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.
2 stars
Central Park West Hostel
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Overview
The Central Park West Hostel is a unique accommodation located just two blocks from Central Park, in the heart of Manhattan’s best attractions and activities. Times Square is just a short 10-minute subway ride, making it easy to get to Broadway shows and more. Guests can also visit the American Museum of Natural History, Rockefeller Center, Madison Square Garden, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and of course the Central Park Zoo, located inside Central Park just steps from the hostel.
The Central Park West Hostel offers free WiFi in all areas of the building, including the dorms. There are staff-organized events held regularly for guest interaction and enjoyment. There is also a shared kitchen and cafe area, along with an open lounge with a flat-screen TV for guest enjoyment. Luggage storage services are available and lockers are provided in all dorm rooms for guest security. Daily housekeeping service is provided at the hostel, which also offers a 24-hour front desk for all guest needs. Some of the guest rooms include private bathrooms while others share baths located throughout the building.
This hostel offers a newly constructed roof deck for relaxing and entertaining, and there are two bunk bed dorm options as well as a private king room option for guests, with 4 guest rooms in total to choose from. This hotel offers airport shuttle service and is a non-smoking property. Pets are not allowed at the hostel. A tour desk is available to assist guests with sightseeing tours, tickets, reservations, and recommendations.
Amenities at Central Park West Hostel
- Room service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cable or satellite TV
- Free toiletries
- Internet
- Laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Hairdryer
- ATM on-site
- 24hr front desk
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
- Private bathroom
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet
- Linens
- Air-conditioned
- Free toiletries
- Heating
- Trash cans
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Room service
- Tour desk
- 24hr 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
- Elevator
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
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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!
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.
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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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
Pros (+) Clean Location
Cons (-) Noisy room No towels Cheep facility
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.
Pros (+) It was near Central Park and subway so everything was convenient .
Cons (-) You can go morning jogging in Central Park . It was fantastic !
Pros (+) location
Cons (-) dirty restroom
Location
201 West 87th Street, New York, NY 10024
What's nearby
- Central Park1 km
- Metropolitan Museum of Art1.4 km
- Frick Collection2 km
- Fifth Avenue2.2 km
- Museum of Modern Art3 km
- Broadway3.2 km
- Rockefeller Center3.3 km
- Times Square3.4 km
- New York Public Library4 km
- Grand Central Terminal4 km
- Bryant Park4 km
- Empire State Building4.5 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Central Park West Hostel
Low season | January |
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High season | May |
Average price (weeknight) | C$ 142 |
Average price (weekend night) | C$ 77 |
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Value for money | 5.3 |
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Distance to downtown | 3.7 km |
Nearest Airport | New York LaGuardia |
Distance to airport | 8.7 km |