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HI New York City - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Central Park in New York

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Aerial view
Meeting facility
Living area

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY, 10025
  • Central Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Columbia University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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

Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Women´s 10-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Men´s 10-Bed Dormitory

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Private 4-Bed Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

Bed in Men's 14-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in All-Gender 12-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Women´s 12-bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Bed in Men´s 12-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 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 Lincoln Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Central Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Columbia University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mount Sinai Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Times Square - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles

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. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English, French, Polish, Spanish

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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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI New York City - Hostel on Jul 30, 2025 start from $192.6, 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: 2:00 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

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

Chaz

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desirae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay, friendly staff, clean, affordable, close to #1 subway line which travels all the way down NYC so very convenient
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahim

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Imogen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is a great option for while you are traveling NYC, for many of its facilities, but here are a few things to consider after my experience. Although check in time is stated as 3pm, upon arriving at around 4pm I was unable to check in due to no rooms being available at that time and the front desk being unable to get in contact with housekeeping. I waited an hour for a room to be ready and available for me to check in, after a long travel day and where I was only offered to have my luggage stored for the mean time. Booking through the Expedia app, the property details state Breakfast is served daily - this is not true, no breakfast is available, this misinformation NEEDS to be updated. There is a cafe with food available for purchase. If this is something you take into consideration while booking, it is important to know, as I did not until I asked when checking in at the property. Note also the location is slightly further away from many popular tourist destination spots, but there is a subway station close by which was easy to navigate.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

not just for the young kids

I was in NYC solo for a few days and wanted to keep costs down. I'm in my mid-50s and the place was perfect for me. it was clean and comfortable and everyone was very friendly. It was a great stay for a very reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamu

Liked: Amenities
I enjoyed this day. It was a great price for the time I spent here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yussef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Boualem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I hadn’t stayed at a hostel before this one, and I was skeptical of any lodging outside of Hotels, Air BnB, and family/friends. I saw this spot had great reviews and the price was perfect for me just moving to NYC with no apartment yet. Once I got there, I realized how spoiled I was & how much I could’ve saved if I had started staying at hostels sooner! The spaces is filled with so many different people from all over the world! Families, individuals & groups were all present. Seeing families made me feel extra safe. The staff was very kind, and since I speak Spanish too, I had to have a couple conversations with staff members before I left. Everyone I spoke with was very friendly, detailed with their jobs, and made my experience even better. They have BIG lockers for luggage storage before & after check-in, a kitchen, yoga room, café, patio, laundry, TV room, and so many other activities and amenities. It’s a great decision for solo travelers or groups! I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Balloon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yimingaji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thoeun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the property. Very nicely kept and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dorothy Quainoo

Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerry

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect Hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malikah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alexander, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Thirty patrons were watching the Academy Awards Mar 2/2025 on the HI New York large screen tv. This was an important once a year show and we wanted to watch the awards and not a comedy show which railroaded its way in and rudely shut off the tv feed. We told the comedy group we weren’t interested in comedy since we were there to watch the Academy Awards and wanted the comedy group to go away. We even went to the front desk to complain,who refused to let us continue to watch the OSCARS. This was handled very poorly and caused a lot of anger.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajay Singh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jerin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025