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Looking for a hostel near Chelsea? Find the best and cheapest hostels near Chelsea in New York City, sorted by distance. Because this is useful for you!

Hostels in Chelsea, New York City

23 hostels in New York City. Prices start from $13 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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Chelsea International Hostel

Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Approx. 5 min walking time to Chelsea (0.4 km / 0.3 miles)
Older travelers (+50)Party Hostel

"…Hostels are about meeting people and having a laugh with friends you just met, and this place is the best in New York for that. Yeah, it's a bit dirty, and as with many hostels in the city there's

from $22.24
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Hotel Alameda, Highline

Manhattan - Chelsea
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 6 min walking time to Chelsea (0.5 km / 0.3 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

518 W 27th St

from $184.20
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Riff Hotel Chelsea

Manhattan - Chelsea
Approx. 7 min walking time to Chelsea (0.6 km / 0.4 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…They screwed up our booking, which was a blessing in disguise because we were upgraded to the adjoining apartment run by the hostel for the same price as we were quoted for a lesser room. The staff

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MiHostel

MiHostel

Manhattan - Flatiron District
Approx. 16 min walking time to Chelsea (1.3 km / 0.8 miles)

11 East 17th Street

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Pod Times Square

Hell's Kitchen
Approx. 18 min walking time to Chelsea (1.5 km / 0.9 miles)
Capsule HotelsFemale Solo TravellerQuiet RestSolo Traveller

400 West 42nd Street

from $110.05
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Approx. 19 min walking time to Chelsea (1.6 km / 1 miles)
Boutique HostelCouplesDigital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerSolo Traveller

"I love being here - I love being here, my absolute favorite hostel in New York City! People were great, the food was also good! Really recommended!" …"Freehand is a collection of hotels that combine

from $91.86
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American Dream Hostel

Manhattan - Midtown East
Free Breakfast
Approx. 21 min walking time to Chelsea (1.7 km / 1 miles)
Digital NomadsSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…This was my first time at a hostel. Stairs at entrance can prove difficult when carrying heavy luggage. We stayed here for four days in September and really couldn't fault it. It was actually better

from $66.11
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Approx. 31 min walking time to Chelsea (2.6 km / 2 miles)
Party Hostel

"…Nap York offers WiFi, luggage storage, shared bathrooms, shared lounge, shared kitchenette, shared rooftoop, essential store, and complimentary water, coffee, and tea. Conveniently located between

from $48.81
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Approx. 34 min walking time to Chelsea (2.8 km / 2 miles)
Youth Hostel

"…In the end I did not take off my clothes over night when I lie down and it was not nice. I paid ~150 USD for this appalling service! Other points: 1. Room was incredibly small and my head and feet

from $42.41
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The Pod Hotel - POD 51 Hostel

Manhattan - Midtown East
Approx. 35 min walking time to Chelsea (2.9 km / 2 miles)
Capsule HotelsFemale Solo TravellerSolo Traveller

"…Walking distance to UN, St.Patrick's, Rockefeller Centre, 5th & Madison Avenues Shops, 2 Blocks from Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Broadway Shows and Time Square approx. 20-25 minute walk. Public

from $95.43
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West Side YMCA

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 39 min walking time to Chelsea (3.2 km / 2 miles)
Digital NomadsParty Hostel

"…Apart from that, what a great holiday!!! I had a great time staying at the YMCA. It was a great change of pace compared to my normal stays in New York City. The YMCA was extremely clean, and

from $58.40
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Blue Moon Boutique Hostel & Hotel

Manhattan - East Village
Approx. 39 min walking time to Chelsea (3.3 km / 2 miles)
CouplesFemale Solo Traveller

"…Check out before 11:00 AM . Breakfast not included. Taxes are not included: New York City Sale Tax 14.75% Occupancy Tax $3.50 per night/per person General: 24hour Reception. No curfew

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Approx. 55 min walking time to Chelsea (4.5 km / 3 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty Hostel

