HI New York City Hostel

About this hotel

Location and Proximity This uptown New York hostel is ideally situated just 1 block from Broadway Street and a short 10-minute stroll to Central Park, offering guests the perfect blend of city excitement and natural tranquility. Amenities and Entertainment Guests at Hostelling International New York can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, relax in the movie lounge, unwind on the spacious patio, and make use of the games room and pool tables. The large community kitchen and café provide convenient dining options and social spaces. Activities and Events From pub crawls to comedy shows, this hostel offers a diverse range of activities to ensure an unforgettable stay in the Big Apple. To experience the vibrant culture and convenience of New York City, book your stay at Hostelling International today!

Highlights

Facilities

• WiFi available
• Free WiFi
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• 24-hour front desk
• Heating
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• Garden
• Lift / Elevator
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Bar
• Fax/photocopying
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Meeting/banquet facilities
• Billiards
• Non-smoking throughout
• Daily housekeeping
• Designated smoking area
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Wheelchair accessible
• Shared kitchen
• Snack bar
• ATM/cash machine on site
• Lockers
• Vending machine - drinks
• Toilet with grab rails
• Indoor play area
• Vending machine - snacks
• Evening entertainment
• Higher level toilet
• Outdoor furniture
• Picnic area
• Coffee Shop on site
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• CCTV outside property
• CCTV in common areas
• Access to health care professionals
• Face masks for guests available
• 24-hour security
• Security alarm
• Walking tours
• Breakfast takeaway containers
• Key card access
• Tour/class on local culture
• Broadcast Live sport events
• Pub crawls
• Happy hour
• Stand-up comedy

Check-in & checkout

Check-in

04:00 PM

Check-out

11:00 AM

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Guest sentiment

• Cleanliness8.0

  Frequently praised (mentions of 'propreté' and 'clean') but a few guests reported cleaning could improve and noted a damaged men's bathroom that caused inconvenience.

• Service9.0

  Staff consistently described as very friendly, enthusiastic and helpful; multiple guests said reception was attentive and they'd return because of the team.

• Location9.0

  Repeated positive mentions of being close to the metro and Central Park; considered very convenient for getting around the city.

• Room Quality7.5

  Beds are comfortable with good privacy (curtains), but several guests reported issues: poor/ineffective AC, noisy ventilation, low bunk heights (head bumps) and occasional nighttime noise from other guests.

• Amenities8.8

  Multiple praised communal spaces (snack area, kitchen, bar, work/games/TV), lockers, and well-thought showers; some operational issues noted (e.g., lift doors sticking).

• Value for Money8.4

  Several mentions of good value ('Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo') and affordable options nearby; generally seen as good price-performance.

• Food and Beverage8.8

  Coffee shop and bar receive strong praise and the snacking/meal offerings were appreciated; cafeteria food noted as good and reasonably priced.

• Overall Experience8.5

  Overall very positive: many guests loved the social, welcoming atmosphere and would return; a few operational/comfort issues tempered some stays.

Guest reviews

Clean

Clean

Close to subway station, plenty of common room spaces to sit.

Close to subway station, plenty of common room spaces to sit.

The fridges are so packed with food, hard to find a place to store your food.