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The Local - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Grand Central Terminal

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Reception
View from property
Full-size fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Computer station
Feel at home
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is $131
includes taxes & fees
$111 per night
Feb 8 - Feb 9

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Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in a 4 Bed Male Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Bed in a 4 Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101

What's nearby

  • Grand Central Terminal - 5 min drive
  • United Nations Headquarters - 6 min drive
  • Broadway - 6 min drive
  • Rockefeller Center - 6 min drive
  • Times Square - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 21 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 27 min drive
  • 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 just a 5-minute drive from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. 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, Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building 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.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Greek, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 137 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available
DONE

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.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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

Comfertable and cozy
Cute place mostly seams to be college age people clean nice welcoming and quiet it’s people but not loud violent or problematic it’s nice like living in a coffee shop with people working and doing homework nice enviroment
Stephanie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Julio, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Punitharaasan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Jonah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chimsly, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I traveled to NYC for the Marathon. Access to the sub way is just down the street (~300m) E-Tran -airport 7- race kit pickup and race day bus pick up Staff were amazing and really friendly. They have a cafe and bar on site. There’s a craft brewery across the street (Focal Point Beer Co). I will stay here again.
Christopher, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the laid-back, comfortable, modern atmosphere. So many places to sit and work/relax. Excellent place, would stay again. Biggest difficulty was the showers - head is far too high (at least in the female dormitory) and not adjustable. The water leaks out onto the floor because the liners are too light/short.
Amanda, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great place to stay when you will spend most of your time out in the town. Clean areas and chilled environment.
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great way to meet new people, especially as a solo traveller
Zodwa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Cool hostel with some neat facilities, great for budget-conscious travelers. Decently sized kitchen with two fridges, *lots* of appliances, and very large common room/lounge area nearby. Very easy to get to Manhattan on the subway. The rooftop is the spectacular cherry on top. Curtains closing up the bunks would make for a cozier sleeping experience, and it won't wake roommates up when you turn on the lights or use your phone flashlight. Bunks were a bit rickety, and one morning (only once) the hot water in my shower was out.
Matthew, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lual, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Joana Gabriela, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sunghyun, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 5-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Furkan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

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, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Liliana, 5-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Serena, 1-night trip
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General property information

Travelers Say
"If the heater works I would definitely love to come again."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Bathroom Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM