This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
HI New York City - Hostel offers 709 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. This New York hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
HI New York City - Hostel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Central Park. Free WiFi in public areas, a bar, and a coffee shop/cafe are available.
Free WiFi
Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Amenities include 5 meeting rooms, an elevator, and a terrace
Guests have good things to say about the accommodations for the cleanliness and nice bathrooms
Within a 15-minute walk of Central Park and Columbia University
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 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.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Street parking available
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Family friendly
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (once per stay)
Business services
5 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
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1 building
4 floors
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
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Air conditioning
Heating
Laptop-compatible safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Gusts under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, parent, guardian or chaperone. Guests aged 13 and older may stay in a shared dormitory if accompanied by a legal guardian staying in the same dormitory.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
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
HI New York City - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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A great hidden gem especially for those traveling on a budget. NYC has great restaurants but that can get expensive so the cooking facilities are a tremendous asset. The patio, bar/ lounge, pool table are all great amenities
David
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth
15 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great for the cost
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Willie
21 Feb 2026
The staff was great and the room setup and amenities were fantastic. There was a big enough locker for my items. Great activities going on and food services were very good onsite.
I have been enjoying this Hostel for a long time now and watched as they have made a few tweeks.
It's more than a comfortable bed and great shower, with often nice company. There are great tours to take and now there is also a bar for those who like a drink.
The bus stops virtually outside from Penn or Central station and if you go over a block you can get a bus to Times Square or in the opposite direction to Harlem.
Enjoy your stay whether you are a solo traveller or a family.