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Here is a quick list of Hostels in New York, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Central Park West Hostel |
4.7 / 10 (270 Reviews) |
From 36$ | |
| Ny Moore Hostel |
8.3 / 10 (2039 Reviews) |
From 68$ | |
| Jazz On The Park Hostel |
5.4 / 10 (1369 Reviews) |
From 44$ | |
| Hi New York City Hostel |
8.6 / 10 (16181 Reviews) |
From 79$ | |
| The Local Ny Hostel |
8.4 / 10 (2081 Reviews) |
From 79$ |
If you're interested in giving up those boring and “samey” accommodation options, and instead opting for something with more personality and allure, then you'll be delighted with the hostel collection in New York City, United States. As a guest, I'm sure you're drawn to choices that boast character and appeal, and this collection delivers in spades.
There are hostels of all types here, ranging from plush high-end residences to chic minimalist abodes; whether you’re seeking a boutique hideaway or the vibrant ambiance of the city lifestyle, you’ll be able to find a hostel that suits your needs. Don't worry about missing out on privacy - many of the hostels have their own private rooms, so that you can enjoy the peace and quiet of a solo experience while still having access to communal living and socializing with other travelers.
Convenience also plays a huge role in choosing a hostel. With some of the best facilities available, such as fully-equipped kitchens, modern laundry rooms, comfortable lounges, and clean bathrooms, you'll never have to bemoan a lack of amenitites. And no matter where you roam in the city, there's always a hostel close by, so you don’t have to worry about straying too far from the party.
Overall, if you're willing to discover a unique accommodation experience with exotic character and sophistication, and you're eager to escape from the banal and drab accommodation options, then you cannot go wrong with the hostels of New York City. The city provides some of the most delightful, stylish, and vibrant hostels for international travelers, and I promise you that your stay here will be nothing short of extraordinary.
New York Accommodation lists:
Best Hostels in New York
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Central Park West Hostel
From 36$
This traditional 2-star accommodation is 10 minutes' walk from Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir and close to the privately owned park "West Side Community Garden". The hostel is at a 3.3 km distance from Rockefeller Center. Carmine's Italian Restaurant treats guests with Italian dishes and is set a 5-minute walk away.
Central Park West Hostel is next to the friendly Children's Museum Of Manhattan and Upper West Side.
The property offers rooms with elegant furniture.
This traditional accommodation is 0.5 km from LaGuardia airport and around 10 minutes' drive from train station Penn.
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Ny Moore Hostel
From 68$
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, 0.5 km from the New York accommodation. The hostel can be found in New York, within 7 km of Manhattan Skyline. Guests can try French dishes in the Ange Noir Cafe located just 400 metres away.
Ny Moore Hostel lies close to Friends NYC.
The New York accommodation comprises 28 rooms. Private bathrooms are available at the New York property.
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Jazz On The Park Hostel
From 44$
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, 0.5 km from the hostel. Because of its prime location in New York, this hostel is a popular destination. Guests can dine in Lura Restaurant Lounge restaurant, which is about a 5-minute walk away.
Jazz On The Park Youth Hostel is nestled in the Manhattan district steps away from Booker T Washington Playground.
The New York property offers 41 rooms.
This New York accommodation is situated around a 5-minute walk from 103rd Street IND Eighth Avenue Line underground station and at a 7 km distance from Penn train station.
Cheap Hostels in New York
New York City is home to a variety of affordable hostels perfect for those looking to save money on accommodations. These cheap hostels offer basic amenities such as bunk beds, communal bathrooms, and shared common spaces. Some are even located in prime areas within the city, making it easy to explore all that New York has to offer without breaking the bank. With a little research, travelers can find a cheap hostel that meets their budget and needs while still providing a comfortable and convenient place to stay.
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Hi New York City Hostel
From 79$
The New York hostel is 800 metres of The Pool and steps away from Smoke Jazz & Supper Club. The hostel is situated in New York, nearly 25 minutes' walk from the German & Austrian art "Neue Galerie New York". Malaysia Grill treats guests with Malaysian dishes and lies only a few minutes from this property.
Rockefeller Center is located approximately 10 minutes' drive from the 3-star Hi New York City Hostel.
This eco-friendly accommodation boasts a fully furnished kitchen and shared bathroom.
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, reachable within 0.5 km.
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The Local Ny Hostel
From 79$
The accommodation offers accommodation in the Queens district, at a 3.9 km distance from the sprawling Central Park. The hostel's location is close to Diego Salazar Art Gallery. A restaurant Niforos Coffee Shop is about a 5-minute walk away.
Popular points of interest near the 3-star Local Hostel include MoMA PS1 Art Institute.
The property boasts a kitchen and private bathroom.
The accommodation is 0.5 km from LaGuardia airport and at a 4.9 km distance from train station Penn.
Hotels in New York
| Rating 🏅 | 40 |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Central Park West Hostel |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | Ny Moore Hostel |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Jazz On The Park Hostel |
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Broadway Hotel & Hostel
From 34$
Set in the Manhattan district, this hostel is also close to New York Bagel Shop. The coastline is about 4.7 km away. Serving Italian specialities, Cheesy Pizza is nearly 5 minutes' walk away.
