HI New York City - Hostel

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

About this hostel

Situated in Upper West Side, this lovely hostel for $236 per night is a great option for your next vacation. Hostel with 24-hour front desk, walk to Central Park This smoke-free hostel features a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and ATM/banking services are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. 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. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Upper West Side, NY

Nearby attractions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

1.35 miles

Statue of Liberty

8.59 miles

HI New York City - Hostel

4.2

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

Hostel in Upper West Side, NY

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

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About this hostel

Amenities

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Balcony / Patio

Garden

Map of Upper West Side, NY

Nearby attractions

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

1.35 miles

Statue of Liberty

8.59 miles

Reviews

4.2/5.0

Excellent(1,006 Reviews)

4.0

Apr 2024

I was overall very happy with the hostel stay I had. I liked the hostel itself, including the big general bathrooms per floor, activities that you can join organized by the hostel, the cafe available downstairs, the water bottle filling machines, the curtain covers for each bed and large lockers and space in my room. And most importantly I felt very safe here. My only things that I think was not so positive was that my room had a funny smell to it (but that could have been something to do with one of the other girls staying in the room) but was a little stuffy. One of the showers in the one bathroom also had no hot water, though I just moved over to another shower and it was fine. Overall the front desk person was great and friendly, place was clean and had a nice vibe to it. I will definitely go there again and recommend to others.

5.0

Apr 2024

HI in NYC is an excellent if not exceptional facility. Comfortable beds, big lockers, well maintained and clean bathrooms as well as many other amenities. The kitchen, theater, patio, lounges snd more. Sometimes free tours and other activities offered. Cool place! Location is good too.

4.0

Apr 2024

I visited there again. The staff was very unkind. It was so disappointing to me.

4.0

Mar 2024

Elevator sound is too loud, and it bothered me all night long. Except that, not bad

5.0

Mar 2024

It was nice & comfortable

3.0

Mar 2024

Overall a good option, staff were kind and the structure is very good, There is a kitchen and laundry and a lot of convivial spaces.

10.0

Feb 2024

It worth it so much for the price! The place is clean, young and safe! It surprised me in a good way

10.0

Feb 2024

Amazing

2.0

Feb 2024

The Hostel itself is very nice and has good potential. Clean, close to subway, nice rooms and common areas. I was however unfortunately met with very bad staff during check-in and check-out(Same woman). During check-in we were multiple people who waited in line, and the woman sat on her phone behind the check-in desk and did not want to help. When asking her to check in she seemed very bothered, and during the process gave no info about the hostel. Was just told to sign and handed the room key. Also worth noting that this property charges 5$ for luggage storage, even for guests. Was caught off guard with this as I have never experienced it at another property. Very bad policy for guests arriving early or leaving late that want to store their bags, so a big minus in my book.

2.0

Feb 2024

If the folks at HI Hostels reads this, here are a few things, I noticed. Let me begin by saying, 90 percent of the staff I encountered ( and I am very low maintenance), were excellent. Okay...You need to change or upgrade all your bed outlets to heavy duty. Every plug I used, slipped out of the outlet. Even my extension cord. You have to realize, these outlets are perched above. If you have a fast charger, they are bulky...it's futile. Get an ICE machine...Are you kidding me? The cafe people need an attitude adjustment. One guy, wouldn't give me a fork and knife...really?

3.0

Feb 2024

Sttafs were friendly and cost was very nice.

10.0

Jan 2024

Excellent facility

10.0

Jan 2024

First time staying at a hostel. It didn’t disappoint. Safe. Economical. And many amenities, such as a theater room, kitchen, pool room, café, laundry, etc.

8.0

Jan 2024

I was doing solo trip in NY but didn’t feel lonely at all because of the wonderful roommates. that was great stay overall! I would love to stay again

10.0

Jan 2024

Really unexpectedly quality place. Very clean. Firm beds.

10.0

Jan 2024

I absolutely love this hostel and will be back again :) everything was amazing

2.0

Jan 2024

There was a mouse in the kitchen. The cleanness also depends on luck-sometime the corridor might smell like socks, sometimes it’s ok. Staff is friendly.

10.0

Dec 2023

Generally this place is good. Room is high ceiling. The AC is a little loud and that is the only thing I don’t like

10.0

Dec 2023

First time in a hostel, and I checked out reviews of several. This had the best reviews, and I was not disappointed at all. Very much deserving of the good reviews.

