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

Hostels in Downtown Brooklyn, 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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Blue Moon Boutique Hostel & Hotel

Manhattan - East Village
Approx. 31 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.5 km / 2 miles)
CouplesFemale Solo Traveller

"…When your reservation is Non-Refundable -Total price of the reservation with all taxes included will be deducted from your Credit Card any time after Booking is made . We accept : Cash, Debit Cards

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Approx. 36 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (3 km / 2 miles)
Youth Hostel

"…There are so many tiny rooms in each floor and you can hear anything happening next door, even whispering. Individual room does not have roof, only a roof for the whole floor. If you are a light

from $43.76
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The Brooklyn Riviera

Brooklyn
Free Breakfast
Approx. 45 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (3.7 km / 2 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." …"…There are no check ins allowed

from $21.96
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Approx. 49 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (4 km / 3 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 $24.13
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MiHostel

MiHostel

Manhattan - Flatiron District
Approx. 56 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (4.7 km / 3 miles)

11 East 17th Street

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American Dream Hostel

Manhattan - Midtown East
Free Breakfast
Approx. 58 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (4.8 km / 3 miles)
Digital NomadsSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…which we found great. We had a private room with shared bathroom and found it clean and spacious and clean sheets were provided daily. Excellent location! This is the best place in the world! I love

from $66.11
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Approx. 58 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (4.9 km / 3 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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Chelsea International Hostel

Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Approx. 65 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.4 km / 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 $21.85
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Riff Hotel Chelsea

Manhattan - Chelsea
Approx. 74 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6.2 km / 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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Hotel Alameda, Highline

Manhattan - Chelsea
Privacy Curtains
Approx. 75 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6.3 km / 4 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

518 W 27th St

from $182.99
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Approx. 81 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6.7 km / 4 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 $23.37
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The Pod Hotel - POD 51 Hostel

Manhattan - Midtown East
Approx. 81 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6.8 km / 4 miles)
Capsule HotelsFemale Solo TravellerSolo Traveller

"…20-25 minute walk. Public transportation of buses and subways (trains) only one block from Hotel. All rooms are private and shared bath facilities are located in corridor. See our web site - www.

from $91.98
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Pod Times Square

Hell's Kitchen
Approx. 84 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7 km / 4 miles)
Capsule HotelsFemale Solo TravellerQuiet RestSolo Traveller

400 West 42nd Street

from $113.23
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Twelve Towns YMCA
Approx. 86 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Digital Nomads

"…Lone, female, and/or elderly people should not stay in this hostel. 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

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Q4 Hotel & Hostel

Long Island City
Approx. 86 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.2 km / 4 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 $22.72
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Approx. 92 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.6 km / 5 miles)

"…No pets allowed. No children allowed. Non smoking. No NY city residents." …"The John F. Kennedy International Airport is 21 km away." …39-05 29th Street, 3rd Floor

from $30.13
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Approx. 93 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.7 km / 5 miles)
Party Hostel

"Nap York Central Park is New York's premier sleep station for the busiest travelers seeking a clean and quiet place to sleep, shower, and go. Whether it’s hourly or nightly, our mission is to

from $48.64
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West Side YMCA

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 100 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (8.3 km / 5 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 $58.28
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International Student Center New York

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 122 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (10.2 km / 6 miles)
CouplesFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The bathroom(s) and shower were also clean and stocked with the basic necessary things (soap, toilet paper, hand towel). You can rent a locker downstairs (with a 5$ deposit) but you can't bring your

from $42.74
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Central Park West Hostel

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Free Breakfast
Approx. 124 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (10.3 km / 6 miles)
Groups (10+ people)Solo Traveller

"…Ultimately, we are reminded of a joke on "Real Time With Bill Maher," in regards to the hostel closures. This is a paraphrase, but basically he asked “When did hostel start to mean a hotel that no

from $25.48
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Marrakech Hotel on Broadway

