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Kama Central Park Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Central Park in New York

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Front of property
Hair dryer, towels
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City view
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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36 WEST 106TH STREET, New York, NY, 10025
  • Central Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Columbia University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Deluxe 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

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

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Deluxe 2-Bed Male Dormitory Room (Shared Shower)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Deluxe 10-Bed Male Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

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

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Deluxe 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child) | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Deluxe 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Standard 2-Bed Male Dormitory Room (Shared Shower)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bed in Standard Female Dormitory Room (Shared Shower) | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Standard Female Dormitory Room (Shared Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bed in Deluxe 2-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Shared Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Heart of New York.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 - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Columbia University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mount Sinai Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Times Square - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 3 min drive
  • 103 St. Station (Central Park West) - 5 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪City Coffee Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Benny's Lung Sheng Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Calaveras - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Claire's Kitchen Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Amrita - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kama Central Park Hostel

Hostel near Central Park in New York
As a guest of Kama Central Park Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and an ATM. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This New York hostel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
Kama Central Park Hostel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with desks and desk chairs. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 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.

Property is also known as

Kama Central Park Hostel York
KAMA CENTRAL PARK HOSTEL NEW YORK
KAMA CENTRAL PARK HOSTEL Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kama Central Park Hostel to the airport?

Kama Central Park Hostel is 8.9 mi (24-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kama Central Park Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kama Central Park Hostel.

Does Kama Central Park Hostel offer free breakfast?

Kama Central Park Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kama Central Park Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Empire City Casino (15-min drive) and Resorts World Casino (24-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Kama Central Park Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Kama Central Park Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Kama Central Park Hostel have a pool?

Kama Central Park Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Kama Central Park Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Kama Central Park Hostel to downtown New York?

Kama Central Park Hostel is 6.3 mi away from New York.

Kama Central Park Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 342 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramleshka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice stay respectful staff the cleanliness was amazing and also the food super recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Overall, the location was great, the front desk was helpful and friendly, the cafe was a great space to hang out or have a morning coffee, and the bathrooms and rooms were clean. Comfort: The mattresses were thin, the pillow old and flat, 1 thin blanket, 1 rough towel. My podmates were considerate and as quiet as possible. I liked being able to close the door to my "pod" and loved the light control, but it was not actually quiet. A pod is essentially a metal bunk bed with a box around it, so you can hear squeaks with every toss and turn. Also I was never sure if my roommate was there in their pod with the doors closed and sleeping, so I didn't feel comfortable unzipping my suitcase, rummaging for what I needed and getting changed, just in case I was disturbing them. I wished I knew if they were there or not. I don't think pods are for me. I will pay for a room next time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

KyungHa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was my second stay at Kama. The first stay was in 2023. I have a lot of good things to say about the place. Most importantly: I feel safe in the building and in the neighborhood. The hostel is reasonably priced, reasonably clean, and reasonably comfortable. I was disappointed to find that the communal fridge was no longer on the main floor --- it is now in the basement, down a flight of stairs, in a tiny and not-very-clean room. But overall, I'm happy with Kama. It will continue to be my first choice when I'm visiting NYC as a solo traveler.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Nian

It's not quiet, the doors in the hallway are loud. The shower area is very small and the drain is clogged.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Shamil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Literally the best place to spend the night. The staff is so welcoming, and super friendly. This is my third time staying at Kama and it’s the best decision every single time. The bathrooms are always clean, very affordable and comfortable. Love Kama!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

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

2/10 Terrible

Mohamed

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Darriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krzysztof

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

Highly recommend!!

Best place to stay in Manhattan for a budget traveler, close to two subway stations and next to Central Park. Fast connections to the rest of New York tourist attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

10/10 Excellent

MARILYN Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Female-only dorm. Plenty of shower & toilet facilities. Good security. Good cafe with outdoor patio. Breakfast, lunch & dinner available. Wish there were better commons lounge areas.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and convenient option, they were doing some kind of construction so it was a little loud after 8am but otherwise other guests were very quiet at night. Pod beds were comfortable and it was nice to have the added privacy. I enjoyed that there was a coffee shop on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was quiet enough to get a good night's sleep, and all the other guests seemed respectful of that. Appreciate the desk being staffed by approachable, helpful people all through the day and night. It's a great location for the subway downtown in no time, but also for access to the park. Good to come back in the early evening after a crazy day out and about, get changed and go jog in Central park, just a minute away, come back, warm shower and head a few blocks over to loads of restaurants and bars.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos, Irving

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Angelica

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted, Bellingham

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. I stayed at HI Hostel the night before, and I prefer the completely enclosed 'pods' at Kama and how it locks, so it can also act as your luggage storage. Only issue I had was that there are ONLY two USB ports inside the bunk, and they both seemed broken - they would not charge my phone fast enough and it died while charging.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall I really enjoyed staying at Kama. The capsule bed gave privacy, with a private bathroom inside the room, and a another shared shower & toilet outside. There was a locker in the room. Stayed in the 2nd floor so didn't need to walk up a lot of stairs. The shared kitchen was a bit messy/dirty, but that's more up to the guests to make sure they clean after themselves. The location was great, with subway a few minutes away, and right next to central park. Will definitely stay again when visiting nyc.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brendan

Disliked: Cleanliness
My stay at the hostel was not the most comfortable. At check-in, I requested a different room code, but the front desk agent refused to accommodate my request, leaving me frustrated and uneasy. Additionally, my roommate had noticeable hygiene issues, which made the shared space unpleasant—strong odors, particularly from their feet, made resting difficult. While the hostel itself had the basics covered, better customer service and improved cleanliness in shared spaces would have made the stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025