The Roman catholic Church of the Ascension lies near the 2-star Broadway Hotel And Hostel.
The New York property offers 100 rooms. The New York hostel features shared bathrooms.
This New York accommodation stands within convenient reach of 96th Street underground station.
Youth Hostels in New York
Youth hostels in New York provide affordable lodging options for budget-conscious travelers, including students and backpackers. These hostels offer shared bunk-bed style accommodations, communal living spaces, and basic amenities such as free Wi-Fi, shared bathrooms, and kitchen facilities. They are often located in popular tourist areas, providing easy access to landmarks, attractions, and public transportation. Despite their basic accommodations, youth hostels in New York offer a unique and social experience that allows travelers to connect with other like-minded travelers from around the world.
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West Side Ymca
From 92$
Being set near a tube station, the New York property provides easy access to Broadway Road. This hostel can be found in New York, at a 2.5 km distance from The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Guests can dine in Bar Boulud restaurant, which is nearly a 5-minute walk away.
West Side Ymca Hostel enjoys a central location at a 2.7 km distance from the American military Intrepid Sea Maritime Museum.
The New York accommodation consists of 374 rooms. Guests can find shared bathrooms in this New York hostel.
LaGuardia airport is located 0.5 km from the New York property.
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Bowery Grand Hotel
From 36$
The colossal neoclassical sculpture "Statue of Liberty" is in walking distance from the New York hotel, while the cable-stayed Brooklyn Bridge is nearly a 15-minute walk away. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Serving guests with Italian dishes, Lombardi's Pizza is a 5-minute walk away.
Bowery Grand Hotel lies minutes away from Bowery Street.
This property consists of 42 rooms. The rooms come with a shared bathroom.
The bus station Bowery & Grand Street is a 5-minute walk away.
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Flushing Ymca
From 67$
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, 0.5 km from the New York property. There is Spa Castle at a 2.8 km distance from the New York hostel. Serving a wide range of dishes, Hunan House Restaurant and Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot can be reached within 5 minutes’ walk.
Flushing Ymca Hostel is set about 25 minutes' walk from Queens Botanical Garden.
The New York property features 127 rooms.
This New York accommodation is situated nearly a 10-minute walk from Flushing-Main Street underground station and at an 18 km distance from Penn train station.
Hostels in Downtown New York
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Kamway Lodge
From 66$
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, 0.5 km from the hostel. The hostel's location is close to Saint Mary's Romanian Orthodox Church. Guests can enjoy Colombian dishes in Arepa Lady, which is only 150 metres away.
The 18 - acre Queens Zoo is set within 3.3 km of the New York property.
The New York accommodation offers 12 rooms. Guests can find private bathrooms in the New York property.
Kamway Lodge is situated about 5 minutes on foot from 74 Street-Broadway underground station and about a 20-minute ride from Penn train station.
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Vanderbilt Ymca
From 69$
The property is situated in New York, 950 metres from U Thant Island. Broadway Road is located a 5-minute drive from the New York hostel. Sparks Steak House serves American dishes and lies approximately a 5-minute stroll away.
Vanderbilt Ymca Hostel is set only a short drive from Rockefeller Center.
The New York accommodation provides guests with 400 rooms.
The nearest underground station is 51st Street IRT Lexington Avenue Line, situated a 5-minute stroll from this New York property.
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Royal Park Hotel
From 72$
The property is 0.9 km from the lake. The comfortable hostel is just a 10-minute stroll from the coastline and at a short distance from the towering monument "Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine". Serving guests with Italian dishes, Cafe Viva is around 5 minutes' walk away.
Royal Park Hotel is next to Joan of Arc Memorial and Dinosaur Playground.
Most of the rooms at the property offer views of the courtyard.
W 97 St & West End Av bus stop can be reached within 50 metres and the closest underground station 96th Street is set 150 metres away from this accommodation.
Hostels in New York with Car Parking
Hostels in New York with car parking are relatively rare, but they do exist. For travelers driving into the city, hostel options are limited, and many hostels in NYC lack onsite parking altogether. However, there are a handful of hostels that offer parking, either in the form of a private lot or on-street parking permits. It's essential to check with the hostel directly before booking to ensure that parking is available and understand any associated fees or restrictions. Overall, for budget-conscious travelers driving into New York City, hostels with car parking can offer a convenient and affordable option for accommodation.
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International Students Residences (Adults Only)
From 34$
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, 15 km from the New York hostel. The hostel can be found in New York, approximately a 10-minute drive from the jewish restaurant "Katz's Delicatessen". Guests can dine in Dotory, close to this accommodation.
International Students Residences boasts a prime location around a 10-minute ride from World Trade Center Memorial Foundation.
This comfortable accommodation contains 50 rooms.
Hewes Street / Broadway metro station is only 200 metres away, while a bus stop is set nearby too.
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U.S. Pacific Hotel
From 70$
While staying at the New York hotel, guests have access to the Lower East Side Tenement Museum. The property can be found in New York, not too far from Collect Pond Park. The city's pizzeria Lombardi's Pizza is within 7 minutes' walk of the hostel.