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 138 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (11.5 km / 7 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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Kama Central Park

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 138 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (11.5 km / 7 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Each pod is equipped with its air filtration system as well as USB ports, recess lighting, reading lights, and much more. Located in the heart of the Upper West Side, along Central Park, and

from $35.12
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HI New York City Hostel

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 138 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (11.5 km / 7 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 $24.87

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Approx. 23 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (1.9 km / 1 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

154 Madison Street, Lower East Side

from $91.34
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Approx. 27 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.3 km / 1 miles)
Solo Traveller

"…No curfew. Non smoking. Minimum age to book is 21. The maximum period of stay is of 14 days." …"…Entrance is at 94 Canal St. There is a metro station within a block with a metro lines F,M,J,Z

from $95.65
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Approx. 30 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.5 km / 2 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…The walls are not built up to the ceiling so you can here everybody and what they say and think and do and feel. And this is not just who you share walls with but who also is chatting, or snoring or

from $52.87
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Approx. 30 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.5 km / 2 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

52 Mulberry Street, Chinatown

from $125.58
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Approx. 31 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.6 km / 2 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

106 Bowery 2FL

from $67.95
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Approx. 33 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.7 km / 2 miles)
Party Hostel

"…heat for heating, T/V, Check out luggage storage. Our concierge staff is available daily 24-hours to assist the guest with courteous service, with any travel arrangements,

from $167.85
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Approx. 34 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.8 km / 2 miles)

102 Greenwich Street

from $96.86
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Jg Sohotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 34 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (2.9 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 $79.13
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Approx. 36 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (3 km / 2 miles)

151 East Houston Street, Lower East Side

from $95.06
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Pod Brooklyn

Brooklyn
Approx. 36 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (3 km / 2 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

247 Metropolitan Avenue

from $118.73
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Approx. 41 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (3.4 km / 2 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 $65.30
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Hotel 17

Manhattan - Lower East Side
Approx. 52 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (4.3 km / 3 miles)

"…Otherwise, we cannot guarantee your hotel reservation after 11 pm on the day of your scheduled arrival. Cancellation policy: Guests must cancel a reservation online or notify the hotel at least 2

from $48.70
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Chelsea Inn

Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Approx. 58 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (4.8 km / 3 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…It was simply dreadful. I did not even give this "hotel" one star because it was atrocious. There was no elevator to carry luggage up the four flights of stars. My partner and I had to carry four

from $93.58
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Approx. 59 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (4.9 km / 3 miles)

"We are an independent and privately owned hotel in the heart of Manhattan. What sets us apart is the vibe and uniquely painted rooms and themes of each interior by artists currently employed and

from $61.52
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Approx. 62 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.1 km / 3 miles)

113 Jane Street

from $81.50
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Approx. 62 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.1 km / 3 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 $52.97
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Heritage Hotel

Flatiron District
Approx. 63 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.3 km / 3 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

18 West 25th Street

from $100.28
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Interfaith 21

Free Breakfast
Approx. 65 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.4 km / 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. 67 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.6 km / 3 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

820 39th Street

from $91.35
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Approx. 68 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.7 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

1234 Broadway, NoMad

from $36.54
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Approx. 71 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (5.9 km / 4 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 $53.77
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Pod 39

Murray Hill
Approx. 71 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

145 East 39th Street

from $83.25
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Approx. 72 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6 km / 4 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 $76.26
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Midtown West Hotel

Hell's Kitchen
Approx. 72 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6 km / 4 miles)

303 West 30 Street

from $82.49
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Approx. 75 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6.2 km / 4 miles)

"…No curfew. No pets allowed. Children allowed: 0 to 12 years old. Non smoking." …"The nearest airport to Americana Inn is LaGuardia Airport, located approximately 14 km away." …69 West 38th Street

from $44.58
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Approx. 79 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6.6 km / 4 miles)

408 West 36th Street 16

from $131.87
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Approx. 79 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (6.6 km / 4 miles)

