The Nolita Express Hostel

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to New York University

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Lobby lounge
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Shower, towels

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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220 Bowery, New York, NY, 10012
  • New York University
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Brooklyn Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • One World Trade Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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Room options

Small Vintage Pod - All Gender (1 Person Only)

  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Small Vintage Pod - Female Only (1 Person Only)

  • 30 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Medium Vintage Pod - All Gender (1 Person Only)

  • 60 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Medium Vintage Pod - Female Only (1 Person Only)

  • 60 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

New York

Located in Manhattan, The Nolita Express Hostel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as New York University and Washington Square Park. The 130 rooms at this hotel include refrigerators and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • New York University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Washington Square Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Brooklyn Bridge - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Wall Street - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • One World Trade Center - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Bowery St. Station - 3 min walk
  • New York 9th St. Station - 4 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prince Street Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Little Cupcake Bakeshop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mother's Ruin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ray’s Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Freemans - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Nolita Express Hostel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to New York University
Guests of The Nolita Express Hostel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators and microwaves are other standard amenities. Bathrooms are shared.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive key retrieval information

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Nolita Express
The Nolita Express 1927
The Nolita Express Hostel York
The Nolita Express 1927 Hostel
The Nolita Express Hostel Hotel
The Nolita Express Hostel New York
The Nolita Express Hostel Hotel New York

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Nolita Express Hostel?

The Nolita Express Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near The Nolita Express Hostel?

This hotel is situated in Manhattan within a short 16-minute walk of 5th Avenue and also 13 minutes on foot from Washington Square Park. You'll also find Wall Street and Empire State Building within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Nolita Express Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Nolita Express Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, The Nolita Express Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Nolita Express Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does The Nolita Express Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Nolita Express Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Nolita Express Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Nolita Express Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Nolita Express Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Nolita Express Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Nolita Express Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Nolita Express Hostel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 9.4 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 14.6 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Nolita Express Hostel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Nolita Express Hostel.

The Nolita Express Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 360 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 360 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 360 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 360 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 360 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

aaron

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
I’d like to thank that Nolita express for offering an affordable option that’s clean and efficient and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stays at hostels are challenging for Americans with very thin wall in this one. The snoring can be quite loud along with conversations in the common spaces just outside the bed cells.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desyree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique. Great staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was confused on how to check in at first because I just got off of a long trip to get there. I was tired and ready to go to bed so I gave a bad review (which you guys should ignore). But once somebody realized I was in distress and helped me check in, I was GREAT!!! I TRULY enjoyed my stay so much. The location was right on point!! The price was SUPER affordable and the neighborhood was pretty AND safe!!! From here on our, when I come to Manhattan, I'm staying at the NOLITA EXPRESS!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic accommodation, unable to make noise in pods, however, great price. Considering the price it was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

robert

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hostile had nice seating areas lounging area decorated nicely, but they only have one male bathroom one toilet for the whole floor and only two showers plus the walls are very thin and they only go up 8 feet or so and there’s no ceiling except for a cloth and you can hear people coughing rummaging through their belongings phones going off throughout the night slamming doors. People were not considerate. I had scheduled four nights there. I left the first night because the person next to me was coughing and sneezing I ended up getting hostile at US hotel 106 Bower St. Very quiet there slept like a baby more bathrooms available bigger showers the staff though was very nice and helpful and professional I will not stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not impressed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s the type of place that you never want to checkout of. I can’t wait to visit the city, again. I am definitely going to book this place. I never even got to take advantage of all that I wanted to. This place is perfect; especially, if you are in need of quiet time & a space away from the people in your life & all of the drama that they bring. Thanks Nolita! ;) (& Steve at the front desk.)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

lisa

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

its okay for a hostel and low price

It was very clean. I was on the 4th but spent time on the 3rd. The male person that worked did come into the womens area, and looked at me crazy when i told him it was womens only. It was rude (dark skin black guy with short twist hair). I would stay here again if I couldnt find anyplace else. Didnt like the 4 flights of stairs no elevators, but all was doable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Stay Away - Book Elsewhere

I was charged an extra $50 at check in. The co-ed "rooms" are a hallway row of padlocked closets with a "mattress" on a steel bed frame. The ceiling is lattice fence covered in burlap material. There is no noise/ talking & headphones must be used on devices or be charged a $100 noise fee. No food or drink allowed in "room". The common area is folks sleeping in chairs and sofa to be out of their claustrophobic enclosures. The mens bathroom has 1 toilet stall which is ironically larger than your room. Next to it are 2 narrow shower spaces with thin plastic curtains across from two small sinks and 2 small mirrors. Absolutely no privacy especially when theres a line behind you or your having to wait in line. Book at another hostel/ hotel. This one is noth woth the time or money
Can be fined if you make any noise with lattice & burlap ceiling
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Olha

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheikh

😠
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Great stay!

I’ve stayed in several hostels and this one far exceeded my expectations. The smallness of the room was totally fine! Bathrooms always clean. Nice kitchen was also clean. Felt very safe there. Loved being on the female only floor. Comfortable sitting in the living room in my pajamas!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Arianna

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great price. The bed was comfortable. Comfortable room temperature. Great hot water and pressure. Floors were dirty; bathroom was not tidied regularly (paper and water on the floor).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was Awesome overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not enough toilet in rest rooms.for many guestroom. To difficult for guests to go. 130 guest for only one toiler seat, that are ridiculous and unhealthy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krischa

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024