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HI NYC Hostel

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HI NYC Hostel, 891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York City, NY -(888) 420-1657
Area: Morningside Heights
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4.15
HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4.15 out of 5 (2241 Ratings)
0.5 miles Symphony Space
v3 mins driving
t10 mins walking
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The Spotlight on HI NYC Hostel

Social, Budget-Friendly Vibe in Uptown NYC

Located just one block from Broadway and a quick 10-minute stroll to Central Park, HI NYC Hostel offers an energetic, community-focused atmosphere in the heart of Manhattan’s Upper West Side. With free Wi-Fi, a movie lounge, and a spacious outdoor patio, this hostel is a go-to for travelers looking to meet people and explore the city on a budget. Dorm-style rooms with shared bathrooms keep things simple, while perks like towels, linens, and daily housekeeping add comfort.

Why Concert-goers love it

Concert fans love this hostel’s easy subway access—the 103rd Street Station is just two minutes away, getting you to Times Square and major venues in under 20 minutes. After a night out, return to a quiet residential neighborhood that offers a peaceful place to recharge. With late-night events and a social vibe in-house, you don’t even have to leave the property to keep the night going.

Who this Hotel is great for

  • Groups of friends who want a fun, shared space at a great price
  • Solo travelers catching a dream concert and looking to meet new people
  • Couples combining music and sightseeing in NYC
  • Fans needing a calm, affordable spot to unwind after the show
  • Budget-conscious music lovers who prefer to spend on tickets, not rooms

Food and Drink Options

While there’s no on-site restaurant, HI NYC Hostel offers a large communal kitchen perfect for late-night cooking or pre-concert meals. A café on-site serves snacks and beverages, and you’re within walking distance of plenty of casual eateries and corner delis. Guests especially love the flexibility to cook and eat on your own schedule.

Nightlife Options

The hostel hosts its own comedy nights, pub crawls, and variety shows—a great way to keep the energy going after a concert. If you're up for more, bars and lounges along Amsterdam Avenue and nearby Harlem offer a taste of local nightlife within walking distance.

What People Say

Travelers rave about the clean facilities, helpful staff, and vibrant social atmosphere. Many mention how easy it is to meet fellow music lovers and travelers. The location also gets high marks for being both safe and well-connected by public transit.

Areas for Improvement

If you’re expecting hotel-style luxury, this isn’t it. Rooms are dorm-style and bathrooms are shared, so privacy is minimal. Some guests have noted occasional noise from common areas, but earplugs usually do the trick.

The Bottom Line

If you're looking for a social, affordable place to crash after a concert in NYC, HI NYC Hostel hits all the right notes.
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Free Internet
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
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Non Smoking
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Accessible
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Garden
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Air Conditioning
` Bar
` 24-Hour Front Desk
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Elevator
` Coffee shop
` Hair dryer
` Children's playground
` shared bathroom
` Heating
` Shared kitchen
` Adult only
` Wheelchair accessible
` vending machine
` kitchenware
` clothes dryer
` 24-hour security
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Game Room
` Kitchen
` Off-Site parking
` Restaurant(s)
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` French
` Polish
` Portuguese
` Spanish
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Parking Available
` taxi service
` yoga room
` Linens
` Air Purifier
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` Access to health care professionals
` Hygiene certification
` Staff trained in safety protocol
` Temperature check for guests and staff
` Free face masks
` Contactless check-in/out
` Food delivery
` balcony/terrace
` ATM or cash withdraw on site
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Entertainment services
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Ironing amenities
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Safety chain and/or latch on doors available
` Separate shower/bathtub
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Individually-wrapped food options
` Air conditioning in public area
` Heating in public area
` Outdoor recreational features
` Cleaning products available
` Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
` Bicycle rental (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)
` Xerox/fax in business center

HI NYC Hostel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4.15 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Vitor Thu, 26 June 2025

Superb

Liked: The location is really good! The space is clean and modern, i had a good experience with my friends.
Disliked: First night the room was very hot, but it was fixed right away.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Kirit Thu, 26 June 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Cindy Thu, 26 June 2025

Exceptional

Liked: I enyoed my stay there, I definitely recomended it.
Disliked: I would return because I liked everything in general.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Gabriel Thu, 26 June 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Douglas Wed, 25 June 2025

Exceptional

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Michael Wed, 25 June 2025

Attention and service can be...

Liked: The location is very good
Disliked: Very few bathrooms for so many people. It was always time to line up

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Shahzad Wed, 25 June 2025

Very good

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Stacey Wed, 25 June 2025

Superb

Liked: The hostel has improved every time I stay, this time with a self-serve snack bar in the lobby, perfect to stock up for a day of sightseeing. Close to whole foods and TJ Maxx, easy to get to the subway and a bus to LGA. I stayed in a newer/renovated room this time, loved the curtains on bunks!
Disliked: The only downside was our AC wasn’t working and it was stifling in the room! Hopefully fixed for the summer…

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Zeroual Tue, 24 June 2025

Exceptional

Liked: HOSPITALITY

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Vijaya Tue, 24 June 2025

Best experience

Liked: very convenient location. Very hygienycally maintained.

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HI NYC Hostel 891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York City, NY