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HI NYC Hostel, 891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York City, NY -(888) 323-5826
Area: Morningside Heights
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HOTEL RATING: 
VERY GOOD
4.2 out of 5 (2241 Ratings)
0.5 miles Symphony Space
v3 mins driving
t10 mins walking
UBER from $10-11
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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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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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Airport Shuttle
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Pets Allowed
Other Amenities
` Garden
` Meeting/Banquet Facilities
` Air Conditioning
` 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
` Concierge services
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Game Room
` Kitchen
` Off-Site parking
` Restaurant(s)
` Daily Housekeeping
` English
` French
` Polish
` Spanish
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` taxi service
` yoga room
` Linens
` Air Purifier
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Bicycle parking
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` 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
` Sterilizing equipment
` 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
` Air conditioning in public area
` Heating in public area
` Outdoor recreational features
` Cleaning products available
` Bicycle rental (charges may apply)
` Xerox/fax in business center

HI NYC Hostel Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Very Good (4.2 out of 5)

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5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Brooke Sat, 26 July 2025

Exceptional

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Pallabi Sat, 26 July 2025

Very good

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Ana Sat, 26 July 2025

Very good

Liked: Great location with easy access to metro

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Sara Fri, 25 July 2025

Enjoyable, comfortable, and affordable stay...

Liked: This is my favorite place to stay in New York, and not just because of the much more affordable price point. I met people from all over the world and felt like I was part of a community while staying here, which was especially nice as a solo traveler. Beautiful and cozy common areas, great amenities, comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, and great location.
Disliked: Could use more bathrooms, but that’s OK

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Amrita Fri, 25 July 2025

Exceptional

Liked: HI New York City Hostel is located in Manhattan, a walking distance from Central Park. It's quite large - I don't remember how many stories it has but it's either 4-5 stories with a basement area. The premises itself are kept really clean - there are always staff cleaning at all odd hours. There's a cafe on the bottom floor (where check in is) as well as a lounge area. The basement floor has the kitchen and there's a laundry facility on the 2nd floor. The staff were friendly and were able to help me when I had difficulty with the washing and drying machines. Overall it's a good hostel for the price. The room itself is an average hostel room with a bunk bed set up.
Disliked: I don't have any complaints about this hostel.

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Asmaa Fri, 25 July 2025

Very good

2.5

Fair - 2.5 out of 5

Sam Fri, 25 July 2025

Passable

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Marc Fri, 25 July 2025

Superb

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Floreste Thu, 24 July 2025

Very good

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Callum Thu, 24 July 2025

Superb

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