"…- A great hostel. It isn't located in Manhattan, it's just across the river... but it is two blocks from a subway stop that gets you there in 5 minutes, so it's just as good as being in the middle

from $24.15
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Central Park West Hostel

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Free Breakfast
Approx. 62 min walking time to Chelsea (5.2 km / 3 miles)
Groups (10+ people)Solo Traveller

"…more than two people in the room made my stay in NYC so pleasant! Great neighbourhood (UWS), close to the subway. Great price. All in all the best value for money. - When we discovered our regular

from $25.48
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#1 Top Rated

International Student Center New York

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 63 min walking time to Chelsea (5.2 km / 3 miles)
CouplesFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…A great place to meet people (from Germany, France, NZ, Australia, Great-Britain). Excellent atmosphere. A bit dusty. Two dorms (guys and girls) with metallic beds with a bathroom for each one.

from $43.75
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Q4 Hotel & Hostel

Long Island City
Approx. 65 min walking time to Chelsea (5.4 km / 3 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerOlder travelers (+50)Quiet Rest

"…I thought they were going to smoke outside, hours later I came to find tobacco residue all over the beds/floors with the smell of smoke lingering inside the room -- yuk! The place was left filthy by

from $22.80
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Approx. 68 min walking time to Chelsea (5.7 km / 4 miles)

"…We do not have early check-ins. Check-out before 10:00 AM Payment upon arrival by credit and debit cards. We do not accept cash payment. This property will pre-authorize your card before

from $30.13
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Marrakech Hotel on Broadway

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 77 min walking time to Chelsea (6.4 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelParty HostelQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…The basic dorm rooms are small and cramped. Linen is provided and towels but that's about all. There are no free facilities and it has much more of a hotel vibe than a hostel one. The hostel has

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HI New York City Hostel

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 78 min walking time to Chelsea (6.5 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…The facilities are great and the tours are a brilliant way of getting out and about, exploring New York. The best in many ways! - For the adventurous, outgoing, gregarious type -- who likes to walk

from $24.78
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Kama Central Park

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 80 min walking time to Chelsea (6.7 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Check out from 08:00 AM to 11:00 AM . Payment upon arrival by credit cards, debit cards. Taxes not included - 14.75% Taxes not included - occupancy tax 3.50 USD per person per night

from $42.08
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Approx. 86 min walking time to Chelsea (7.1 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…If you are more into the Times Square scene, this might not be your cup of pera piña. We called the day before, since we were on a red-eye from Los Angeles, and told the desk that we would be

from $24.24
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The Brooklyn Riviera

Brooklyn
Free Breakfast
Approx. 109 min walking time to Chelsea (9.1 km / 6 miles)
CouplesFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"Highly Recommended! - Excellent service, good attention, very clean and the location is incredible. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a hostel in New York." …"…Each bunk has a small shelf for

from $21.96
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Twelve Towns YMCA
Approx. 155 min walking time to Chelsea (12.9 km / 8 miles)
Digital Nomads

"…The room was tiny, with furnishings that haven't been updated for thirty years. The TV didn't work. The showers are coed and dirty. This accommodation was built for homeless people and still looks

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Interfaith 21

Free Breakfast
Approx. 5 min walking time to Chelsea (0.4 km / 0.3 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Guests can enjoy a continental, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast each morning. The property is surrounded by iconic attractions such as Madison Square Garden, the Flatiron Building, and Macy's

from $97.71
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Approx. 6 min walking time to Chelsea (0.5 km / 0.3 miles)

"…No alcohol. No meat. A valid ID and a credit card with the guest's name required to reserve and check in Full payment upfront electronically or upon arrival by cash, credit cards, or debit

from $53.45
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Approx. 7 min walking time to Chelsea (0.5 km / 0.3 miles)
Party Hostel

"…If arriving outside those hours please contact property. Check out before 11:00 AM . Payment upon arrival by credit cards or debit cards. This property may pre-authorize your card before

from $76.00
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Midtown West Hotel

