New York Hostels

During my week-long stay at Hi New York hostel from December 14th to 21st, I found the overall experience to be quite enjoyable. The check-in process was seamless, thanks to the ever-present front desk staff who were helpful and efficient, ensuring a smooth start to my stay The proximity of the canteen and cafeteria next to the reception area added to the convenience. The cafeteria offered a delightful selection of freshly baked goods and various beverages, making it a pleasant spot to unwind. While I explored nearby Bodegas for budget-friendly groceries, the hostel's public kitchen became my go-to for preparing breakfast and dinner. Although the communal kitchen occasionally suffered from post-use neglect, the dedicated hostel staff ensured it remained clean and well-equipped. The cleanliness of the shared facilities extended to the toilets, which were consistently well-maintained and stocked with amenities. This attention to hygiene contributed significantly to a positive overall experience. Despite booking a bed in a 12-bed room, I was pleasantly surprised by the spaciousness and the daily cleaning routine carried out by the diligent hostel staff. Adding to the positive experience, the Hi New York hostel's location proved to be exceptionally convenient for exploring major destinations. The hostel's close proximity to a subway station, just a 2-minute walk away, made traveling around the city a breeze. This accessibility enhanced the overall convenience of my stay, allowing me to easily reach and explore various attractions without any hassle. The strategic location near the subway station was undoubtedly a valuable asset for anyone looking to make the most of their time in the city. In essence, Hi New York hostel provided a comfortable and budget-friendly accommodation option with its friendly staff, convenient amenities, and well-maintained communal spaces. My stay was marked by a harmonious balance of affordability and quality service.

The West Side YMCA is definitely a no frills place to stay, but the location is excellent. You're right next to Central Park and Columbus Circle. Times Square is an easy walk south. We stayed in 2 different rooms. The first had a bunk bed and was quite small, but the bed was comfy and the room was clean. It also had a small TV and fridge. We had a semi-private bathroom, which was down the hall. This meant we had to scan our key on one of the bathroom doors to get in, but once inside we had privacy while we got cleaned up. The bathrooms were kept clean and tidy. We were able to upgrade the second half of our stay to a room with a larger bed and an in room bathroom. Again, this hotel is no frills. It can be rough around the edges, but it's clean and comfortable at the end of a long day of sightseeing. We did not have time to take advantage of the gym, the pool, the sauna, and stuff like that, but they looked nice. I'd recommend the West Side YMCA. If you're visiting NYC, you should be out doing stuff, not sitting around the room. It was everything we needed it to be.

Blink and you'll miss it, but the Jazz Columbus Circle is right there near 56th and 8th, between the LenWich and Wendy's. There's no branding or signage on the door or even the front desk but, trust me, it's there and you're at the right place. Pack a towel. New health measures mean they don't provide those anymore. They make coffee in the mornings, but the equipment isn't maintained well, and there's always a supply of bagels, but there's no way to know how long those have been there. If you bring home a doggy bag from your dinner out, you can store it in the communal fridge but there's no way to heat your leftovers back up as the microwave is out of order. Need a glass of water in the middle of the night? The fridge dispenses filtered water. You'll just be waiting a while, though, as it dispenses it at an extremely slow trickle. An extremely slow trickle was also how the sink worked in my dorm's bathroom. More water leaked onto the floor than flowed into the sink for the simple task of washing my hands. At least there were no issues with the shower. As for the toilet, the handle was loose and needed to be pulled carefully and securely each time. In the bedroom, you're provided a place for your head, a couple hooks for your things and a small locker. Bring a lock, unless you didn't pack any valuables and believe wholeheartedly in the honor system. It's winter and the AC is still in the window, but the draft won't affect you as the heat works exceptionally well. What doesn't work well is the hostel's WiFi. The city's is faster and easier to connect to. At the end of the day, it's an inexpensive stay at a youth hostel a couple blocks from Columbus Circle proper. You get what you pay for.

Well located in Upper West Side, close to Central Park and to the 87th subway station of line 1.

CATASTROPHE ! L'hôtel refuse de répondre à ma demande de remboursement à l'amiable après avoir découvert qu'il y avait des punaises de lit dans l'établissement et que je cite ces derniers ”ne peuvent me garantir que la problématique est réglée”. Je vous conjure de bien vouloir trouver un arrangement, en raison de mes problématiques de santé !!! Il est encore temps de trouver une solution respectueuse des différentes parties prenantes, vous ne pouvez mettre des chambres infestées à disposition du public !!!

