John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 46 min drive
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 54 min drive
Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 108 min drive
Woodside Station - 4 min drive
Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station - 14 min walk
Long Island City Station - 20 min walk
23 St. - Ely Av. Station - 3 min walk
45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station - 7 min walk
Long Island City - Court Sq. Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Court Square Diner - 7 min walk
Ramen Spot - 7 min walk
Lately Café - 6 min walk
The Inkan - 6 min walk
Yi Fang Taiwan Fruit Tea - 3 min walk
About this property
The Local - Hostel
The Local - Hostel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Central Park and Bryant Park are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 23 St. - Ely Av. Station is 3 minutes and 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station is 7 minutes.
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free offsite parking within 20 ft
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol allowed onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser
What to do
Concerts/live shows
Working away
24-hour business center
Computer station
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2014
ATM/banking
Rooftop terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Art gallery on site
Arcade/game room
Lockers available
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Laundry detergent
Sleep well
Down comforter
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Toaster oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dishwasher
More
Daily housekeeping
Shared accommodations
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Cleaning supplies
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 80 mi (128.75 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Also known as
Local Hostel Long Island City
Local Hostel
Local Long Island City
The Local
The Local Hostel Long City
The Local - Hostel Long Island City
The Local - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Local - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Local - Hostel?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Local - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Local - Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Local - Hostel and nearby?
The Local - Hostel has an arcade.
What's the area around The Local - Hostel like?
The Local - Hostel is in Queens, a short 3-minute walk from 23 St. - Ely Av. Station.
The Local - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Punitharaasan
Punitharaasan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Dec 11, 2024
Jonah
Jonah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Chimsly
Chimsly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 4, 2024
Great place to stay when you will spend most of your time out in the town. Clean areas and chilled environment.
Verified traveler
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Great find!
This place is cool and clean. Traveling solo but would be ideal for a group of friends, too. The staff were welcoming and chill. Got a coffee at the bar this morning and sipped it on the rooftop, gorgeous view! Arrived late to check in (midnight) but this was fine - I was welcomed in, no problem. Bed was comfortable (upper bunk), shower was strong and hot. There was a show happening sometime in the night - loud music from a nearby place- but to be expected on a weekend in the city.
Miche
Miche, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 12, 2024
Lual
Lual, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
Sunghyun
Sunghyun, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 5, 2024
Pro: Very clean and a great set up. Safe. Staff is excellent.
Con: With on site bar, loud noise long into night. Rooms are hot, although the AC was not turned on because of others in the rooms preference.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
The staff is amazing. The view from the roof is incredible. Laundry on site is $4 for a small load of clothes to wash and dry.
Sarah
Sarah, 5-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 4, 2024
Furkan
Furkan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Best budget stay in NYC!
It was a super comfortable stay for a short stopover in New York City. Super close to a lot of the best attractions and restaurants at an excellent price! I’ll definitely go back we
Ricardo M
Ricardo M, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Aug 31, 2024
I would have never booked this had I known there would be a rooftop concert on the roof of the hostel building late into the night. I’m in my 60s and couldn’t sleep at all, and had a long road trip the next morning.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 24, 2024
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 20, 2024
Great location, and vibe
Location is wonderful and the view from the roof is amazing. After looking at what I spent per night, I am unsure if I think its "affordable" for just one bed, but perhaps thats just part of Brooklyn accommodation. I loved the common spaces, cafe and beer bar, and access to laundry was an added bonus.
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 17, 2024
Property is good for young travelers who can share a variety of activities. Requesting towels takes time to be provided as it depends on availability. Fridges are small showing traveler’s food packed in disorganized view. I could not put any food in due to lack of space. In general, it was a calm stay.