About New York

New York is just like it is in the movies. Horns whine constantly from yellow cabs, hot dog vendors adorn every street corner and fading wisps of steam can be seen trailing from every second manhole. Even though it is just like it is in the movies, nothing can prepare you for your first visit. But it isn't all towering skyscrapers and busy sidewalks. The East and West Villages are surprisingly low-rise, while Chinatown, Little Italy and Soho are close-knit communities where you will find many of the best restaurants in the city. view more»

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Ask the locals - New York City

Hostelworld.com's Colm Hanratty takes to the streets of New York City to ask the people who live there what their favourite bars, restaurants and neighbourhoods are. Listen to find out why Williamsburg in Brooklyn is so popular and what makes the bar 'Black and White' in the East Village so unique. View all New York podcasts»

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10 Things You Need To Know About New York City

How to save money in New York City, its top attractions and more.


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New York City Reviews

jasonstarke

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Good Base to get into the city, many activities to choose from inside the hostel. Train station 5 minutes away followed by 15-20 minute journey into New York.

mtham2323

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new york rocks, this hostel however is inbetween

it's really good for the price range the breakfast is amazing!! The staff are awesome, very nice people and it's very clean. The bad points are they don't have wifi at all , your best bet is to stand outside and hope to catch a signal from next door and there is not much of a common room to meet other travellers which for a solo traveller can be quite boring!! location is good it's easy to get around as the subway is close by and this part of harlem is vvery safe but still felt strange going through it after a night out. It's not the best but it's not the worst!

  • Insider tip:This place is just for sleeping if you plan to meet other travellers it's dead during the day so that can be quite difficult

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