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Reviews of HI New York City Hostel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

891 Amsterdam Avenue, Upper West Side, New York, NY 10025, United States of America

#153 of 414 hotels in New York

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 6610 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    9.0
    Recommend for inexpensive solo travel option
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I slept in a dorm of 8. Compared to the dorm of 12, the size was comparatively smaller for obvious reasons but the smell of feet and sweat was more pronounced (because everyone takes off their shoes when they go to sleep). I eventually got used to the smell, but it was really bad the first night. Having allergies wasnt so bad since I was congested. Aside from the smell (could be a case by case), everything else was fine. White noise from the heater was okay too (but I knew that from the previous stay). Next time, I'll bring a can of febreeze or one of those plug-in fragrances. If I had to choose, I'd pick the 12 person room over the 8 person room, for space.

    Been here before. Facilities and atmosphere are nice. Compared to the 12 man room, the 8 man room had blinds for each bunk to prevent light coming from the exit from hitting each person's bed. This was a good upgrade from 12 to 8 person room. I'd still recommend as a solo traveler just because of the location next to the subways. You can practically go anywhere. Staff were kind.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    9.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All showers were cold...ran water 5 min and was still cold in shower.

    Newly renovated rooms with bed curtain

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2024

    8.0
    Good value for money, will definitely stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My floor (1) had a lot of what looked like trash bags in the hallways.

    Even though there were a lot of people staying at the hostel, it was surprisingly quiet and ordered. Even at 8am at the showers.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    9.0
    Functional hostel for a short stay in Manhattan.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night

    People in room were a little noisy, and were coming and going throughout the night.

    Great location for the price.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 21, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Water pressure in shower and long waiting for hot water

    Amazing location, friendly people

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    8.0
    Worth the stay while in NYC
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in All-Gender 12-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The front desk staff are not that friendly. They didn't open the door even though I rang the bell. Another traveler had to open it for me.

    I’d arrived before check in time and they provided a place to leave my luggage. The Hostel delivers as promised and has an incredible location, close to the metro station.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some people are very loud and messy, but completely expected when staying in a hostel.

    Location, personnel, place was very nice and safe for anyone. Everything you would ever need is right next to you. Has a laundry room also. Kitchen is fully stacked and clean. :)

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    8.0
    It’s fairly good nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 10-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No

    The setting soft tender cozy

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only thing was that the women’s shower wasn’t working (hot water) on the second floor, but other than that was all good!

    It’s pretty clean and organized

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Awkward roommate

    The environment

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The towels are mostly dirty and during the nights the air purifier somehow got turned off and the room had a really bad smell.

    The location is really good, easy to access the subway. Beds are quite comfortable and lockers are spacious enough. Also the events and tours provided by the hostel were free of charge and really enjoyable, made a lot of friends.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 12-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    How easy was. People very friendly and everything close to the building

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was dirty, smelled not good

    Location, events they had

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was great with good food

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money, I would come again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hot showers were a problem, not enough hot water provision. Fridges we’re over full, I found stuff in there from December 2023 so they don’t get cleaned out regularly and stuff is taking up space that shouldn’t be in there. Other than that I liked it here.

    Close to transport, quiet area, clean, entertainment area and bar

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn’t have Wi-Fi in my room

    Close to the metro station Safe location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2024

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Woman bathroom only had 2 showers working properly with hot water, which could be a big issue if there was not the all genders restrooms. The room was could, but they would provide more blankets if requested

    Location is excellent. The rooms are ok and the staff is very friendly

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    8.0
    Staying at that hostel enabled me to fully experience New York for the first time..
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fact that there were closets without a lock and it wasn't written on the website. Also, I had to pay for a lock if I wanted one.

    The fact that the hostel is a step away from the subway. My roommates were a good company. I couls get a fresh towel whenever I wanted. Beds and toilets were very clean. Shoutouts to the roomkeepers!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lighting in the bedroom rather weak and dim. Facilities are quite old. I’d hope there’s curtain over bedside, would do much good for privacy and personal space.

    Convenient location. Great staff, warm hospitality. Clean bathroom.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night

    the aircon in the room was really loud, I could hardly sleep

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay, will be back if and when in NYC.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I stayed here at 2 different occasions, the first time was perfect, the room had an air purifier and good air conditioning (it was a warm February) but the second time it was a bit warm inside and the room smelled a bit sweaty.

    Considering it is the cheapest accommodation available in probably entire NYC, it's actually pretty good. I found it perfectly adequate to stay for a few days. The rooms were quiet, all general facilities were available, the staff was nice and the place was clean. It also has a very convenient location, in a nice neighborhood and close to a subway station.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights

    showers

    location

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 10-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Windows in rooms cannot be open, which is very inconvenient if 10 people sleep there. Instead, there is a rather old air conditioning machine. Unfortunately, the week-long stay ended with a throat infection for me because of this :(

    Very good location close to the subway, clean and well-kept bathrooms, plenty of space in the shower, comfortable beds, nice cafeteria with a wide selection of food.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 7, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was a bit chilling. Had to wear a light jacket to bed. The blanket was a bit light.

    The staff was friendly and knowledgeable

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Simple addition like curtains for each bed would allow privacy and comfort

    Prime location, very close to the subway

    Stayed in March 2024

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