World Trade Center Memorial Foundation is located within 20 minutes' walk of the accommodation.
The New York hostel contains 64 rooms.
LaGuardia airport is around 20 km away.
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Harlem Ymca
From 62$
The 3-star accommodation is located a few minutes drive from the 15-acre Sheep meadow "Central Park", close to St. Nicholas Public Park. The hostel can be found in New York, merely 5 minutes' walk from Mother African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Yatenga restaurant is situated nearly 5 minutes' walk away.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is set 4.3 km from Harlem Ymca.
235 guest rooms come with elegant furnishings and overlook the city.
This accommodation is centrally located a 20-minute drive from LaGuardia airport.
New York Hostels with Private Rooms
New York City offers a wide range of hostels with private rooms for travelers who want to experience the city on a budget. These hostels usually offer basic amenities and facilities, but they provide a more affordable option for those who want their own sleeping space. Private rooms in New York hostels are often small, but they offer a comfortable and cozy environment where tourists can rest after a day of exploring the city. These hostels are also conveniently located in different parts of the city, providing easy access to popular tourist destinations, shopping areas, and restaurants.
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Greenpoint Ymca Brooklyn
From 86$
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, 0.5 km from the New York property. The coastline is a 15-minute walk away. Peter Pan Bakery bakery is located so close to this New York hostel.
Ymca Greenpoint is set about 25 minutes on foot from the 12 - acre Gantry Plaza State Riverside Park.
This New York accommodation provides guests with 100 rooms. There are shared bathrooms available.
The New York property stands a walking distance from Nassau Avenue / Manhattan Avenue underground station.
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World Hotel
From 70$
Set in the Lower East Side district, this hotel is also close to Bowery Street. The New York hostel is located within a 25 minutes' walk away of the 9.75 - acre Washington Square Public Park. Ferrara Bakery & Cafe offers Italian dishes and lies about a 5-minute walk away.
New World Hotel is steps away from the multifaceted Museum of Chinese in America.
The New York accommodation provides guests with 60 rooms.
This New York property is situated 20 minutes' drive from LaGuardia airport and 4.3 km from Penn train station.
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Manhattan Bowery Lodge Inc
From 99$
Located in the Manhattan district, the New York hotel is also close to Bowery Street. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Serving guests with Italian dishes, Lombardi's Pizza is a mere 650 metres away.
The historic Battery Park is set 25 minutes' walk from the hostel.
The property consists of 6 rooms.
The 2-star Chrystie Street Apartments is 20 km from LaGuardia airport and within 4.4 km of train station Penn.
Family Hostels in New York
Family hostels in New York offer budget-friendly accommodation options for families travelling together. These hostels often have private rooms with shared bathrooms and common spaces such as kitchens or lounges where families can relax and socialize. They are typically located in central areas with easy access to public transportation and popular attractions, making them a convenient choice for families looking to explore the city on a budget. These hostels provide a great opportunity for families to meet and connect with other travellers from all around the world.
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American Dream
From 143$
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, 15 km from the hostel. The hostel's location is close to School of Visual Arts. Guests can enjoy American dishes in Taproom 307, which is 5 minutes' walk away.
Midtown East is set nearly a 25-minute walk from the New York property.
The New York accommodation offers 10 rooms.
American Dream Hostel is situated within 5 minutes' walk of 23rd Street underground station and 2.1 km from Penn train station.
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Q4 Hotel And Hostel
From 40$
This New York hotel is located within 3 km of Midtown East and within 6 km of The High Line Public Park. The hostel's location is close to Bank of Manhattan. The property is placed in the Long Island City district, a minute's walk from Waheyo Modern Mexican restaurant.
The 15-acre Sheep meadow "Central Park" is set within 4.3 km of this accommodation.
The property boasts a kitchen and en suite bathroom.
The nearest airport is LaGuardia, situated 0.5 km from Q4 Hotel And Hostel.
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Interfaith Retreats
From 61$
While staying at this New York hostel, guests have access to the Long-standing Macy's Department Store. The hostel can be found in New York, at a 2.3 km distance from the Gothic church "St. Patrick's Cathedral". The 2-star accommodation is placed in the Manhattan district, in the immediate vicinity of Tick Tock Diner NY restaurant.
The 70th-floor open-air Top of the Rock Observation Deck is located at a 2.3 km distance from the unique Interfaith Retreats Hostel.
This property comprises 79 rooms.
The nearest underground station is 23rd Street / 7 Avenue, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
Hostels in New York for Couples
Hostels in New York for couples are a great option for those looking for budget-friendly accommodation without compromising on location. Most hostels offer private rooms with shared facilities, allowing couples to enjoy their privacy while enjoying the social atmosphere of a hostel. With many hostels located in vibrant neighborhoods such as Manhattan and Brooklyn, couples can explore the city's many attractions and immerse themselves in its culture without breaking the bank. Hostels generally offer basic amenities such as Wi-Fi and communal kitchens, making them ideal for those looking for a simple yet comfortable stay.