HI New York City - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Central Park in New York

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Reception
Dining
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY, 10025
  • Central Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Columbia University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dormitory

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women´s 10-Bed Dormitory

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men´s 10-Bed Dormitory

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dormitory

  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Private 4-Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Bed in Men's 14-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 12-Bed Dormitory

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women´s 12-bed Dormitory

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men´s 12-Bed Dormitory

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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 Broadway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 9 min walk
  • Columbia University - 11 min walk
  • Mount Sinai Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art - 5 min drive
  • Times Square - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • 103 St. Station (Broadway) - 3 min walk
  • New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 4 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Du Soleil - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mama's TOO! - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Broadway Bagel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mexican Deli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Arco Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HI New York City - Hostel

Hostel near Central Park in New York
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
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.

Languages

English, French, Polish, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height door lock
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
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.

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.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI New York City - Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is HI New York City - Hostel to the airport?

HI New York City - Hostel is 9.1 mi (35-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HI New York City - Hostel?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI New York City - Hostel on Feb 1, 2025 start from $175.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does HI New York City - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HI New York City - Hostel.

Does HI New York City - Hostel offer free breakfast?

HI New York City - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HI New York City - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Empire City Casino (16-min drive) and Resorts World Casino (25-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at HI New York City - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at HI New York City - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HI New York City - Hostel have a pool?

HI New York City - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HI New York City - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HI New York City - Hostel to downtown New York?

HI New York City - Hostel is 6.3 mi away from New York.

HI New York City - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1004 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gianella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place to stay, clean and close to many places.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

SOURAV

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love everything about this popular hostel The bus takes you directly to Times Square but its go so much going on for it around here Staff amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lots of people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudiu Emilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Christina

Slow to incomplete check in
Room was not ready appointmented time of check in had to wait again in line when it was.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Renato

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint about the property was the toilet stall size being a little too small.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
really good!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gopalakrishna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

YIGIT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for budget
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner was not working properly in my assigned room and it was very warm and stuffy in it. However, they did offer me a new room, and it ended up being a nicer room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly place. Unfortunately, the room was a bit stuffy. But, i would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was no air conditioning in the room. Toilets are really tiny and not very clean. Mattress feels like plastic and the bed is very squeaky!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tamar fruma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place ! Only thing is slow elevators, and high prices (if you reserve last minute as i do....) since its NYC🌷
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024