408 West 36th Street

from $128.62
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Approx. 86 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.2 km / 4 miles)

"…- Free WiFi - Fresh towels, Bed linen - Non-smoking room and property - Pre-cleaning before your arrival - Hairdryer - Mini-fridge - Safety box - Hand soap, Body soap, Shampoo, body wash -

from $75.44
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Approx. 86 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

234 West 48th Street

from $122.27
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Approx. 88 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.3 km / 5 miles)
Digital NomadsParty Hostel

130 East 57th Street, Midtown East

from $142.84
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Nesva Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 91 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (7.6 km / 5 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 $88.11
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Approx. 143 min walking time to Downtown Brooklyn (11.9 km / 7 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 $53.01
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Downtown Brooklyn: Heart of City Life

A lively hub of history, culture, and city energy, Downtown Brooklyn offers travelers a vibrant taste of local life. Its streets feature classic architecture, cozy eateries, and open spaces, creating a welcoming environment where visitors can enjoy Brooklyn without missing the pulse of the city.

With reliable transport, plenty of amenities, and a range of hostels in Downtown Brooklyn, getting around and exploring is easy and stress-free. This area is perfect for budget travelers and backpackers looking for a convenient base to experience all that New York City has to offer.

Landmarks

Explore iconic spots and local favorites that give Downtown Brooklyn its character:

  • Brooklyn Borough Hall - Historic building with classic architecture at the district’s center.
  • Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) - A cultural hub for films, theater, and live performances.
  • Fort Greene Park - Green space perfect for relaxing or enjoying local sports and events.
  • Fulton Street Mall - Busy pedestrian street with restaurants, cafes, and street performers.

Transportation

Getting around is simple, with reliable options that connect Downtown Brooklyn to the city:

  • Subway Lines - Multiple lines including 2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, F, and R, connecting to Manhattan and beyond.
  • Ferries - Access to the East River Ferry for scenic rides to Manhattan and other Brooklyn spots.
  • Bus Routes - Extensive network linking Downtown Brooklyn with nearby neighborhoods.
  • Walking Friendly - Compact streets make exploring on foot easy and enjoyable.

Amenities

Downtown Brooklyn offers practical spots and reliable services for travelers:

  • Cafes and Restaurants - Range from casual bites to coffee spots that never go out of style.
  • Public Libraries - Free access to reading spaces, Wi-Fi, and a quiet retreat from city noise.
  • Convenience Stores - Multiple small stores for snacks, drinks, and travel essentials.
  • Fitness Centers - Local gyms and outdoor spaces to keep active during your trip.

Culture and Tips

Downtown Brooklyn is alive with creativity and local flavor. Street art and murals decorate walls across the district, reflecting the neighborhood’s artistic energy. Small music venues offer live performances, while historic brownstones and old streets tell stories of the area’s past. Food lovers can enjoy local bakeries and delis, sampling authentic Brooklyn flavors that have been loved for generations. Walking through these streets, travelers get a real sense of the local culture and everyday life, making exploration rewarding and memorable.

Why Stay in Downtown Brooklyn

This neighborhood provides a strong base for exploring both Brooklyn and Manhattan. Its mix of culture, parks, and practical services gives travelers comfort without slowing down their adventure.

  • Central Location - Easy access to major attractions and transport links.
  • Vibrant Atmosphere - Streets filled with people, local businesses, and entertainment.
  • Practical Amenities - Cafes, stores, and libraries make everyday travel simple.
  • Safe and Welcoming - Friendly community with plenty of public spaces to relax.

Practical and vibrant, Downtown Brooklyn is an ideal spot for backpackers and budget travelers. With its cultural landmarks, easy transport options, and dependable amenities, getting around the city is simple and stress-free. The neighborhood offers a lively atmosphere while keeping Manhattan and other Brooklyn areas within easy reach, making it a smart base for exploring New York City.

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