The Local - Hostel

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

1 bedroom, down duvets, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Bar
Laundry
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning

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13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101

United Nations Headquarters
‪3 min drive‬
Grand Central Terminal
‪4 min drive‬
Times Square
‪5 min drive‬
New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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

Very good

9 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Bed in a 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Excellent

9 sq m
Sleeps 1
4 Twin Beds

Bed in a 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Good

9 sq m
Sleeps 1
6 Twin Beds

Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed)

Very good

9 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Bed in a 4 Bed Male Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Very good

9 sq m
Sleeps 1
4 Twin Beds

Bed in a 4 Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Excellent

9 sq m
Sleeps 1
4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

14 Aug - 15 Aug

About this property

The Local - Hostel

Hostel in Long Island City with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour business center

Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hostel has a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour business center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Local - Hostel. During your stay, you'll be close to Grand Central Terminal. 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 locker space, a 24-hour business center, and a computer
Just a 5-minute drive from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and 5 minutes from Grand Central Terminal

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 a vending machine are also featured at The Local - Hostel.

This Long Island City hostel is smoke free.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Greek, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

Free offsite parking within 6 metres
Street parking available

Food and drink

A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Art gallery
Books
Concerts/live shows
Games
Library
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

24-hour business centre
Computer station
Coworking space

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture
Rooftop terrace

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 stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

1 building
2 floors
Built in 2014
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Down comforter

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Food and drink

Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Toaster
Toaster oven

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Laundry detergent
LED lighting
Recycling
Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

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

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.

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 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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.
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).

Property is also known as

Local Hostel Long Island City

Local Hostel

Local Long Island City

The Local

The Local Hostel Long City

The Local - Hostel Long Island City

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The Local - Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Prajyot

19 Apr 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dayana

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Only good thing was the view from the hotel and the staff. This was my first time staying at a Hostel. I will not be doing it again . The bunk beds were so squeaky and rooms so small. The place around was below average . According to my roomies they said it was better than most hostels they have been in. My money is better spent on getting a hotel

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samson, Arlington

6 Apr 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davide

3 Apr 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

29 Mar 2025

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

Apollo

It was good dorm

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hanna

28 Mar 2025

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britt

Business traveller

25 Mar 2025

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

I can not rant and rave enough about this property. I can not wait to stay here again! The vibes were immaculate, very chill and open. Front desk was there to help with any questions I’ve had. I love the in-house bar and coffee bar. They always have events. I stayed two nights in the all womens dorm. When I stayed it was poetry night Friday then R&B night Saturday. Love the lounge and computer areas. Despite the events, the rooms are very quiet. I heard nothing! And I got to meet some cool people. There are some eateries within walking distance like pizza, Mexican, another bar and another coffee shop. I was very satisfied with my stay and will definitely be back! I love this hostel <3

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

19 Mar 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tara

16 Mar 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

8 Mar 2025

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

This is a great stay at wonderful rate that is in a very convenient location. Everyone on staff is friendly, a lot of great amenities on location. I would highly recommend this stay.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

21 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Super close to the nearest metro stop, felt safe in my room, staff was super accommodating and sweet. would definitely stay here again

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirish

20 Feb 2025

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

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Temur

17 Feb 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Temur

17 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Super

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

5 Feb 2025

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

Comfertable and cozy

Cute place mostly seams to be college age people clean nice welcoming and quiet it’s people but not loud violent or problematic it’s nice like living in a coffee shop with people working and doing homework nice enviroment

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025