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Featured Hostels in New York

West Side YMCA
2 out of 5
5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY
Free cancellation
SG$105
per night
Jan 15 - Jan 16

Located in Manhattan, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Central Park, Lincoln Center and Metropolitan Opera House. Columbus Circle and Juilliard School ...

3.4/5 (2,007 reviews)

"Room was cozy and warm. It felt great to sleep in."…"

Reviewed on 26 Dec,2019

West Side YMCA
Vanderbilt YMCA
2 out of 5
224 East 47th Street, New York, NY
Free cancellation
SG$88
per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7

Located in Midtown, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of United Nations Headquarters, Chrysler Building and Grand Central Terminal. St. Patrick's Cathedral ...

3.4/5 (1,904 reviews)

"We were pleasantly surprised by the Y. Great place to stay for the price. This is a great place for young people, friends or families on a tight budget. Safe, clean, great amenities."…"

Reviewed on 21 Dec,2019

Vanderbilt YMCA
HI New York City
2 out of 5
891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY
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Located in Upper West Side, this eco-friendly hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Central Park and Columbia University. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Apollo ...

4.2/5Very Good! (623 reviews)

"Food in the local cafeteria was very good, it’s employees were approachable and polite."…"

Reviewed on 24 Dec,2019

HI New York City
International Students Residence
1.5 out of 5
341 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY
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Located in Williamsburg, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Brooklyn Bridge Park, Barclays Center Brooklyn and Brooklyn Bridge. Prospect Park and New York ...

3.1/5 (483 reviews)

"I had requested a lower bunk due to health reasons and not being able to climb up on a top bunk and they accommodated me with no problem check in and out was smooth! Definitely will stay again. This was my second time already."…"

Reviewed on 16 Dec,2019

International Students Residence
Bowery Grand Hotel
1 out of 5
143 Bowery, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
SG$69
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6

Located in Bowery, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of New York University, 5th Avenue and Washington Square Park. Federal Reserve Bank of New York and Wall ...

2.1/5 (867 reviews)

"Close to manhatton ,immaculate , friendly staff ,safe and good rates . I have great respect for this place."…"

Reviewed on 8 Dec,2019

Bowery Grand Hotel
Harlem YMCA
2 out of 5
180 West 135th Street, New York, NY
Free cancellation
SG$93
per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7

Located in Harlem, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Apollo Theater, Columbia University and Central Park. Yankee Stadium and New York Presbyterian Hospital ...

3.2/5 (371 reviews)

"Didn’t like that you had to ask for towels instead of providing them automatically. Also had some problems with the TV, but no biggie since I didn’t spend much time in the room anyways. Other than that, it’s really not bad at all."…"

Reviewed on 6 Dec,2019

Harlem YMCA
The Local
2 out of 5
13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
SG$161
per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3

Located in Queens, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Roosevelt Island, United Nations Headquarters and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. 5th Avenue ...

4.3/5Excellent! (498 reviews)

"Great location, bar open until 2am, one metro stop from Manhattan. Area is a bit industrial"…"

Reviewed on 18 Dec,2019

The Local
The Bowery House by OYO
2 out of 5
220 Bowery, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
SG$92
per night
Jan 12 - Jan 13

Located in Bowery, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of New York University, 5th Avenue and Washington Square Park. Federal Reserve Bank of New York and Brooklyn ...

3.1/5 (946 reviews)

"The Bowery House is a hostel in Lower Manhattan [downtown) and therefore very economical. It is located in an area that was once considered very undesirable but is now becoming popular for may reasons. There is still very visible poverty, drug use, and other social issues (the Bowery Mission is directly ..."…"

Reviewed on 6 Dec,2019

The Bowery House by OYO
Broadway Hotel and Hostel
2 out of 5
230 W 101st St, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
SG$95
per night
Jan 14 - Jan 15

Located in Upper West Side, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Central Park and Columbia University. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Beacon Theater are ...

3.4/5 (1,219 reviews)

"Is Located at a perfect place, the Price was Good, I’ll recomended"…"

Reviewed on 24 Dec,2019

Broadway Hotel and Hostel
Morningside Inn
2 out of 5
235 W 107th St., New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
SG$108
per night
Jan 29 - Jan 30

Located in Upper West Side, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Columbia University and Central Park. Apollo Theater and Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum are ...