2.0

Dec 2023

The good: You can't get any more affordable for a stay on the Upper West Side, a 20-minute train ride from the theater district. I paid $180 for three nights in an 8-bed dorm. However, I exchanged this low price for very poor sleep, which significantly impacted my weekend trip. This is not a slight against the hostel itself; it's just the nature of staying in a tiny room with seven other people (every morning there was at least one person getting up and making noise between 5-7 AM to pack and catch an early flight). That said, if you're a light sleeper like me, earplugs aren't gonna block out everything, and you'll spend hours awake that you should be sleeping. Overall, the hostel was easy to get to, felt safe, and was comfortable. The bedding had hair in it, but I realize laundry doesn't magically make everything that winds up crumpled in sheets disappear. The bathrooms were clean, and I especially appreciated the private, dry area attached to each shower stall. Unfortunately, my showers each morning were cold, which was a pretty miserable way to begin a cold December day in the city. I didn't make use of the kitchen, laundry, or communal areas. I would stay here again if I *had* to, but I think next time I visit the city, I'll save up some extra so I can get my own room at a hotel.

2.0

Dec 2023

For 80 USD a night, I expected a bit more. The heater in the room didn't work and the bed doesn't come with a proper blanket. I ended up having 3 blankets but still had to wear a beanie during the night. The shower didn't have hot water either. For a trip during the summer this is fine but not in December. It's close do the subway which is nice.

10.0

Dec 2023

The people are really nice! I met many new friends here. They also have interesting activities, you can get to know many interesting friends by these activities!

3.0

Dec 2023

Hi Hostel was wonderful. My first hostel experience. Bathrooms and dorm rooms were clean and they had a lovely cafe.

8.0

Dec 2023

Overall, good. Bedding should be upgraded as mattresses are not comfortable. I feel like I’m in a military base.

10.0

Dec 2023

Good location! Had good roommates, and everyone was respectful of each other!

10.0

Dec 2023

This is my 2nd time staying here. I love this hostel.

10.0

Dec 2023

Was not sure if Hostel was good fit for a solo geezer in his early 60's but so far it is great. Clean and comfy and great price.

10.0

Dec 2023

Could not recommend the hostel anymore, staff were so helpful, the dorm was clean and tidy. The toilets and showers were clean and tidy. They had machines dor food and drink when the cafe was shut. Brilliant. Thank you

5.0

Dec 2023

Well organized hostel in NY! Very safe with a good atmosphere. I'm young women traveling alone and this was a perfect spot for me. The common areas like big kitchen, tv room, dining area are really amazing. Sleeping room was just ok. You have to bring your own locker to cabinet or buy it for 6$ in a front desk.

5.0

Dec 2023

Wonderful stay. Can easily access the subway with a short walk. Only a few blocks from Central Park. Rooms were clean and quiet. Bed was comfortable. Lockers were big enough to fit my luggage. Never had to wait for an open shower, bathrooms were clean. Snack bar had very reasonable and delicious food/coffee/pastries. Public kitchen was clean with lots of cooking utensils. The refrigerators were actually the only complaint. They were dirty, overpacked and had an odor to them. Commons areas were always welcoming, outdoor patio was also very nice. Would definitely stay here again!!

5.0

Nov 2023

The common areas were clean.

8.0

Nov 2023

Cheap, comfortable and convenient

5.0

Nov 2023

Clean, comfortable and cheap

5.0

Nov 2023

Great option for a budget young senior traveller in NYC. Respectful roommates in a shared 4 person room. Good quality linens and extra if you want. Excellent cafe and kitchen, with plenty of free food.

5.0

Nov 2023

3.0

Nov 2023

What happened wuth 2pm check in. 4pm is way too late. Take in to consideration that travellers are exhausted from a very long flight. 4p. Is way too late.

2.0

Nov 2023

Cost effective in a busy weekend

4.0

Nov 2023

I really liked the kitchen area and the recreational spaces it has. I didn't like that the elevator is slow and that in the shared room, the wooden floors are noisy.

4.0

Nov 2023

I love this place. They even host events. This time, I have an issue, my bed was taken by someone else but staff took care of it. All good.

5.0

Nov 2023

Great location, comfortable clean beds and bathroom s…

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Upper West Side?

The average price for a rental in Upper West Side is $229 per night. This rental is $7 above the average.

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at HI New York City - Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is HI New York City - Hostel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at HI New York City - Hostel?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, balcony / patio, and garden.

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HI New York City - Hostel

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Upper West Side, NY

Nearby attractions

HI New York City - Hostel

Hostel in Upper West Side, NY

Reasons to book

About this hostel

Amenities

Map of Upper West Side, NY

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Upper West Side?

Is parking included with this hostel?

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Is HI New York City - Hostel pet friendly?

What amenities are available at HI New York City - Hostel?

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