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New York, United States
1 May — 2 May2
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Travel insights for hostels in New York

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in New York including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

Which New York neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting New York tend to stay in Midtown, where a hostel costs around €145/night. Another popular neighborhood in New York is Upper West Side, which is €73/night on average for a hostel.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in New York?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to New York. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was €79 per night.

Cheapest hostels in New York, NY

Discover affordable stays in New York, NY that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in New York, NY can be found for as low as €86 per night. There is currently one property in New York, NY that can be booked for this price. Gorge View is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in New York, NY. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in New York for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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723 3rd Street, Niagara Falls, NY, United States
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€86
Avg. per night
370 Eighth Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€118
Avg. per night
36 West 106th Street, New York, NY, United States
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€260
Avg. per night

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18 West 56th Street, New York, NY, United States
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€1,007
Avg. per night

Where to stay in New York, NY

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within New York to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
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Facts about staying in New York, NY

Find useful tips and insights about staying in New York to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in New York?

    €84/night is an average price for a hostel in New York throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in April is the most expensive month to book, and in January is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found New York hostels for as low as €39/night. In general, New York hostels for €69 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in New York?

    Based on our data, Gorge View is the best New York hostel, with a rating of 8.1/10 from 996 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Jazz On The Park Hostel is the nearest hostel in New York to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, at a distance of 23.3 km.

  • What area of New York is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood is Manhattan, with 3% of our users looking to stay in New York searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Central Park West Hostel is a popular hostel in Manhattan that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • What is the most popular hostel in New York closest to Manhattan Cruise Terminal?

    The most popular hostel in New York that’s close to Manhattan Cruise Terminal is Jazz On The Park Hostel. Just 4.8 km separate Jazz On The Park Hostel from Manhattan Cruise Terminal, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,500 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Jazz On The Park Hostel a score of 5.7/10.

  • Should I stay in a New York hostel?

    Staying in a New York hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in New York tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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