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HI New York City Hostel, hotel in New York

This uptown New York hostel is 1 block from Broadway Street and a 10-minute walk to Central Park. It features free Wi-Fi, a movie lounge, and a large patio.

Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
15,932 reviews
Price from$242per night
Nap York Central Park Sleep Station, hotel in New York

Nap York Central Park Sleep Station is well situated in the center of New York, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi.

I like the place near to everything. And that hostel mostly recommend to people who come to work in new york because they have atmosphere of working Very clean . Professional staff . every room have shower that's great.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
4,473 reviews
Price from$178per night
American Dream, hotel in New York

Located within a 8-minute walk of Flatiron Building and 0.9 miles of Empire State Building, American Dream has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in New York.

It was easy to get to, check-in was a breeze, and the staff was very friendly. I didn't have any issue finding a toilet or shower available on one of the floors when I needed one. Breakfast had plenty of options, and a communal, hostel atmosphere. The room was plenty big enough for my needs and the window AC worked very well. It was my first hostel stay, so definitely different from what I'm used to, but had everything I needed!
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
459 reviews
Price from$155.40per night
West Side YMCA, hotel in New York

Located 164 feet away from Central Park, this hostel is located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, just 5 minutes’ walk from Columbus Circle. WiFi access is provided free of charge to guests.

What breakfast? The location was great.
Scored 6.6
6.6
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
13,914 reviews
Price from$139.68per night
U.S. Pacific Hotel, hotel in New York

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, U.S. Pacific Hotel offers accommodations that is accessible by stairs, in New York. Rooms include work desk and air conditioning.

The location is terrific and for the price you can’t beat it for nyc.
Scored 5.6
5.6
Rated okay
Above average
2,498 reviews
Price from$129per night
KAMA CENTRAL PARK, hotel in New York

Located in New York, KAMA CENTRAL PARK has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

The location and rooms for a little number of host. The cabins are private and comfortable.
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
2,170 reviews
Price from$165.60per night
Interfaith Retreats, hotel in New York

Interfaith Retreats is located in New York, 984 feet from Madison Square Garden.The hostel offers a space for spiritual retreat in the midst of New York City.

The hotel is very quiet. Wonderful atmosphere of peace. There are always fruits and snacks available, even in the middle of the day or in the evening.
Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
1,462 reviews
Price from$190.54per night
West 30th Street Guest House, hotel in New York

Located a 4-minute walk from Penn Station, West 30th Street Guest House in New York has rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

Very comfy, spacious and affordable. Wonderful location.
Scored 6.5
6.5
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
403 reviews
Price from$88.20per night
Lamartine Chelsea, hotel in New York

Located in New York and with Penn Station reachable within a 3-minute walk, Lamartine Chelsea has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

Very quiet except the street noise from 8th avenue Very clean,
Scored 6.5
6.5
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
425 reviews
Price from$137.05per night
The Nolita Express Hostel, hotel in New York

Located within a 7-minute walk of Bloomingdales and 0.7 miles of NYU – New York University, The Nolita Express Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in New York.

The location
Scored 7.1
7.1
Rated good
Good
203 reviews
Price from$174per night
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • West 30th Street Guest House
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 403 reviews

    Located a 4-minute walk from Penn Station, West 30th Street Guest House in New York has rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

    it’s in Midtown Manhattan and it’s got basic what you need

  • American Dream
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 459 reviews

    Located within a 8-minute walk of Flatiron Building and 0.9 miles of Empire State Building, American Dream has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in New York.

    Clean, centrally-located, kind staff, great breakfast

  • East Harlem Hostel
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 91 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, East Harlem Hostel offers accommodations in New York, 2 miles from Metropolitan Museum of Art and 3 miles from Strawberry Fields.

    Sehr sauber und ausreichend für einen New York Trip

  • Chrystie Street Apartments
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 146 reviews

    These accommodations with kitchen facilities are in the Lower East Side in New York.

    Man with the keys was our amazing guide that was super kind!

  • New York City GuestHouse
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 16 reviews

    Located within 1.9 miles of Yankee Stadium and 2.3 miles of Columbia University, New York City GuestHouse provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in New York.

