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The Local - Hostel

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

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At The Local - Hostel, Grand Central Terminal is just a stone's throw away. Discover your new favorite artist at the on-site art gallery or enjoy live music and stunning city views from the rooftop terrace.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is R2 058
R2 450 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

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A row of bunk beds in a room with wooden flooring and a gray wall.

Bed in a 4 Bed Male Dormitory with Private Bathroom

8,4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a hanging light fixture.

Bed in a 4 Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom

8,4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a hanging light fixture.

Bed in a 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

8,6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a white chair, and artwork on the wall.

Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed)

8,0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and artwork on the wall.

Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed) - Accessible

8,6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A row of bunk beds in a room with wooden flooring and a gray wall.

Bed in a 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

7,8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Gantry Plaza State Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Foundry - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Queensbridge Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • MoMA PS1 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hunter's Point South - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 23 min drive
  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 24 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 50 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 56 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 107 min drive
  • Woodside Station - 4 min drive
  • Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station - 13 min walk
  • Long Island City Station - 19 min walk
  • 23 St. - Ely Av. Station - 3 min walk
  • 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station - 7 min walk
  • 21 St. Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Court Square Diner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Spot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Greats Of Craft - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Birch Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Local - Hostel

  • The Local - Hostel features a rooftop terrace and puts you a short five-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 5th Avenue are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: 23 St. - Ely Av. Station is 3 minutes and 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 137 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

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

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

    • Free off-site parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed on site

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
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: USD 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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.

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Reviews

The Local - Hostel Reviews

8,6

Excellent

8,6

Cleanliness

7,8

Location

8,8

Staff & service

8,6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is close to various dining options, including pizza, Mexican, and coffee shops within walking distance. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Their lobby and rooftop with view of the skyline and bridge are nice, staffs are very helpful and rooms and common area are very clean. There are not many restaurants and cafe super close or perhaps I missed finding (there are multiple food trucks) but that is not needed as you can bring food from Manhattan and Jackson Heights (train at 6 min walk from the hostel), store in the fridge and heat up. Some people smoked on the rooftop 1 evening during the music event is when I had to leave the rooftop because I can't stand smoke. Otherwise everything was nice and I hope to book again.
Tabassum, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Every member of staff was helpful and friendly, “CC” Ciara was super nice and professional to say she hasn’t been there a full year. But it’s our personalities that makes the job at the end of the day
Mariah, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

CLEAED ROOM AND SLEEP AT 9 PM
ALEX, 2-night trip
Verified review

4/10 Fair

All clean
ALEX, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean room, helpful people
akshay, 5-night trip
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Bed and Toilet can be much much better. Staff is nice and helpful
Amit, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

LOVE this location and its cool vibe. Lots of great food options nearby. Parking is great too on several adjoining streets. (Ignore the other review which was posted by a hacker).
Theresa, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great vibe, lovely and very helpful staff - overall great stay!
Nils, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Super close to the nearest metro stop, felt safe in my room, staff was super accommodating and sweet. would definitely stay here again
Miguel, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a great stay at wonderful rate that is in a very convenient location. Everyone on staff is friendly, a lot of great amenities on location. I would highly recommend this stay.
Lindsay, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The gentleman from graveyard was cery professional and kind and given me some recommendation for nearby coffee and eats. He allowed me to place my bag in storage until checking in.
Rebekah, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden gem! The staff is so friendly and helpful and the environment is clean and welcoming. Definitely would stay again.
Isadora Eldwist, 4-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff was excellent!
Jose, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Property is good and the location is very convenient.
JUAN, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hostel! Plenty of amenities, by far the nicest one I’ve been to so far!
Roxanne, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Comfortable private room, little bit cold on several days, need to open the air conditioner if need. Need a strong arm the climb the stair with your luggage.
WAI TUNG, 4-night trip
Verified 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 trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, warm welcoming, lots of gratitude and hospitality living there
Cedric, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at the Local many times in the past and just recently it’s nice hostel close to every thing like train station,dining places,shopping, Quiet area and the price is affordable .
AMER, 6-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

It's really a good place, clean, quiet and I love the customer service. The receptionist is amazing.
Tamir, 1-night trip
Verified 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 review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent friendly service from the front desk staff. Cool space and a very great location to get to everywhere you would want to go in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Has a great stay especially for my first time in nyc, Ronald was very friendly and gave amazing customer service. Will definitely be returning!
Deveon, 6-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Trendy hostel with everything you need. The staff if friendly and helpful. The bar/cafe combo with comfortable seating areas is such a nice touch .
Seth, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Local Hostel

Clean place, lot of space, private. Good for a short-term stay.
AMINUL, 1-night trip