Central Park West Hostel

2 stars
5.0
Fair
based on 2118 reviews
2,118 reviews
201 West 87th Street, New York, NY 10024, United States
201 West 87th Street, New York, NY
+1 646 490 7348
Wed 19-8
-
Thu 20-8
2 guests, 1 room
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S$ 60
/Cheapest rate per night
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
S$ 60
Double room, 1 twin bed
S$ 62
Standard Room, bed type unknown
S$ 62
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Overview

Located a short walk from 96th Street IRT Broadway - Seventh Avenue Line Subway Station, Central Park West Hostel is an ideal base when in New York City. It also provides laundry facilities, a 24-hour reception and an airport shuttle.

The hostel has a laundry service, luggage storage and an atm/cash machine. Wi-Fi is also available.

Rooms at Central Park West Hostel are comfortable and provide cable/satellite channels. All boast their very own bathroom where a shower and a hair dryer can be found.

The hostel offers a conveniently located on-site café where guests can have a meal before heading out to explore the region. A wide choice of dining options are also available in close proximity to the property.

Conveniently situated, Central Park West Hostel is a short stroll from 96th Street Ind Second Avenue Line. It is also within walking distance of the American Museum of Natural History.

5.0
Fair
2118 reviews

Latest deals for Central Park West Hostel

Wed 19-8
-
Thu 20-8
Standard Room, bed type unknown
S$ 60
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
S$ 62
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 twin bed
S$ 62
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
S$ 97
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 murphy bed
S$ 249
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
S$ 112
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
S$ 152
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 twin bed
S$ 178
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
S$ 225
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Central Park West Hostel

  • Game room
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Air-conditioned
  • Internet
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Room service
  • Hairdryer
  • ATM on-site

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Heating
  • Dustbins

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Lift

General

  • Lockers
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Game room

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Central Park West Hostel

5.0
Fair
2118 verified ratings
Wonderful
234
Very good
164
Good
362
Okay
277
Fair
333
Mediocre
268
Poor
480

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2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2022
Kayak overbooked this spot so they had no rooms available when I arrived. Needed to find alternate arrangements. Have not received refund yet and will not be booking this location again.
8.5
Very good
Zane, Dec 2019
Pros (+) The location was great: just off the 86th Street Line 1 station and with Central Park just next door.
Cons (-) Bunk bed was hard and spartan!
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Dec 2017
Pros (+) It was dead cheap, the staff were reasonably polite and friendly. 24hr check-in is useful.
Cons (-) You get what you pay for, so don't expect good bedding or complementary anything. The lockers didn't work on the room, so no secure storage.
6.2
Okay
Lorena, Jul 2017
Pros (+) The location is good (close to subway and with 24/7 services nearby), Central Park, etc... and staff members always nice and helpful, it was always clean and quiet, not a noisy backpackers place... Bathrooms were always clean and not busy, 24 hours reception, clean sheets...
Cons (-) It looks like a pension, and common areas are not necessary accommodating, there´s a kitchen which is OK and some "lounge" area in the basement but I wouldn´t say there were cool places to hang out at... Not too much of a hostel environment...at least not the ones I´m used to, with other travelers with whom to socialize. Understanding NYC it´s an expensive city, this was still not worth it (for th...
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5.1
Fair
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) i liked the location, and the coffee
Cons (-) The mattress size was really little, the bathroom seat was so old, it looked dirty. They really need appropriate door locks, because the other ones had tape on them
6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Clean Location
Cons (-) Noisy room No towels Cheep facility
2.0
Poor
Romulo, Nov 2016
Cons (-) I had to sleep with clothes on because the room (210) was very cold. Also the bathroom was not clean. Someone else had left a pizza box in the garbage can and it remained there for two more days.
6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2016
Pros (+) It was near Central Park and subway so everything was convenient .
Cons (-) You can go morning jogging in Central Park . It was fantastic !
6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2016
Pros (+) location
Cons (-) dirty restroom

Location

201 West 87th Street, New York, NY 10024

What's nearby

  • American Museum of Natural History0.8 km
  • Central Park1 km
  • Lincoln Center1.9 km
  • Fifth Avenue2.2 km
  • New York City Center2.8 km
  • Tiffany & Co.2.9 km
  • Museum of Modern Art3 km
  • Midtown Center3 km
  • Theatre District3.1 km
  • Broadway3.2 km
  • Rockefeller Center3.3 km
  • Times Square3.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Central Park West Hostel

Low season

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Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

March
September
S$ 114
S$ 77
Cheapest month to stay with an average 66% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 36% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Central Park West Hostel

Which month has the cheapest rates at Central Park West Hostel?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to stay at Central Park West Hostel is February, with an average nightly rate of S$ 65. The most expensive month is September at S$ 120 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Central Park West Hostel?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest day to book Central Park West Hostel is Monday, with an average nightly rate of S$ 52. The most expensive day is Tuesday at S$ 205 per night.

How far in advance should you book Central Park West Hostel?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

To get the best price at Central Park West Hostel, book around 10 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 17% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Central Park West Hostel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Central Park West Hostel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Central Park West Hostel, plan to stay on a Monday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Central Park West Hostel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was S$ 205, while the most expensive was S$ 205.
  • How long should you stay at Central Park West Hostel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

FAQs when booking at Central Park West Hostel

  • Where is Central Park West Hostel located?

    Central Park West Hostel is located at 201 West 87th Street in Upper West Side, 3.7 km from the centre of New York. American Museum of Natural History is the closest landmark to Central Park West Hostel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Central Park West Hostel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Central Park West Hostel.

  • Does Central Park West Hostel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Central Park West Hostel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Central Park West Hostel from the airport?

    Central Park West Hostel is 8.7 km from New York LaGuardia.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Central Park West Hostel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Central Park West Hostel in New York and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Central Park West Hostel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Central Park West Hostel.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

5.4
3.7 km
New York LaGuardia
8.7 km

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