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The Local Hostel

2.0 star property

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Property entrance
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A cozy reading area with a bookshelf, a chalkboard listing upcoming events, and two dogs sitting on the floor.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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220 S. Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY, 14891
  • Place, Watkins Glen State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Tasting Room
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Seneca Harbor
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen State Park is within a 5-minute walk of The Local Hostel while other popular sites like The Tasting Room are within a 15-minute stroll. This 3-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Watkins Glen State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • International Motor Racing Research Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Tasting Room - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Seneca Harbor - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Watkins Glen Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ribbon Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Holy Cow Meat Market & Deli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Art & Nancy's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Local Hostel

At The Local Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a library. There's free parking if you drive. This smoke-free hostel also has barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Kitchens and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Living room
  • Refrigerator on request

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (4 PM - 8 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Local Hostel Watkins Glen
Local Hostel
Local Watkins Glen
The Local Hostel Watkins Glen
The Local Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Local Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Watkins Glen

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near The Local Hostel?

This hostel is located in Watkins Glen, a short 4-minute walk from Watkins Glen State Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Seneca Lake. You'll also find Seneca Harbor and International Motor Racing Research Center less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Local Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does The Local Hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Local Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Local Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Local Hostel?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a library.

Are there hot tubs at The Local Hostel?

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

Does The Local Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

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

Does The Local Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Local Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Local Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Local Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Local Hostel is Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional), which is 21.1 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional), which is around 22.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Local Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at The Local Hostel.

The Local Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good, simple, budget accommodations.

Keep in mind this is a simple hostel (with no curfew). Nevertheless, I booked the more expensive private room. All my expectations were met. I had a clean, comfortable room/bed to sleep in. The hostel is along the main road and is near the center of town, but my room was very quiet -- I slept very well. The bathrooms are separate -- the one I used was roomy and the shower was fantastic. The proprietor I dealt with, and his two pettable dogs, were a pleasure. All in all, I was happy with my stay -- no problems or issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ian & Emily run a tight ship. Hope to see them again next year. Thanks for the pleasant stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017