Central Park West Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Central Park

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Shared Dormitory (1 Bunk Bed in 2 Bed Shared Dorm) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Laundry
24/7 front desk
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

201 W 87th Street, New York, NY, 10024

Place, Central Park
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Metropolitan Museum of Art
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Times Square
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory (1 Bunk Bed in 2 Bed Shared Dorm)

200 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory (1 Bunk Bed in 2 Bed Shared Dorm), Private Bathroom

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan within a short walk of Central Park, Central Park West Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Metropolitan Museum of Art. This 4-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and an arcade/game room.

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What's nearby

Central Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Metropolitan Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
Lincoln Center - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Manhattan Cruise Terminal - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Times Square - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

86 St. Station (Broadway) - 2 min walk
New York Harlem 125th St. Station - 5 min drive
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tiki Chick - ‬3 min walk
‪Crossbar - ‬3 min walk
‪Barney Greengrass - ‬1 min walk
‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min walk
‪Bodrum Mediterranean Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Central Park West Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Central Park

At Central Park West Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and an arcade/game room. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. This hostel also has laundry facilities.

Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include ironing boards, desks, and free toiletries.

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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Business services
24/7 front desk

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Arcade/game room

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
Laundry facilities

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance

5 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Towels provided

Food and drink

Shared kitchen access

Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards

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

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
No parking is available onsite.
This property accepts credit cards.
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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is 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

Is free cancellation available at Central Park West Hostel?

Central Park West Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Central Park West Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Manhattan within a short 8-minute walk of Central Park and also 15 minutes on foot from American Museum of Natural History. You'll also find Metropolitan Museum of Art and Lincoln Center within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Central Park West Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Central Park West Hostel feature a casino?

No, Central Park West Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Central Park West Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Central Park West Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Central Park West Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Central Park West Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Central Park West Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Central Park West Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Central Park West Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Central Park West Hostel?

The closest major airport to Central Park West Hostel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 9.3 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 14.3 mi away (16-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Central Park West Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Central Park West Hostel.

Central Park West Hostel Reviews

5.4

5.2/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.8/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

Sean

Jul 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Briana

Jun 30, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I booked this room because as it was advertised on Expedia, it appeared clean and nice for the price; what i got proved it false advertisement. What pictures you see are specifically curated. Very likely the first floor. Which is the only floor to have wifi by the way, in the lounge. The free wifi advertisment is a lie. I also was not informed that I, a woman, would be sharing a room- much less with a random man that walked in while I was half naked and sleeping. The front desk treated me as if I was unreasonable for being deeply disturbed and traumatised by this, and I immediately left that night.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Léia

Jun 25, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

There is not hot water, everything very dirty, restrooms, rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Jun 24, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

May 31, 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daejah

May 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohamed

May 20, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edon

May 10, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edon

May 10, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It seems that there are local homeless people living in the propriety (not that is a problem, but they need to add extra steps to keep the place clean), and there are so many cockroaches everywhere. They must not have done proper pest control for several months.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

May 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great option with great location and price.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marilyn

May 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location, friendly and helpful staff, would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Takashi

May 3, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not recommend to general travelers

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

RENEE

May 1, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Business traveler

Apr 25, 2025

The same issue mentioned in previous reviews: noisy from HC/heating-air conditioner. Good location, but definitely, need maintenance.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Apr 15, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Apr 10, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shahid

Mar 31, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ruth

Mar 17, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Mar 16, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice location

Location is great. It was too hot and noisy during night because oil heater kept running all night.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Feb 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Herlia

Feb 17, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammad Shachhu

Feb 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025