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HI New York City Hostel

4.4starstarstarstarstar(500+)
Average
location_on891 Amsterdam Ave, New York, New York, 10025

What Guests Say

friendly staff (302)clean bathrooms (68)comfortable beds (53)
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Score: 42/100

Average value — pricing aligns with market expectations.

Guest Reviews

Emil Forsbergstarstarstarstarstar2026-02-05T23:30:11

"I stayed for 8 nights and the best thing about this place is the staff members. Absolutely on point with providing a positive and helpful attitude and service to make sure we are comfortable and satisfied while staying. Locker and storage space is available for all your precious belongings and the l"

Joseph kunzstarstarstarstarstar2025-12-18T20:20:19

"Amazing Hostel! One of the best in the world and I have to call out the bar! Fun, friendly, and affordable bar on the Upper West Side. Drinks are only $6, about half the price of most bars in the area. The bartender, Jesse, is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and you can really tell she has put h"

Paola Molinastarstarstarstarstar2026-01-16T05:07:36

"It's my favorite place to stay every time I go to New York. The location is unbeatable -- clean, spacious, and safe. The bar is a 10/10! I wouldn't recommend staying on the first floor since it's the noisiest, or in rooms with more than 6 beds because they tend to be uncomfortable and have little ai"

Alex H Hermosostarstarstarstarstar2025-12-20T00:04:32

" A Memorable First Hostel Experience My stay at HI New York City Hostel was an incredible and truly memorable experience--especially since it was my very first time staying in a hostel. From the moment I checked in, I felt welcomed and at ease. Chris at the front desk made the check-in process smoot"

Shukran Kaakalstar2026-01-28T03:35:51

"The location is nice for what you pay. Half hour from time Square with public transport. However, the rooms are warmer than Sahara and they dont want to turn of the heater. They can only turn on and of the heating for the whole building. I suggest you find somewhere else to sleep if you want to slee"

About

This landmark hostel in a Victorian-style property on the Upper West Side is a 10-minute walk from Central Park and 13 minutes on foot from Columbia University. Bright dorms feature bunk beds, free Wi-Fi and shared bathrooms. Amenities include a self-catering kitchen, game and TV rooms, and a sunken patio and garden, as well as a cafe bar. There are nightly happy hours and organized nights out. Bike rentals are available.

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Review Keywords

friendly staff (302)showers (227)cafe (214)lockers (173)clean bathrooms (68)patio (62)comfortable beds (53)subway access (52)proximity to the metro (50)pub crawl (23)

Amenities

Free Wi-FiAir-conditionedKid-friendlyRestaurantBarSmoke-free
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Low Dissatisfaction Risk

5% of reviews indicate dissatisfaction — in line with expectations for this category.

Rating Distribution

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1star
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