HI New York City - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Central Park

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Exterior
Front of property
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Dining
Reception

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 (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪56 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 at the property
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 Feb 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI New York City - Hostel on Feb 28, 2025 start from $197.1, 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. 615 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hyunchul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cool experience
Didn’t know what to expect staying at a hostel but it was such a cool experience. I wish I’d stayed longer. There were curated experiences for the guests. I only got to check out the comedy night. Definitely cheesy (and crude) but still enjoyable! And such a fusion of cultures. You’ll meet people from all over the world!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John Peter Schneider

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tsvangirayi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a good budget friendly hostel considering how expensive NYC is. Nice facilities and everyone is cordial with each other. About 5-10 mins walk to subway station, and there's a whole foods and trader joes within a few blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very contented stay
A front desk was very kind and accommodating period my room was very clean and quiet. It was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place in New York next to Central Park! Next to it you have a rental bike :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

SHASHI, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good. Will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

SHASHI, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great environment. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was pleasantly surprised. Location, location, location. Perfect location. The hostel was very clean and I was definitely surprised that the beds were comfortable. I will definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained, close to public transport and amenities like restaurants. Beds had curtains, plug ins and reading lights. Loved having the option of renting a locker to keep luggage safe after checking out. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

test

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

SHASHI, New York

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

10/10 Excellent

Namuun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fun making international friends when I was staying in HI new York hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness
It was so hot. The second I entered the property I started sweating. I had to buy a fan for just one night. Any time I was not directly in front of that fan, I was sweating. Otherwise the stay was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was so hot I couldn’t sleep. None of us could, and there were only four of us. Nervous about returning tonight to a 10 bed room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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