Near Central Park, the American Museum of Natural History, and Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park West Hostel invites you to unwind with arcade games or get a caffeine boost in the lobby. Enjoy access to a nearby health club and round-the-clock support from the 24-hour front desk.
Reviews
5.45.4 out of 10
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Child-friendly activities
Main amenities (10)
Daily housekeeping
Airport shuttle
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Arcade/game room
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (5)
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Blackout drapes/curtains
Arcade/game room
Free toiletries
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Shared Dormitory (1 Bunk Bed in 2 Bed Shared Dorm), Private Bathroom
Highlights
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Shared Dormitory (1 Bunk Bed in 2 Bed Shared Dorm)
John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 57 min drive
New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 5 min drive
New York W 32nd St. Station - 6 min drive
Weehawken Lincoln Harbor Station - 7 min drive
86 St. Station (Broadway) - 2 min walk
96 St. Station (Broadway) - 8 min walk
86 St. Station (Central Park West) - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Broad Nosh Bagels - 3 min walk
Jacob's Pickles - 3 min walk
Tiki Chick - 3 min walk
French Roast - 3 min walk
Bodrum Turkish-Mediterranean Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Central Park West Hostel
At Central Park West Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Central Park and Lincoln Center. Also, Columbia University and Broadway are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 86 St. Station (Broadway) is 2 minutes and 96 St. Station (Broadway) is 8 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
4 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Access to nearby health club
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Arcade/game room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Daily housekeeping
Shared accommodations
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Also known as
Central Park West Hostel New York
Central Park West Hostel
Central Park West Hostel York
Central Park West Hostel New York
Central Park West Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Central Park West Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Central Park West Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Central Park West Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Central Park West Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Central Park West Hostel.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Central Park West Hostel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Central Park West Hostel?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Central Park West Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Empire City Casino (15-min drive) and Resorts World Casino (24-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Central Park West Hostel and nearby?
Central Park West Hostel has an arcade and access to a nearby health club.
What's the area around Central Park West Hostel like?
Central Park West Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from 86 St. Station (Broadway) and 8 minutes' walk from Central Park.
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Central Park West Hostel Reviews
Reviews
5.4
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5.2/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
4.6/10
Amenities
4.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
4.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Subway
Wifi
Desk
Air conditioning
Weather
Reviews
4/10 Fair
Jun 24, 2025
Avoid this hostel.
Very bare. No lockers in the dorms, room is poorly lit and not well-ventilated, the lounge area with the adjacent mess hall are unkempt, and the communal shower rooms are grimy and do not have toilet rolls. The hostel's only positive attribute is its very close proximity to Central Park, convenience stores, and the subway.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 1, 2025
Unfortunately, the pictures are way nicer on the sites. Luckily I only saw one roach which was near the lobby kitchen area and no rats. Great location however.
RENEE
RENEE, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 16, 2025
Nice location
Location is great.
It was too hot and noisy during night because oil heater kept running all night.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
All i got to say was it worth the money. When i enter my room, theres already a roomate, he/she was not in the room but the entire chamber smells like someone poured a whole bottle of whiskey
The air conditioner might not working and the sheets was not cleaned enough. Other than that, everthing is good so far. My opinion, it is a place for temporary stop with limitation.
Ke
Ke, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 23, 2025
It's exactly what you pay for. Where else can you stay in NYC for this price? The bed was very uncomfortable and the provided sheet left me freezing through out the night...Other than that, it's a roof over your head for a great price.
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Absolutely phenomenal
byron
byron, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Affordable, comfortable, a lot of culture in the area
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 15, 2022
The staff are great and the location sublime.
kathleen
kathleen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2024
It has been a great experience and stay in this place. The place is central and easily accessible, the workers of the place were always very friendly and courteous. The treatment by the staff has been the best, I highly recommend it.
ALAN
ALAN, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2024
Pretty fair rates for Manhattan imo
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2025
do
Everything is ok.but window has no protection and broken half part of aircooler site that delivered cool air all times.i think owner of hostel need to make some renovation of window and other necessary parts of rooms
Mohammad Shachhu
Mohammad Shachhu, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 28, 2024
THIS IS A SCAM DO NOT BOOK HERE
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Feb 21, 2025
Disgusting
It was absolutely disgusting. Body fluids on the bedsheets and pillow cases, the bathrooms was so disgusting and looked like a prison. When i got new bedsheets they also had body fluid stains. I left and slept outside the theater with my friends while they waited for rush tickets.. i felt more safe outside the theater than that hostel.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 4, 2022
Location was good with friendly staff available 24 hours.
Balbir
Balbir, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
Nov 30, 2024
It's cheap which is excellent for a college student who visits NY for a one night stand or for anybody, who wants to save money. However the conditions for cheap payment comes with poor quality.
Tamas
Tamas, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 28, 2024
Staff was great. Just good and hardworking people.
As far as the price you get more than what you pay for.
Erdal
Erdal, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 23, 2024
It's a good place, for the price it's great you share a room with only one person and people that work here are chilled and leave you alone, you don't have to pay a fee for the deposit. Nice thing is that you have the bath and shower room to your self and it is not like other places where there are 3 showers in one room. It's not a luxury 7star place but it's been my favorite budget place in NYC so far
byron
byron, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2023
Good location with excellent services.
So much selection of morning coffee.
I love to stay again when I come back to SF.
Yuko
Yuko, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Dec 7, 2024
I just stay there one night. Horrible
Dirty, people doing drugs on the hall way.
Really bad and I want a refund please
enrico
enrico, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 26, 2024
Not as bad as some say
People have been a little hard on this place. Yes it is pretty low-end but does have the basics. They are right to say bring your own towel and blanket though. And soap for hand/shower
Austin
Austin, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 21, 2024
Offered to stay in the lobby
they over booked so we were told to sleep in the lobby or go somewhere else at 1am. The lobby already had 3 people sleeping in it and it was a tiny closet like room. No refunds for their mistakes either
anna
anna, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Nov 15, 2024
When I arrived, they had forgone my reservation and were full. I had to find another place to stay in the middle of the night. Bad experience
Nathaniel
Nathaniel, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 31, 2024
The people who run this place are nice enough but they need to do a far better job maintaining the place. They should make sure toilet paper and soap is stocked up in every bathroom, air blowers are functioning, and that the showers are consistently cleaned.
Philip
Philip, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 25, 2024
The staff is helpful but the facilities are pretty bad the door lock system has only one key which is only accessible by the staff so you cant keep going and coming back to the room without being escorted by the staff member.
Snehashish
Snehashish, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Sep 22, 2024
Dirty bathrooms, there were cockroaches in the bed, the bathroom windows were broken, the chair in the room was broken and the air conditioning did not cool, you could not sleep in the heat.