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Nap York Central Park Sleep Station

Manhattan, New York

Situated conveniently in the centre of New York, Nap York Central Park Sleep Station offers free WiFi and a shared lounge.

F
Fábio
From
Portugal
Your really can take a rest and enjoy your night with comfort and privacy. Also it was good that everyone respected the rules to don’t make noise
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,529 reviews
Price from
US$227
1 night, 2 adults
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Interfaith Retreats

Chelsea, New York

Interfaith Retreats is located in New York, 300 metres from Madison Square Garden.The hostel offers a space for spiritual retreat in the midst of New York City.

G
Ginsbach
From
Germany
Location is absolutely perfect, breakfast is available all day and free and was totally great, room is clean and great value for the money. I would alway come to Interfaith Retreats again. The staff are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. Just all in all an amazing place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,377 reviews
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US$241.06
1 night, 2 adults
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HI New York City Hostel

Upper West Side, 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.

P
Plamena
From
Bulgaria
Everyone was nice and helpful. I felt safe during my whole stay there even though I was travelling alone and it was my first time in NYC. The kitchen is huge with a lot of utilities and everything you might need, I also liked that you can leave something and mark it with the provided stickers “free food”. I attended the comedy show two times on my first and last night - they were free, but the comedians were cool and overall the atmosphere at the hostel was very friendly. I appreciate the opportunity to leave your luggage after you leave the room, so you can explore the city. When I arrived, my room wasn’t ready and they took my suitcases to the storage for free.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17,321 reviews
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US$86.40
1 night, 2 adults
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American Dream

Gramercy, New York

Set within 700 metres of Flatiron Building and 1.4 km of Empire State Building, American Dream offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in New York.

M
MESSVANTE
From
France
the location is amazing, you have everything near, subway 5 min a walk, Times Square 20 min a walk or 10 min by subway. Gramercy area is a lovely place I truly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews
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US$152.90
1 night, 2 adults
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The Nolita Express Hostel

SoHo, New York

Set in New York, 600 metres from Bloomingdale'S, The Nolita Express Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

F
Felicia
From
Australia
Adequate room size, central location, super easy check in. Staff is always ready to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,463 reviews
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US$198
1 night, 2 adults
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KAMA CENTRAL PARK

Upper West Side, New York

KAMA CENTRAL PARK has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in New York.

M
Miriam
From
Spain
Joana the receptionist girl was suuuper nice and profesional THANK YOU. it was a very nice hostel experience everything was clean and quite and nice location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,452 reviews
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US$314
1 night, 2 adults
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U.S. Pacific Hotel

Chinatown, New York

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

M
Maria
From
Kazakhstan
Nice atmosphere and polite reception
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,685 reviews
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US$109
1 night, 2 adults
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West Side YMCA

Upper West Side, New York

Located 50 metres 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.

S
Stephanie
From
Uruguay
Everything was perfect! Two block from central Park! Best neighborhood ever!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14,972 reviews
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US$139.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Macaw Guest House

East Harlem, New York

Boasting a garden, shared lounge and views of city, Macaw Guest House is set in New York, 2 km from Metropolitan Museum of Art.

E
Eric
From
Italy
Sonia is a lovely host, she was caring and super funny. Very thoughtful and welcoming. The room and the apartment were cozy. Hope to see ya again in the future :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
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US$185
1 night, 2 adults
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Lamartine Chelsea

Chelsea, New York

Situated in New York and with Penn Station reachable within 300 metres, Lamartine Chelsea features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

S
Sarah
From
Germany
The rooms were good, the bathrooms clean (as far as that is possible with several users), the location was perfect for a weekend to explore the city! And you occasionally meet nice people in the kitchen to chat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
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US$143.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Save money on hostels in New York and nearby – budget options available

  • Deluxe Room E

    Jersey City
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

    Situated within 5.9 km of Ellis Island and 6.9 km of Bloomingdale'S, Deluxe Room E features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Jersey City.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

    Situated in Jersey City, 5.9 km from Ellis Island, Double queen room 6 minutes walk to Penn station NYC EWR features views of the city.

    From US$152.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14,972 reviews

    Located 50 metres 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 228 reviews

    Located in New York City’s Upper West Side, this hostel is a block from the 86th street underground station and 2 blocks from Central Park. It offers Wi-Fi and staff-organized events.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 647 reviews

    Situated in New York, within 500 metres of Madison Square Garden and less than 1 km of Macy's, West 30th Street Guest House offers accommodation with free WiFi.

  • The Local NY

    Long Island City, Queens
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,208 reviews

    This NYC hostel features a fully equipped common kitchen, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace with skyline views. Guests can enjoy coffee, breakfast, beer, wine and cocktails on site.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 903 reviews

    Conveniently set in the centre of Queens, Q4 Hotel and Hostel is within 4.5 km of St Patrick's Cathedral and 4.5 km of Museum of Modern Art.

  • Vila Maria

    Brooklyn
    Budget options available

    Attractively located in the Williamsburg district of Brooklyn, Vila Maria is set 5.9 km from New York University, 6.4 km from Brooklyn Bridge and 6.7 km from Barclays Center.

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  • West Side YMCA

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14,972 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.
    Guest review by
    Linda
    Family with young children

  • HI New York City Hostel

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17,321 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.
    Guest review by
    Choudhary Abdulrehman
    Solo traveller

  • HI New York City Hostel

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17,321 reviews
    Very clean, great location, nice stuff. Best hostel I have ever been.
    Guest review by
    TADEUSZ
    Solo traveller

  • HI New York City Hostel

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17,321 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.
    Guest review by
    Chris
    Solo traveller

  • HI New York City Hostel

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17,321 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!
    Guest review by
    Ada
    Solo traveller

  • West Side YMCA

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14,972 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.
    Guest review by
    Catherine
    People with friends

  • HI New York City Hostel

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 17,321 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.
    Guest review by
    Dorka
    Solo traveller

  • West Side YMCA

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14,972 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).
    Guest review by
    Aleksandra
    Young couple

  • West Side YMCA

    Hostel in Upper West Side, New York
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14,972 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.
    Guest review by
    timothy
    Solo traveller