I booked a room at the last minute after my flight was cancelled, and was so impressed with everything about The Local. They were so helpful and accomodating, from my initial phone call, to letting me check in early when a room became available, to booking a cab to the airport early in the morning, at their discounted rate. The Local is situated near the iconic Gantry Park, and is walking distance from shops and sights. The rooms are well designed and super clean, and the lobby has everything a traveller needs, from computers, printer, charging area to a bar area, comfy couches, local art...and my favourite: a roof top lounge area with views of the NY skyline and Queensborough Bridge. I highly recommend staying here!

Only two streets from Pensilvania Station, the location is really good! It’s just that the hotel is really too small, each room is only as big as a public restroom, and all the rooms are separated like a public restroom (I think this is why the cabin is called). There is no cap on the room, just a few wooden strips. Breathable, all rooms have no windows, all are breathable through the top (as if it is a public toilet), the exhaust system is not good, the smell is very strong, and staying for a long time will be disgusting and unbearable. The environment is dark, because the sound insulation effect is really bad. The landlord stipulates the ban on 9:00-21:00. One night, at 10 o'clock in the evening, a foreigner was still on the phone. Many people secretly complained, and the landlord came over and shouted! Also, the landlord believes in Buddhism, only vegetarian, and does not allow tenants to bring leeks into the market. On the first day, I bought a packet of instant noodles in the 7-11 store downstairs. I wanted to find him to heat the water. As a result, he looked unhappy and finally pointed to the beef soup on the box and told me that there was hot water in 7-11. . The advantage is that the rent is really cheap, if you live for many days you can also find the landlord to cut the price. Not far from there, there is a holiday inn that is three to four times more expensive. There are many tables and chairs at the door for free use. If you want to save money, you can go to 7-11 to buy instant noodles (about 2.59$) and add it at the counter inside the store. Hot water, then take it to the entrance of holiday inn and eat slowly, eat more than sitting in the subway! Oh, yes, this hotel has a free breakfast, bread, milk, biscuits, oatmeal, coffee, boiling water, and lots of fruit. This is really good, at least it can save you a breakfast fee of more than ten dollars!

I have a mission to write this review! I am sending my biggest ever love to this hostel and staffs. I had my passport stolen in a cafe in Brooklyn. Yes, my passport with visa was stolen. I was groggy and in agony, but without the help of the Moore Hostel's staffs, I would not have been able to get up. They rented me $10 and a metro card that included the fare for the subway to Manhattan for I go to the Japanese counsel. I went back to the hostel to return the money and the card, which was my real pleasure. The Moore hostel is remembered with tragedy, but also with the impossibly kind staffs. The staffs enabled me to keep loving New York. New York! It's a beautiful city. It is a painful city. But I keep loving it. I will never forget the summer in 2021 and this hostel. May you be with nothing but wonderful memories, not tragedies. with the best love ever. Tep

This was a horrible stay. With the AC on full blast I awoke at 2am drenched in sweat and the temp 85. This was on a chilly Nov night. The radiator heat was boiling. The curtains were touching the boiling radiator and I feared they would burn or catch fire. I tried calling and emailing with no response. I was unable to fall back asleep. I had to get ready the following day while dripping with sweat. Someone finally answered my calls around 11:30am. And said they would fix it. The day was quite warm for November and the room took forever to cool back down. I left for the day and when I returned it had cooled down enough to get some rest. Went out the next day and when I returned at midnight again 85 degrees. I just started crying. I tried calling again no response. While sweating I called my airline and ended up leaving the hostel at 2:30am and forfeiting my last sight seeing day in the city to get an early flight out bc I just couldn’t not tolerate 1 more minute in that heat. Since that stay I have called and emailed relentlessly asking for a refund of at least 2 night stay and have gotten NO response whatsoever. I am going to have to resort to contacting my credit card company which I have never done before. Please do your self a favor and DO NOT put yourself through the misery of a sauna from hell with absolutely no way to contact anyone affiliated with the hotel in case of emergency. And do not expect any customer service if there are any issues with your stay. With all the added fees, I could have stayed at the New Yorker right around the corner for the same price. Lesson learned.