At HI New York City - Hostel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Central Park and Columbia University. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. .With a stay at this Manhattan hostel, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Metropolitan Museum of Art and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Lincoln Center.
Metropolitan Museum of Art - 19 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
103 St. Station (Broadway) - 3 min walk
New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 4 min drive
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 1 min walk
Picky Barista - 3 min walk
Benny's Lung Sheng Restaurant - 4 min walk
Sal and Carmine Pizza - 4 min walk
Arco Cafe - 1 min walk
About this property
HI New York City - Hostel
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.
1 building
709 guestrooms or units
4 levels
Deli
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Pool or billiards table
Terrace
Garden
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
ATM
Lift
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Coffee shop
HI New York City - Hostel offers 709 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. This New York hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
You need to know
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy. A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in. Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
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
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at HI New York City - Hostel?
HI New York City - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at HI New York City - Hostel?
No, HI New York City - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at HI New York City - Hostel?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at HI New York City - Hostel?
No, only service animals are allowed.
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.