    La proximité des transports, commerces et restaurants

  • Macaw Guest House
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 51 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge and views of city, Macaw Guest House is located in New York, 1.2 miles from Metropolitan Museum of Art.

    Buena ubicacion y cerca del transporte hacia los lugares de interes

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in New York

  • West Side YMCA
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 13,913 reviews

    Located 164 feet away from Central Park, this hostel is located on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, just 5 minutes’ walk from Columbus Circle. WiFi access is provided free of charge to guests.

    Value for money Near Train station Quiet YMCA gym

  • Lamartine Chelsea
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 425 reviews

    Located in New York and with Penn Station reachable within a 3-minute walk, Lamartine Chelsea has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge...

    Very quiet except the street noise from 8th avenue Very clean,

  • U.S. Pacific Hotel
    Scored 5.6
    5.6
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 2,498 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, U.S. Pacific Hotel offers accommodations that is accessible by stairs, in New York. Rooms include work desk and air conditioning.

    You get what you pay. Clean, safe and very good location.

  • Hudson Yard 408
    Scored 4.6
    4.6
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 68 reviews

    Located in New York, within a 8-minute walk of Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and 0.4 miles of Penn Station, Hudson Yard 408 provides accommodations with free WiFi throughout the property.

    Excellent room, it works perfect for us. The host was kind with us.

FAQ about hostels in New York

Hostels that guests love in New York

  • Avg. price/night: $138.32
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 13,913 reviews
    Fantastic location for the price, we really enjoyed the area and felt very safe at all hours. The private bathrooms were good and clean, for a hostel it was very quiet (we were on an upper floor). Very pleasantly surprised that towels were provided in the twin bunk bed room, I hadn’t expected this from a hostel.
    Linda
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 15,932 reviews
    I have stayed at this place for three to four days because it was my short trip but I have never seen such a hostel and that too near such memorable locations and if anyone has a hotel or hostel within their less money and less budget. If you want to reserve it, I will recommend it and go with it and it is available at a very cheap price.
    Choudhary Abdulrehman
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 15,932 reviews
    Very clean, great location, nice stuff. Best hostel I have ever been.
    TADEUSZ
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 15,932 reviews
    Best place to stay in NYC & best hostel I’ve ever stayed 🥇 Amazing staff, amazing communal areas including lots of outdoor social space, kitchen & cinema room. Social activities & great location in Central Park West.
    Chris
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 310 reviews
    Great location in the center of Manhattan. You could meet new people in the hostel. Decent bagels for breakfast
    Oleksandr
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 15,932 reviews
    The different tours from the hostel were really nice. It was easy to meet new people. Especially if you are traveling alone. You have everything you need there! Also the cafe in the hostel was good and cheaper than some other places. But all in all i really enjoyed the place an liked it. Would definitely come back!
    Ada
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $138.32
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 13,913 reviews
    Excellent location in safe area. We were out all day & into evening and just needed somewhere to crash for the nights we were in NY. It did the job. Bunk bed was king single size, little creaky, but slept well on all 3 nights. Aircon old & bit noisy, but good white noise to drown out comings & goings of hostel (not that we heard this). Bathrooms were old but clean. Good to be able to access gym & pool. It was what we expected for the money paid.
    Catherine
    Travelers with friends
  • Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 15,932 reviews
    It's a cheap an popular hostel and as a female solo traveler I felt mostly safe. The doors open with a card you're given at check in. The patio is really nice and they have a small cafe downstairs. Even though it's the upper west side so it's quite far away from the modt popular parts of Manhattan, by taking the subway you can be at lower Manhattan in 30 minutes which is better than staying at Brooklyn or Queens etc. Also the neighborhood seemed nice and fine, no super scatchy places.
    Dorka
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $138.32
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 13,913 reviews
    Very cheap for Manhattan. Perfect location. Very big hostel - many guests of all ages and nationalities (so you don’t feel too old by being in a youth hostel).
    Aleksandra
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $138.32
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 13,913 reviews
    It was a great location just a few stops on the subway from airport, and near all the places I visited. I was very happy with my room and the bed was comfortable. I was happy with the security and safety of my belongings and myself. If I return to New York I will book into West side Youth Hostel again.
    timothy
    Solo traveler

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