Very nice infrastructure! Good location, and staff very kind

Stayed in November 2023

Location and value for money

Stayed in October 2023

No elevator if you bring big luggage you need to bring it on your own to upstairs

Bed is comfy, the shower little small room but it's ok for just taking shower, sink were too small

Stayed in November 2023

Perhaps there should be less bunk beds in the room because when someone is coming back late it’s a bit difficult to use the en-suite facilities. But I think the receptionist who manages the bed allocations are very conscious of not over-crowding each dorm room. If you are a light sleeper I highly recommend bringing ear plugs & eye mask. (That’s pretty standard for hostel accommodation. :-) )

Great value, clean, handy, close to all amenity & pretty safe neighbourhood, all facilities are super convenient for solo/group backpacker alike. Great ambience in the communal area & lots of workspace for doing digital nomad work. They also provide you a padlock to lock your personal item in the box under the bed. There is kitchen if travellers want to do some simple cooking to save money, and laundry for the backpackers to use if they have been on the road for a long time. Close to Court Sq station which is super easy if you are travelling from JFK.

Stayed in November 2023

It seemed a little removed from Manhattan.

The staff were so friendly and nice, and the communal areas were great for getting to know people. Also loved the work stations and the kitchen.

Stayed in November 2023

There are no planned activities with the guests (pub crawls, walking tours, anything), which is something I really enjoy when staying in hostels. There is a bar but was always almost empty.

Comfortable beds, super clean, nice kitchen. Location is good, very close to a subway station that will get you to all the main points in manhatan in less than 30min. Neighbourhood felt safe.

Stayed in October 2023

I guess it's the new york prices, but still it was quite expensive for a bed in a dormitory with roomates coming in and going out all night and very bad/humid air that was not inviting to stay longer than the couple hours of sleep a night.

Nice atmosphere and mostly clean

Stayed in October 2023

The bunk beds have no privacy curtains and no little shelf to put your phone etc. In heavy rain, the ground floor was getting very wet, water coming in through the drains.

Convenient location and friendly staff, rooms and facilities normal for a hostel.

Stayed in October 2023

Despite some of the staff being very friendly I found some of the other staff a bit indifferent which isn’t very hospitable and nice to feel if your a solo traveller wanting to meet new people and not feel like an alien. I understand work is work and we all have off days etc. but it does make a difference to be accommodating and friendly especially to solo travellers who don’t really know anyone there and may feel out of place. Doesn’t take away from the other staff that were very friendly and accommodating but just worth being aware of if I’m a solo traveller spending a decent amount to stay there. There could be more social activities as well to help people socialise or otherwise it can feel quite lonely. The walls are paper thin so easy to hear other people in neighbouring rooms too and also the price is a bit too high for what your getting I’d say.

I particularly loved the location especially with the rooftop view of the skyline at the top! Rooms were decent and some of the staff were very friendly!

Stayed in October 2023

Sadly, there was no mugs/cups in the pantry. So, I couldn't have tea as i frequently do.

The room was spacious with enough storage for all four occupants. The room was meticulously clean, with fairly new linen. Located right in the center of New York City eased access to all tourist attractions.

Stayed in October 2023

Shower could have been cleaner, locker in the room would be cool

Very chill place, cofortable beds, bar downstairs, stunning rooftop and super close to Manhattan

Stayed in October 2023

No USB in bed, no curtain in bed

Location, service

Stayed in October 2023

Super location, everybody was nice

Stayed in October 2023

Not bad

Stayed in September 2023

The location is superb - only ten minutes away from Hunters Point Park where you can have a nice walk and enjoy the Manhattan skyline. There are also nice coffeeshops and bars around. The hostel has a kitchen where you can leave your food and cook breakfast; they also have a decent bar and a nice looking lounge/coworking zone. And a rooftop which is absolutely amazing! The staff was all super friendly, special kudos to Sandy!

Stayed in October 2023

Location

Stayed in October 2023

The place is very cool, the staff incredibly friendly. I was travelling solo and met great people at the hostel. Also the location is very close to a subway stop from where you can reach easily Manhattan and Brooklin.

Stayed in October 2023

No ledge next to the bed for glasses, charger, etc. There also are not a lot of food options close by that are open late.

Very clean with big underbed lockers and comfortable bedding. Friendly staff. The common area had lots of seating and a large table with multiple power outlets, which was appreciated as I had to work for part of my trip. A quick walk to the E train and an easy 25-min ride to midtown Manhattan.

Stayed in October 2023

They kept my lost passport for pickup even after I had left the hostel. I was very grateful for that.

Stayed in September 2023

A storage for bath stuff would be good ( to storage brushteeth/ toothpaste or shampoo for exemple) but it's fine

Best location and view from the roof on Manhattan

Stayed in September 2023

Great

Stayed in September 2023

Greatest

Stayed in September 2023

It was getting cold in the room during night, but there is a heating fan installed. Walls and doors are thin and you could hear noise very easily. However, we were satisfied staying at the Local NY.

The Local NY is located in a quiet neighbourhood. In 2 minutes walking distance there are a few new restaurants and a brewery - which we liked very much. The next subway station is very close and services several lines to manhattan. The room was not too big but clean and as we expected. Travelling NYC, we would stay in the Hostel again.

Stayed in September 2023

Good connection with Manhattan and price.

Stayed in September 2023

The ladies at the reception were not very nice

Great location and lovely place to stay. There was a nice concert on Friday night :)

Stayed in September 2023