John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe Du Soleil - 3 min walk
Mama's TOO! - 4 min walk
Broadway Bagel - 4 min walk
Mexican Deli - 3 min walk
Arco Cafe - 1 min walk
About this property
HI New York City - Hostel
Hostel near Central Park
Located close to Columbia University, HI New York City - Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
A 24-hour front desk, barbecue grills, and a billiards/pool table
5 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to public transit
Room features
All 724 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Showers and hair dryers
Communal kitchens, heating, and limited housekeeping
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Elevator
Grab bar in shower
Hand-held showerhead
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
In-room roll-in shower
Low-height bed
Low-height counter and sink
Low-height door lock
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-width doorways
More
1 building
4 floors
Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Laptop-compatible safe
Shared accommodations
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 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
Per property policy, the maximum length of stay per guest is 21 days per calendar year.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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
Gusts under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, parent, guardian or chaperone. Guests under the age of 16 cannot be accommodated in a shared dormitory.
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
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
Is HI New York City - Hostel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at HI New York City - Hostel?
This hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at HI New York City - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at HI New York City - Hostel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is HI New York City - Hostel located?
Located in Manhattan, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Central Park and Columbia University. Lincoln Center and Broadway are also within 3 mi (5 km). 103 St. Station (Broadway) is only a 3-minute walk and 103 St. Station (Central Park West) is 7 minutes.
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HI New York City - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 1005 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1005 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1005 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1005 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1005 reviews
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Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Perfect place to stay in New York
Kunal
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Good stay at a good price!
Brendan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Everything was amazing, quiet and safe!
Andrea
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
Safe and easy to check in and out
Marc
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
A great base for exploring New York. It was clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Deborah
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10
It was amazing!
Kendrell
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
It was really nice!
Eyob
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10
The staff were helpful and willing to answer any questions I had. The facilities were very clean and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place.
VICTOR ALFONSO
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
+
5min away from the subway station
Staff are helpful
Good breakfast option
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A bit unsafe at night
Jael
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Great stuff and great location. Lots of activies and great place to stay
katharina Nanny
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
The best hostel in New York City!!! Very diverse and absolutely friendly.
abed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
It was in a good location. Easy access to subway trains and bus. Area feels safe.
Raul
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Outdoor patio looked very nice.
Marina
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Great location. Different spaces in the building to relax, interact with people or just enjoy. I'll definitely come back.
Deborah
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Easy access to the subway, great staff and facilities
Laura X
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Good place.
Dias
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
quality and affordability
Sheba
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
"Had an incredible experience — I’ll definitely be returning again and again!"
Subhasish
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10
This is a world traveler kind of stay. Location is wonderful. Efforts were made to help with privacy. They need another elevator but this a well functioning hostel.
Jocelyn
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
The location was good near in bus stop and subway. There was some activity.
Jocelyn Myra
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10
Good
Shiva Sunar
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Excellent
Victor Gabriel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
It was a place where you could taste various breads and friendly staff. It was great because it was close to the subway and not too far from Manhattan.
Jeonggon
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Good
Monserrat
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
They were fantastic! The building has lots of security, very safe, it's also one block away from a subway station and a very small walk to central park! I'll definitely visit again!