2.6/5 (933 reviews)

"Easy location to access from the subways. So many little grocery shops and convenient stores right around the corner. Safe & quiet location. My boyfriend and I had a jam packed weekend and were really just looking for somewhere to sleep. If you’re just wanting a bed-and a safe and convenient place ..."…"

Reviewed on 16 Dec,2019

Morningside Inn
CITY ROOMS NYC - Chelsea
2 out of 5
368 8th Avenue, New York, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
SG$74
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6

Located in Midtown, this hostel is steps away from Fashion Institute of Technology and Madison Square Garden. The High Line Park and 5th Avenue are also within ...

4/5Very Good! (558 reviews)

"This was a great spot near Penn Station. Checking in and checking out were quick. The staff were nice. Bathrooms and restrooms are shared among the floor; although some restrooms have no sink so you would have to use an available sink in the other restrooms. Guests were polite and pretty quiet at ..."…"

Reviewed on 30 Nov,2019

CITY ROOMS NYC - Chelsea
NY Moore Hostel
2 out of 5
179 Moore Street, Brooklyn, NY
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
SG$65
per night
Jan 5 - Jan 6

Located in East Williamsburg, this hostel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Brooklyn Bridge Park, Barclays Center Brooklyn and Prospect Park. New York University ...

3.9/5Very Good! (351 reviews)

"Everyone was very helpful and the guests and staff where very respectful"…"

Reviewed on 12 Dec,2019

NY Moore Hostel
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Other property types in New York

Hotel Pennsylvania
Hotel Pennsylvania
2.5 out of 5
401 7th Ave, New York, NY
SG$73
per night
Jan 9 - Jan 10
2.6/5 (29,170 reviews)

"I like the old style size of rooms and hallways at Penn. The rooms are larger than most affordable hotels so you have space to move around. Bed was very comfortable. This was my second visit and I have not yet been disappointed. Only complaint would be the ‘free breakfast’ ..being you have to walk ..."…"

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2019

Hotel Pennsylvania
The Roosevelt Hotel, New York City
The Roosevelt Hotel, New York City
4 out of 5
45 E 45th Street, New York, NY
SG$113
per night
Jan 3 - Jan 4
3.6/5Good! (28,109 reviews)

"Location is excellent, hotel is very nice and very friendly staff, we will definitely comeback and stay here!"…"

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2019

The Roosevelt Hotel, New York City
YOTEL New York
YOTEL New York
4 out of 5
570 Tenth Avenue, New York, NY
SG$127
per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2
4.2/5Excellent! (15,414 reviews)

"The room is very small for three people. The bunk bed is above the queen bed and is in the way of us getting in and out of the lower bed. The AC in our room was not working well and it was very warm at night. We do like the location of this hotel. I would recommend this hotel if you don’t mind the ..."…"

Reviewed on 28 Dec,2019

YOTEL New York
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What Is a Hostel?

If you're looking for somewhere affordable to stay in New York, one of the 32 hostels here could be a great choice for you. No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodation options all offer the following:

  • Shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms)
  • Budget-friendly prices
  • A social environment

Hostels are a great way to stay in New York for good value, so you can save your budget for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theatres and entertainment venues.

When Is the Best Time to Visit New York?

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons:

  • The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 13° C and night-time temperatures average -3° C
  • April-June: 28° C is the daytime average and 5° C is the night-time average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 29° C and night-time averages are around 13° C
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 21° C during the day and -2° C at night
  • Average rainfall is 1269 inches in a year

What Can I Do in New York?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy these places:

Top Sights
  • Times Square
  • Broadway
  • New York Public Library
Natural Features
  • Central Park
  • Battery Park
  • Brooklyn Botanic Gardens
Cultural Attractions
  • Ellis Island Immigration Museum
  • Brooklyn Museum
  • Radio City Music Hall

Generally, New York is known for its:

  • Theatre
  • Entertainment
  • Skyscrapers
  • Museums
  • Art
  • Opera
  • Architecture
  • Parks

How to Get to New York and Around the Area

You'll find the nearest airport in New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia), located 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you may want to make use of public transport. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Times Sq. - 42 St. Station, 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station and 49th St. Station. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at New York W 32nd St. Station, New York Grand Central Terminal Station or New York Penn Station.