{"id":20,"date":"2018-11-07T16:27:28","date_gmt":"2018-11-07T16:27:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?p=146972"},"modified":"2018-11-07T16:27:28","modified_gmt":"2018-11-07T16:27:28","slug":"my-15-favorite-hostels-in-new-york-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourfunjourney.com\/index.php\/2018\/11\/07\/my-15-favorite-hostels-in-new-york-city\/","title":{"rendered":"My 15 Favorite Hostels in New York City"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nPosted:<\/strong> 11\/7\/2018 | November 7th, 2018<\/p>\n

New York City<\/a> my be the city that never sleeps but it’s definitely hard to find a (cheap) place to sleep here. <\/p>\n

Accommodation in NYC is not cheap – and it\u2019s often hard to find deals. <\/p>\n

That\u2019s (in part) by design. <\/p>\n

There used to be a lot of hostels in NYC, but the hotel lobby got the city to use an old law meant to block tenements that limited the number of people that could stay in a single room. This effectively shut down most of the hostels in the city, except for a few that were grandfathered in. <\/p>\n

Now, you’re only going to find a few hostels in New York City.<\/p>\n

Demand outstrips supply. <\/p>\n

Even though there aren’t hundreds of hostels to choose from, there is enough to make a “best hostels in NYC” post so you know which of the hostels in the city are worth staying at as there are a few that are really terrible and to be avoided.<\/p>\n

So, without further ado, here you are…<\/p>\n

Best Hostels in New York City<\/h2>\n

1. Q4 Hotel<\/h3>\n

\"Q4
\nQ4 Hotel is a recently renovated hotel\/hostel property with pretty basic rooms, but the beds are comfy and there’s plenty of light. The common room has a pool table and table tennis, and there’s a small kitchen for cooking. Located in Queens, this hostels is a great launching pad to exploring one of the best food neighborhoods in the city! It’s a stone’s throw from the Queens Plaza station, where you can take the E line into Manhattan.<\/p>\n

Dorm beds from $34. Private rooms from $120. <\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014-> Book your stay at Q4 Hotel!<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Broadway Hotel n’ Hostel<\/h3>\n

\"Broadway
\nThis hotel\/hostel is close to Central Park. The dorm rooms are small and a bit cramped but the showers have great water pressure (and you can’t go wrong with that). It’s a nice place to just hang out – the hostel screens movies daily, there’s a library (with a cozy fireplace), a lounge with a Nintendo Wii system, and a kitchen. If you’re looking for a comfortable place in a more relaxed environment, this is one of the better hostels to stay in the city.<\/p>\n

Beds from $45. Private rooms from $90.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014-> Book your stay at Broadway Hotel n Hostel!<\/a><\/p>\n

3. The Local NYC<\/h3>\n

\"The
\nThis hostel is known for having one of the friendliest staffs in town. They really make it their mission to get people socializing, and you’ll find the common area is regularly used for hosting events, screening movies, or showcasing artwork. There’s also a roof terrace overlooking NYC’s skyline, and a great bar with cocktails (the bartenders are generous pourers). The rooms are clean and comfortable too!<\/p>\n

Beds from $45.49. Private rooms available, from $99.<\/em> <\/p>\n

\u2014-> Book your stay at The Local NYC!<\/a><\/p>\n

4. NY Moore Hostel<\/h3>\n

\"NY
\nLocated in the trendy hipster neighborhood of East Williamsburg, this hostel has a central location as well as a host of nice amenities, including free street parking (which is rare in NYC). I love how this hostel is covered in artwork and graffiti. It makes it extremely beautiful. The beds are average but it’s a cozy hostel to stay at. <\/p>\n


\nDorm beds from $48 (winter), $58 (summer). Private rooms also available.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014-> Book your stay at NY Moore Hostel!<\/a><\/p>\n

5. Chelsea International Hostel<\/h3>\n

\"Chelsea
\nThis is one of the largest (and most centrally located!) hostels in the city. One of the city’s first hostels, it has an outdoor courtyard, a dining area, and two kitchens. As an added bonus, all the dorms are single beds so no top bunks here! Breakfast is included, and there\u2019s a free pizza party on Wednesdays. <\/p>\n

Beds from $50. Private rooms also available.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014-> Book your stay at Chelsea International Hostel!<\/a><\/p>\n

6. Blue Moon Hotel NYC<\/h3>\n

\"Blue
\nBlue Moon has an awesome location in the trendy Lower East Side neighborhood full of bars, restaurants and shops. It\u2019s a good, basic place to sleep, but there\u2019s no common area or communal kitchen, so don\u2019t expect to make a lot of friends and socialize here. <\/p>\n

Beds from $52.25.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014-> Book your stay at Blue Moon Hotel NYC!<\/a><\/p>\n

7. HI New York City Hostel<\/h3>\n

\"HI
\nThis is one of the biggest and most popular hostels in the city. Located on the Upper West Side, there is a ton of space, an outdoor patio, free Wi-Fi, events, activities, and a huge kitchen. Lots of school groups and families stay here, too. They also hosts comedy, improv, and variety shows in the theater room. It’s the best hostel in the city. <\/p>\n

Beds from $55. <\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014-> Book your stay at HI New York City Hostel!<\/a><\/p>\n

8. Jazz Hostels<\/h3>\n

\"Jazz
\nThese hostels are my favorite in New York City. They both provide friendly environments, kitchens, and comfy dorms. Both places are popular for solo travelers, so you’ll find it easy to make friends. There are two locations:<\/p>\n