HI New York City - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Central Park in New York

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk

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891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY, 10025
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Sinai Hospital
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 12-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women´s 12-bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men´s 12-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women´s 10-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men´s 10-Bed Dormitory

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in Men's 14-Bed Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed In Men's 6-Bed Dormitory (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Men's 10-Bed Dormitory (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Women's 10-Bed Dormitory (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In All-Gender 10-Bed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Men's 4-Bed Dormitory (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Women's 4-Bed Dormitory (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Women's 6-Bed Dormitory (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Men's 12-Bed Dormitory (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Women's 12-Bed Dormitory (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In All-Gender 12-Bed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Men's 8-Bed Dormitory (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Women's 8-Bed Dormitory (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In All-Gender 8-Bed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Men's 14-Bed Dormitory (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

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About the area

New York

Manhattan stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Manhattan hostel, you'll find Central Park and Columbia University. Metropolitan Museum of Art and Broadway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Riverside Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Central Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cathedral of St. John the Divine - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Columbia University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mount Sinai Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • 103 St. Station (Broadway) - 3 min walk
  • New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 4 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Du Soleil - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Picky Barista - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bosino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Arco Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HI New York City - Hostel

Hostel near Central Park in New York
There's a snack bar/deli on site. 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
  • 724 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
HI New York City - Hostel offers 724 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • 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.

Property 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 onsite 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 each accommodation.

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.

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

How close is HI New York City - Hostel to the airport?

HI New York City - Hostel is 9.9 mi (33-min drive) away from the LaGuardia Airport (LGA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does HI New York City - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HI New York City - Hostel.

Does HI New York City - Hostel offer free breakfast?

HI New York City - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HI New York City - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Empire City Casino (16-min drive) and Resorts World Casino (25-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at HI New York City - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at HI New York City - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HI New York City - Hostel have a pool?

HI New York City - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HI New York City - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HI New York City - Hostel to downtown New York?

HI New York City - Hostel is 6.3 mi away from New York.

HI New York City - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 822 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1201 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this stay so much. There’s a subway station less than 2 blocks away and it made getting around so much easier. Lots of great food options nearby. Staff was great and super friendly. Very clean (rooms and bathrooms as well as common areas). Will definitely come back here when I come back to New York!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piper

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leticya

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANKIT

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlette

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wewalhi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Armando

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Pranay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alesia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashutosh

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, rooms and amenities. The area is amazing, I'm in love with UWS now
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Leilani

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paige, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Minimal bathrooms/showers for the entire floor and a long walk from your room. Property is dated, but well taken care of. Love the proximity to the subway.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Masud

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

treigh jordan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Deepshikha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a clean property. Pillow and bathing area needs improvement
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaojing

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed for just one day and really enjoyed myself. The room, bathroom, and common areas were very clean, and the staff was courteous throughout my visit. The hostel’s location is excellent—just one block from Broadway, about a 10-minute walk to Central Park, and close to the subway. There are plenty of cafés and restaurants within walking distance, which made exploring the neighborhood easy and fun. I also joined one of their weekly events, which was a great way to meet new friends and make memories, even though the venue was a bit farther away. There was some construction inside the hostel, but it didn’t interfere with my stay at all. I didn’t use the kitchen, but overall, I highly recommend this hostel for anyone looking for a clean, friendly, and well-situated place to stay in uptown New York.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Semen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a beautiful historic building, well kept and in a great area. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025