Hell's Kitchen
Approx. 7 min walking time to Chelsea (0.6 km / 0.4 miles)

303 West 30 Street

from $82.96
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Approx. 9 min walking time to Chelsea (0.7 km / 0.4 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…ALL ROOMS INCLUDE Double or Queen bed(s) Electronic Safe Wi-Fi Internet ($10 per day supplement) Bath Towels, Bed Linens, Comfy Mattress & Pillows Kitchenette, Sink, Mini-Fridge, Microwave Coffee/

from $52.57
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Heritage Hotel

Flatiron District
Approx. 12 min walking time to Chelsea (1 km / 0.6 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

18 West 25th Street

from $98.41
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Approx. 12 min walking time to Chelsea (1 km / 0.6 miles)

408 West 36th Street 16

from $131.87
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Approx. 12 min walking time to Chelsea (1 km / 0.6 miles)

408 West 36th Street

from $106.12
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Chelsea Inn

Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Approx. 12 min walking time to Chelsea (1 km / 0.6 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…There was not one good thing about this hotel and we were amazed to find that a four star hotel was the same price and was 300 percent better than this dump. We selected this hotel on the basis of

from $88.93
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Approx. 14 min walking time to Chelsea (1.1 km / 0.7 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

1234 Broadway, NoMad

from $36.54
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Approx. 14 min walking time to Chelsea (1.1 km / 0.7 miles)

"…I blame other guests who are not considerate of others rather than the hotel as there were no long term cleaning issues. Also consider that it was probably the busiest/craziest night of the year.

from $81.50
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Approx. 18 min walking time to Chelsea (1.5 km / 0.9 miles)

"…875% per room per night City Tax: 5.875% per room per night City Tax: 1.5 USD per room per night City Tax: 2 USD per room per night Service Fee: 14.91 USD per room per night Breakfast

from $45.00
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Approx. 21 min walking time to Chelsea (1.7 km / 1 miles)

"…75% tax and $3.50 per night rate. Breakfast not included. No curfew. There is a sink in every room. We don't have TVs or phones in the rooms. We do not have an elevator. No age

from $61.52
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Hotel 17

Manhattan - Lower East Side
Approx. 23 min walking time to Chelsea (1.9 km / 1 miles)

"…Check-out time is noon. If you are leaving the city later than noon, upon check-out, you can also store your bags for same-day pick-up in our locked storage area until 10 PM. After 10 PM, the hotel

from $48.48
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Approx. 24 min walking time to Chelsea (2 km / 1 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

234 West 48th Street

from $122.27
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Pod 39

Murray Hill
Approx. 25 min walking time to Chelsea (2.1 km / 1 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

145 East 39th Street

from $79.80
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Approx. 29 min walking time to Chelsea (2.4 km / 1 miles)

"…75% + occupancy tax 3.50 USD per person per night Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception No curfew No pets allowed" …"The nearest airport to Now Now NoHo is LaGuardia Airport,

from $67.47
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Approx. 34 min walking time to Chelsea (2.8 km / 2 miles)

151 East Houston Street, Lower East Side

from $91.61
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Approx. 37 min walking time to Chelsea (3.1 km / 2 miles)
Party Hostel

"We are a medium, friendly, low cost alternative to Manhattan's big, pricey hotel. We are located in lower Manhattan off the Bowery street at 341 Broome Street. The Sohotel has 100 rooms, our

from $168.09
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Jg Sohotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 37 min walking time to Chelsea (3.1 km / 2 miles)

"…- Non-smoking room and property - Pre-cleaning before your arrival - Hairdryer - Mini-fridge - Safety box - Hand soap, Body soap, Shampoo, body wash - Iron is available upon request -

from $78.17
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Approx. 38 min walking time to Chelsea (3.1 km / 2 miles)
Digital Nomads

130 East 57th Street, Midtown East

from $142.84
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Approx. 39 min walking time to Chelsea (3.2 km / 2 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

