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Hostels near Penn Station
Sorted in order of distance from Penn Station
Hostels in New York City
Chelsea Center
Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 0.3 km / 0.2 miles
"…The linen is clean and the rooms are comfortable. Although they ask people to be out of the rooms at 11 a.m. for cleaning, this isn't too strictly adhered to all the time. Besides, if you're in …
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Selina Chelsea
Manhattan - Chelsea
Privacy Curtains
Privacy Curtains
Distance to Penn Station: 0.8 km / 0.5 miles
Couples
Digital Nomads
Female Solo Traveller
Party Hostel
Solo Traveller
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from $140.74
Chelsea International Hostel
Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 0.9 km / 0.6 miles
Older travelers (+50)
Party Hostel
"…The staff was okay, and the room was good and basic (I had my own room). I was prepared for the toilet and the shower on the same floor and it was good and clean. The location was excellent in New …
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from $20.58
Freehand New York
Manhattan
Distance to Penn Station: 1.4 km / 0.9 miles
Couples
Digital Nomads
Female Solo Traveller
Boutique Hostel
"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!" …"…We are in Manhattan's Flatiron neighborhood, …
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from $60.77
American Dream Hostel
Manhattan - Midtown East
Free Breakfast
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 1.5 km / 0.9 miles
Digital Nomads
Solo Traveller
Youth Hostel
"…I stayed at this hostel at the beginning of my trip for 1 night and then at the end of my trip for 1 night; however I would have stayed for the whole trip if I wasn't visiting family! Beds are …
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from $58.48
Distance to Penn Station: 1.9 km / 1 miles
Party Hostel
"…It is set within a 5-minute walk to Central Park/Columbus Circle and a 10-minute walk to Times Square. Columbus Circle (59th Street) Station is an easy 3 minute walk north, granting you access to …
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from $35.51
West Side YMCA
Manhattan - Upper West Side
Distance to Penn Station: 2.5 km / 2 miles
Digital Nomads
Party Hostel
"…After my stay here I felt like crying. I lost all money and my mates were terrified. Apart from that, what a great holiday!!! I had a great time staying at the YMCA. It was a great change of pace …
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from $54.36
The Local NY
Queens
Distance to Penn Station: 3.9 km / 2 miles
Couples
Digital Nomads
Female Solo Traveller
Party Hostel
"…All great - Bathroom in room is a real win for everyone involved. Everything is new and feels quality. Staff also quality. Two minute walk from subway one stop from Hanmatten is also tops. The …
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from $24.14
International Student Center New York
Manhattan - Upper West Side
Distance to Penn Station: 4.5 km / 3 miles
Solo Traveller
"…Old house, nice location - Pretty good location close to 86th street subway station at Central Park. Cheap cafes and restaurants nearby, Metropolitan and Natural History Museum around the corner. …
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from $24.35
Q4 Hotel & Hostel
Long Island City
Distance to Penn Station: 4.7 km / 3 miles
Solo Traveller
Youth Hostel
"…it just hasn’t gotten there yet. Plan ahead, book elsewhere. - I arrived to the q4 desk of which I could tell we're local New Yorkers. There was No happy and enthusiastic greeting as we received …
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from $23.79
HI New York City Hostel
Manhattan - Upper West Side
Distance to Penn Station: 5.8 km / 4 miles
Digital Nomads
Family-Friendly Hostel
Quiet Rest
Solo Traveller
"…It became a joke among those waiting for it to arrive! Make sure you bring a lock for your locker in your room and a pair of flip-flops for the shower. I'd say the neighborhood is a little scary …
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from $25.65
Distance to Penn Station: 6 km / 4 miles
Solo Traveller
"Kama Central Park is an affordable option for backpackers and nomads. Whether you are staying for business or pleasure our Capsules offer a unique experience with comfort and privacy in mind. Each …
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from $32.04
L Hostel
Manhattan - Central Park North
Free Breakfast
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 7 km / 4 miles
"…First, the hostel is not finished yet and there was a lot of bad planning (no restrooms on ground floor where breakfast takes place). Also it is very noisy. We could hear each step on the whole …
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NY Moore Hostel
Brooklyn
Distance to Penn Station: 7 km / 4 miles
Party Hostel
Solo Traveller
"…They acted beyond that promise, taking care of the check-in upon arrival, allowing us to hang out in the common area until the room was ready, and then, upon seeing how tired and in need of a …
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from $22.74
The Brooklyn Riviera
Brooklyn
Free Breakfast
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 9.2 km / 6 miles
Quiet Rest
"Highly Recommended! - Excellent service, good attention, very clean and the location is incredible. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a hostel in New York." …"…Check out at 12:00
There are …
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from $15.30
Twelve Towns YMCA
Brooklyn
Distance to Penn Station: 13.1 km / 8 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 …
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Hotels in New York City
Distance to Penn Station: 0.3 km / 0.2 miles
"…It is the ideal location if you are starting your new job, school or just relocating to the city. We are your economical choice for housing for a month or longer. Step into the great city of New …
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from $54.70
New York Spirit Retreats
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 0.3 km / 0.2 miles
"…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 cards. We may authorize …
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from $48.19
Hostels in New York City, USA
18 hostels available. Prices start from $36.00 for a dorm bed.
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Penn Station NYC Hostels: Tracks to Thrift and Urban Tales
Strap in, urban nomads! You've landed at Penn Station – not just a transit hub but the heartbeat of gritty, glorious NYC adventures. Let's ditch the clichés and unearth the real gems that make Penn Station the magnetic nucleus for budget wanderers.
Timeless Landmarks
Beyond the steel and hustle, Penn Station unveils its treasures.
Feel the vibes of yesteryears at the Hotel Pennsylvania, an Art Deco masterpiece standing tall since 1919. Dive into urban tales at The Pennsy, a bustling food haven since 2017, where local flavors mingle with the city's rhythm.
Enduring Transportation Hub
Don't just ride the subway; surf the urban currents that flow beneath Penn Station's veins since 1910.
Glide with the timeless yellow cabs, weaving through the city's arteries. And oh, the Greyhound Bus Terminal – a passage to adventures that have fueled stories for decades.
Time-Tested Amenities
Skip the tourist traps; Penn Station's got the insider scoop. Grab a bagel at Murray's Bagels, a neighborhood staple crafting doughy dreams since 1996.
Need a chill spot? Head to Tracks Raw Bar & Grill, where locals unwind, clinking glasses since 2015 – an urban oasis in the concrete jungle.
Cultural Notes and Tips
You're not just near Chelsea; you're in the beating heart of its art scene.
The High Line, an elevated park born from disused tracks, tells a story of urban reinvention. Dive into local haunts like Jack's Wife Freda, where flavors dance, connecting your taste buds to the city's diverse pulse.
Why Stay in Penn Station?
Penn Station's your backstage pass to a budget saga:
- Art Deco Allure: Hotel Pennsylvania, a living relic radiating vintage charm since 1919.
- Tracks & Trails: Navigate the city's urban currents via subway, cabs, and Greyhound adventures.
- Bite Like a Local: Murray's Bagels and Tracks Raw Bar & Grill for authentic NYC flavors.
- Artistic Odyssey: The High Line and Jack's Wife Freda – where urban tales come alive.
- Concrete Jungle Chill: Unwind at local spots, connecting with the city's vibrant rhythm.
Penn Station – not just a waypoint but the rhythm, tales, and flavor of your NYC escapade on a budget.
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