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Hostelling International New York

891 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025
Hostelling International New York
Real Traveler Rating: 3.9 out of 5 based on 196 reviews from 1 source
Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.6 out of 5
Service: Rating of 3.8 out of 5
Location: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
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  • Overall: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "but apart from that we had an awesome stay and I can only recommend this hostel to everyone even for longterm stays." source Hostelworld

    "Overall, it was a great hostel and if I ever come back to New York, this is where I would stay." source Hostelworld

    "Overall, it was a great hostel, particularly considering the city it is in." source Hostelworld

    "Overall, I will keep very good memories of my stay at the hostel." source Hostelworld

    "Great place, good location near to subway and many bus route." source Hostelworld

  • Clean: Rating of 3.6 out of 5

    "Clean, well-stocked kitchen, comfortable bed with sheets, pillows, and comforter, super safe, great location, free wireless, you should definitely stay here." source Hostelworld

    "Nice and clean rooms, bathrooms was a bit dirty and needed some renovation (but I think, they were renovating the other bathrooms)." source Hostelworld

    "the doctor say that was something from the sheets ,that they dont clean it well , im very mad with this hostel." source Hostelworld

    "The whole place is clean, sheets, a towel and pillows are provided. All good quality and clean." source Hostelworld

    "Some floors are currently being refurbished, fairly clean, except for run down toliet/showers." source Hostelworld

  • Service: Rating of 3.8 out of 5

    "Service at front desk was pretty bad (had to wait about 20 minutes to check in)." source Hostelworld

    "Friendly staff, great atmosphere and a good experience." source Hostelworld

    "The hostel is definitely too large for the services provided." source Hostelworld

    "Pay as you go service was also broken most days." source Hostelworld

  • Location: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "Very close to the 103rd st subway stop and the uptown part of central park, so very convenient although i spent much more time downtown than uptown." source Hostelworld

    "Location is fantastic - just one block to the #1 subway line, and didn\'t feel unsafe outside the building (though I\'d never walk alone)." source Hostelworld

    "The neighborhood is sketchy at night. But the Hostel is located away from other tourists, and also very close to Central Park." source Hostelworld

    "okay hostel, nice communal area downstairs and lots going on, but the lifts didn\'t work and communal bathrooms were so-so." source Hostelworld

    "Absolutely loved my stay at the hostel, was a bit apprehensive about the location but this was ill founded." source Hostelworld

  • Value

    "They can't hold so many bags in a room and lockers pre check in cost $5." source Hostelworld

    "The HI New York was great value for money, and I enjoyed my stay." source Hostelworld

    "In all I like it, for this price in Manhatten." source Hostelworld

    "overall the best value for the money in NY." source Hostelworld

  • Room

    "the elevator was broken we had to pay every time we wished to open and re-lock the locker when it stated unlimited access during the rented time period we booked a room of 8 and ended up in a room of 12 the bathrooms are very dirty and had massive gaps in them so there was hardly any privacy the computers kept shutting down and requesting more money all up it definitely doesn't deserve its current rating on hostel world website." source Hostelworld

    "There was a mouse in my room. A girl in my room changed the room because there was a mouse in her previous room." source Hostelworld

More information on Hostelling International New York

Hostelling International (HI) is the leading provider and first choice for hostel stays around the world. HI-New York is renowned as the city�s premier hostel. We�re the best of both worlds. Being the largest hostel in NYC, we offer a wide range of cool amenities and services to ensure that you have a very comfortable and fun stay with us. But our size doesn�t keep us from providing the personal touches and a warm, friendly atmosphere that will make you feel very at home. In fact, we�re famous for our hospitality! We�re truly NY�s international traveler�s hub. Because our location and organizational values to promote international exchange are the perfect mix for bringing people together, and giving them easy access to the best that a great city like NY has to offer. Easily the best value for money in NY, we also provide all kinds of guest discounts on site to help make your travel budget go farther. Enjoy a great start to your morning with many inexpensive breakfast options at our main level caf� or catch-up on your emails at the internet suite next door. Or, just hang-out in one of our many common areas or lounge spaces, including our beautiful back patio and garden � the largest private green space in all Manhattan! HI-NY location is ideal for really exploring the city. We�re only 1 block from Broadway Avenue and a main subway line, and only 3 blocks from glorious Central Park in the opposite direct. From our location you can reach any major attraction in Manhattan easily, quickly and cheaply by subway or bus. In many cases you can even go by foot with nearby shops, restaurants and key sites like the Museum Mile (including the Metropolitan Art, Whitney, Guggenheim, Cooper-Hewitt, Frick, NY City and Natural History), Central Park Zoo, Strawberry Fields, St. John the Divine Cathedral, Columbia University, General Grant's Tomb, the Fireman's Memorial, the famous �Tom's Restaurant� featured on Seinfeld and much more. Want some company or a real local perspective? Join small group outings from the hostel that are lead by neighborhood volunteers, who will really show you around New York!Hostelling International-NY offers:-Clean, comfortable, spacious rooms -Free linens, towels, and housekeeping service-Fully air conditioned rooms -Free in-room lockers -1 block from 1 subway line-Internet access available-Free Wireless service -NY movies shown in our cozy TV room -Self-service laundry facilities -Self-service kitchen w/utensils - (Temporarily under renovation)-Game room w/pool table -Latest Play Station 2 games -European-style caf�-Exciting NYC tours (many free!) -24-hour security -Outdoor Patio and garden space-Outdoor Terrace -Friendly, helpful staff -Lots of FUN and Great guests like YOU!Note: All guests under 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or chaperone for Group visits. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate any minor traveling without an adult.Check in at 4pmMembership:Hostelling International USA is a membership organization. While purchasing a membership is recommended, it is not required: all non-members will be subject to a small fee.

Directions

Located on Manhattan's Upper West Side at Amsterdam and 103rd, take subway #1 train(Broadway local) to the 103rd St. stop, walk 1 block east on 103rd.

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