We would absolutely stay again next time we’re up this way.
Kristen
Kristen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2023
Last minute find, would definitely stay there again. I'm assuming due to a rain storm coming in, we had the place to ourselves! Matt was very welcoming and the house was very clean.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2024
Pleasant stay
Wonderful stay at this hostel. Easy access and straight forward communication on house rules. Quiet and comfortable. Make yourself at home. Nice array of breakfast food.