106 Bowery 2FL

from $66.70
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Approx. 40 min walking time to Chelsea (3.4 km / 2 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

81 Bowery, 2nd Floor

from $52.64
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Approx. 42 min walking time to Chelsea (3.5 km / 2 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

52 Mulberry Street, Chinatown

from $125.08
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Approx. 42 min walking time to Chelsea (3.5 km / 2 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…Breakfast not included. General: 24 hour Reception. No curfew. Non smoking. Minimum age to book is 21. The maximum period of stay is of 14 days." …"Address: 86-96 Canal St Entrance is at

from $95.65
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Approx. 47 min walking time to Chelsea (3.9 km / 2 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

154 Madison Street, Lower East Side

from $91.46
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Approx. 52 min walking time to Chelsea (4.4 km / 3 miles)

102 Greenwich Street

from $95.69
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Pod Brooklyn

Brooklyn
Approx. 60 min walking time to Chelsea (5 km / 3 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

247 Metropolitan Avenue

from $118.73
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Nesva Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 68 min walking time to Chelsea (5.6 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsSolo Traveller

"…Cancellation Policy: 1 day before the arrival Check in: 3.00 pm Check out: 11.00 am Method of Payment upon the arrival: Cash, Credit Cards, Debit Cards Continental Breakfast is included

from $88.01
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Approx. 91 min walking time to Chelsea (7.6 km / 5 miles)
Party Hostel

"…Storage details will be shared along with your door code after registration. ⸻ Payment Methods: Payment before arrival is accepted via credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, USDC, Ethereum,

from $53.08
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Approx. 133 min walking time to Chelsea (11.1 km / 7 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

820 39th Street

from $91.35
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Approx. 153 min walking time to Chelsea (12.7 km / 8 miles)
Digital NomadsParty Hostel

2420 Amsterdam Avenue, Washington Heights

from $119.15
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Get to know Chelsea

Chelsea: NYC's Backpacker Oasis

Welcome to Chelsea, where the heartbeat of New York City syncs with the aspirations of the adventurous.

This isn't just a district; it's a canvas painted with the vibrant hues of culture, history, and a touch of urban magic. Let's unravel the timeless charm that makes Chelsea a backpacker's haven.

Timeless Landmarks, Endless Stories

As you roam the streets of Chelsea, the High Line unfolds before you—a park suspended in midair, breathing life into the urban sprawl.

Chelsea Market, a haven for food enthusiasts, echoes with the city's gastronomic evolution. The Chelsea Hotel, a historic gem, whispers tales of artistic legends who once called it home.

Navigating Chelsea's Streets

Chelsea's accessibility is woven into the city's fabric. The iconic yellow cabs dance through the streets, and the A, C, and E subway lines become your underground chariots. Transportation here isn't just a means; it's a nod to the district's ceaseless energy.

Amenities with Character

Hostels in Chelsea aren't just places to rest; they're gateways to the district's soul. Grab a coffee at a corner cafe, dive into independent bookstores, or savor local flavors at diners tucked away from the tourist bustle. Chelsea's amenities aren't conveniences; they're experiences etched into the city's narrative.

Cultural Resonance

Chelsea's artistic vibe transcends time. Visit the renowned galleries like Gagosian and Pace, and witness the district's love affair with contemporary art. The LGBTQ+ history embedded in the streets, especially the Stonewall Inn, speaks volumes about Chelsea's inclusivity and acceptance.

Why Chelsea?

Still wondering why Chelsea is your New York City abode?

  • High Line Vibes: Elevated park adventures with breathtaking views.
  • Cultural Canvas: Gagosian, Chelsea Market, and the Chelsea Hotel—an artistic trifecta.
  • Local Flavor: Hidden diners, independent bookstores, and cafes—a gastronomic journey.

Chelsea isn't just a district; it's a narrative waiting to be explored. Immerse yourself in the eclectic tapestry of New York City, where every corner tells a story. Chelsea invites you not just to stay but to become a part of its timeless saga.

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