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4.8 out of 5

"I wish they offered breakfast here. " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 27 Dec 2021

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Hotel Description

Hostel near Empire State Building in Long Island City

Queens stay

Your stay at this Queens hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Empire State Building and Grand Central Terminal. Central Park and Bryant Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Terrace, bar/lounge

This hostel features a rooftop terrace and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. A 24-hour business center, a coffee shop, and a terrace are also on offer.

Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed) - Accessible

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$158* Per night/room Apr 1 - Apr 2

Bed in a 4 Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Private Twin Room with Ensuite Bathroom (2 beds)

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Bed in a 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Bed in a 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Bed Count 6 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

The Local - Hostel ratings based on 4 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.8 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Local - Hostel

Everyone (4)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Dec 29, 2022

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4 out of 5
I wish they offered breakfast here.

Posted by on Dec 27, 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 1, 2021

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5 out of 5
The place is very clean, the staff is amazing and the ambiance 👌. Few minutes walk to the subway where you can get the E train to Manhattan. Also, few blocks from the river where you can view the amazing Manhattan skyline from Long Island City. Overall, well located and easily accessible from JFK Airport.

Posted by on Jul 9, 2019

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Property Features

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and coworking spaces are available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Local - Hostel. This Long Island City hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 137 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Train station: Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station (1.2 km / 0.7 mi)
  • Metro station: 23 St. - Ely Av. Station (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)

Room Amenities

The Local - Hostel offers 137 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Beds feature down comforters. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Accommodations are shared
  • Communal kitchen access
  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenware
  • Down blanket
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 80 mi (128.75 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 80 mi (128.75 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, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • No elevators
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Hotel Names

  • Local Hostel Long Island City
  • Local Hostel
  • Local Long Island City
  • The Local
  • The Local Hostel Long City
  • The Local - Hostel Long Island City
  • The Local - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at The Local - Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.