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4.4 out of 5

"I had difficulty getting into the building to check in and when I did the receptionist was not very friendly. " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 05 Dec 2022

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Hotel Description

Hostel near Central Park in New York

Manhattan stay

Within a 15-minute walk of this Manhattan hostel, you'll find Central Park and Columbia University. Metropolitan Museum of Art and Columbus Circle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Terrace

Free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden are available at this hostel. A snack bar/deli, a picnic area, and luggage storage are also on offer.

Private 4-Bed Room

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$207* Per night/room Apr 30 - May 1

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dormitory

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Bed in Women´s 10-Bed Dormitory

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Bed in All-Gender 12-Bed Dormitory

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Bed in Men´s 10-Bed Dormitory

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

HI New York City - Hostel ratings based on 5 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.4 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 3.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for HI New York City - Hostel

Everyone (5)
4 out of 5
I had difficulty getting into the building to check in and when I did the receptionist was not very friendly.

Posted by on Dec 5, 2022

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4 out of 5
Transportation was easy

Posted by on Sep 14, 2022

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5 out of 5
The calmness here is amazing!

Posted by on Sep 11, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 14, 2022 by Wendee

Thank you for your review! We appreciate your feedback and are happy to know that your experience was excellent. We look forward to your next visit!

5 out of 5
The accommodation it provide, amenities and location of the many landmarks

Posted by on Sep 2, 2019

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4 out of 5
It's pretty close to Central Park and the staff there was very helpful with questions on whereabouts of the city.

Posted by on Feb 25, 2019

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Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. There are 5 meeting rooms available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at HI New York City - Hostel. This New York hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 724 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: New York Harlem 125th St. Station (3.6 km / 2.2 mi)
  • Metro station: 103 St. Station (Broadway) (0.2 km / 0.1 mi)

Room Amenities

HI New York City - Hostel offers 724 shared accommodations with air conditioning, laptop-compatible safes, and hair dryers. This New York hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Accommodations are shared
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Wheelchair accessible

Nearby Activities

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 1:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Per property policy, the maximum length of stay per guest is 21 days per calendar year.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Gusts under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, parent, guardian or chaperone. Guests under the age of 16 cannot be accommodated in a shared dormitory.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 45 mi (72 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Security system
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

  • Hostelling International New York City Hostel
  • Hostelling International Hostel
  • Hostelling International New York City
  • Hostelling International
  • Hostel HI New York City
  • HI New York City
  • HI New York City Hostel
  • Hi York City Hostel York
  • HI New York City - Hostel New York
  • HI New York City - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI New York City - Hostel.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.