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
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.
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
- 24-hour front desk
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
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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
- 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 |
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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about Central Park West Hostel
Low season | April |
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High season | December |
Average price (weeknight) | AED 360 |
Average price (weekend night) | AED 318 |
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Value for money | 5.3 |
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Distance to city centre | 3.7 km |
Nearest airport | New York LaGuardia |
Distance to airport | 8.7 km |