This NYC hostel features a fully equipped common kitchen, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace with skyline views. Guests can enjoy coffee, breakfast, beer, wine and cocktails on site. The Local NY offers dormitory style and private rooms, all with a private bathroom. The rooms are air-conditioned and have linens, towels and locked storage. Guests are welcome to use the on-site laundry facilities. The on-site café bar serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and craft beer. Court Square metro station is 4 minutes’ walk from the hotel. Times square is 8 minutes’ train ride away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kaisa
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The bar downstairs with some pastries, clean, quiet, a lot of space to socialise
  • Giovana
    Brazil Brazil
    The location is outside of Manhattan but in a really nice area, the common areas are great, the facilities were pretty clean for a hostel and the bed is comfortable.
  • Fabiana
    Brazil Brazil
    Hostel is located near the subway, and buses what make your journey around pretty easy. There are also shops and restaurants around. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms have a great size, and beds are comfortable.
  • Simambayeva
    Kazakhstan Kazakhstan
    Cozy rooms and friendly reception, location is super
  • Miette
    Canada Canada
    As a female travelling alone to NY, I felt very safe and welcomed here. Location is nice and quiet - out of the way from Times Square and the 24 hour hustle of Manhattan. Less than a 5 minute stroll to the subway, where the E train takes you...
  • Ewelina
    Poland Poland
    Almost everything. The hostel is connected with cafe has a lot of common areas where you can study, work or hang out. The room was very clean and cozy, everything you need. The kitchen is well equipped. Good location , 1 stop from Manhattan and...
  • Elisabeth
    Brazil Brazil
    location was very good, near to the metro station. The bed was very comfy, and the hostel zone was very calm and safe for solo travellers.
  • Theodora
    Germany Germany
    Clean, location close to subway and Manhattan, spacious cafe/lobby area. One towel provided.
  • Maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The lounge area was nice and spacious. The bed was comfortable and the location was pretty good, close to a variety of stations. Towel is provided. I did not use the cafe/bar but it is convenient. Overall, good for a short stay!
  • Grace
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really easy to get into Manhattan via the subway that was close by. The property was really clean, modern, and there were lots of spaces to relax, as well as socialise. The staff and the bartenders were super friendly. The surrounding area was...

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Local NY
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Stand-up comedy
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Games room

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Reception services

  • Lockers
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Business centre
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

House rules
The Local NY takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 01:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$25 is required on arrival. That's about £18. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

We are not able to host a New York City residents.

Maximum stays :14 days.

Please note: NYC State/City taxes are not included in prices.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Local NY in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of US$25 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Local NY