Normally, when I visit New York City, I drive down to one of the suburban New Jersey towns, stay at a hotel and commute in. This time out, I decided to use some frequent flyer points to fly down and stay at the Hostelling International hostel, the first time I used a HI membership. So, what can I say? Commuting:... More

Overall I can't say I really disliked this place overall, but it was a great disappointment in light of the rave reviews and and overall reputation of Hostelling International (I also stayed in other HI hostels in the US which were better). First of all, the location seems good at first, but it's actually one of the worst hostel locations... More

I stayed here last summer and it was not only easy but also fun, there are a lot of activities which is very useful in cases like mine "I always travel alone" it's location is the best, I highly recommend you to go to the river side park (just 3 blocks from the hostel) beautiful place.

Before I left for NY, I tried to find a No. 1 hostel which with good price, convenient place with safe & soft bed. When I arrived there, I think it is a correct choice and try to have a good sleep. However, I cannot believe there has such a big surprise gift for me. After 12 am, someone came... More

I stayed in the hostel back in 2011, it was my first time in New York. After travelling for almost a day and half I was really tired and just wanted a good night sleep. The hostel is situated on 103rd street close to Central Park with a subway close by. I thought the hostel was very clean and provided... More

As far as hostels go, it was what I was expecting. Nothing special about the amenities but the building was close to food options and transportation. Rooms had good sized lockers, bathrooms were clean, no complaints here.

This place is in a very good location - one block from the red 1 train that takes you straight to times square and only a short walk to the upper west side of Central Park and other train lines. I stayed in a 12 bed women's dorm and had no troubles. The beds have individual lights (so you aren't... More

I stayed here for over a week with a few friends while we visited New York. It's a decent hostel but I have to say I feel like it could be so much more. It's in a pretty decent location, not fantastic, not terrible - within a couple minutes walk of a train station and surrounded by places to eat... More

Compared with other hostels throughout America, this one is pricy, but being on Manhattan Island, it is understandable. The front of house staff were very friendly and informative, providing maps etc. This place is huge and has great kitchen facilities, computers, free wifi, cafe, movie theatre etc. It is located midway up Central Park on the upper West Side. It... More