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

Hostels near Penn Station, New York City

23 hostels in New York City. Prices start from $14 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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0.4 km from Penn Station (≈ 4 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…The place is well-heated, an important point as it is now winter in NY. Located very conveniently to subway stops and very easy to get around from the Hostel. We paid about $33 per night after tax ... more details

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Hotel Alameda, Highline

Privacy Curtains
0.8 km from Penn Station (≈ 10 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

518 W 27th St ... more details

from $186.05
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0.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 10 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerSolo TravellerCapsule Hotels

400 West 42nd Street ... more details

from $105.59
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0.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelOlder travelers (+50)

"…The location was excellent in New York City and everyone I met there was good as well. Hostels are about meeting people and having a laugh with friends you just met, and this place is the best in ... more details

from $21.38
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1.4 km from Penn Station (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerSolo TravellerBoutique 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, ... more details

from $91.86
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1.4 km from Penn Station (≈ 17 min walking)

11 East 17th Street ... more details

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American Dream Hostel

Free Breakfast
1.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 18 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerDigital NomadsYouth Hostel

"…It was actually better than some of the hotels I've stayed in. The breakfast was excellent and was available until 12 p.m. which we found great. We had a private room with shared bathroom and found ... more details

from $69.94
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1.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 23 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…- A $50 USD credit card damage deposit hold is required at check in. - We do not accept NY and NJ residents. - The maximum length of stay for any guest is 14 days. - Must be 18 years or older ... more details

from $48.64
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2.1 km from Penn Station (≈ 26 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerSolo TravellerCapsule Hotels

"…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.pickwickarms.com ... more details

from $87.03
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2.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 30 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelDigital Nomads

"…I have to say that from reading comments, I was really worried about what to expect -- dirty communal bathrooms, smelly tired rooms, dirty mattresses. The YMCA was quite to the contrary, we stayed ... more details

from $58.13
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3.2 km from Penn Station (≈ 38 min walking)
Best for: Youth Hostel

"…The first lady staff working on the day of my arrivel (Friday 30th Aug 2024 around 5pm) was unfriendly and did not really care (The 2nd lady staff on next day Saturday morning seemed a bit more ... more details

from $43.76
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3.6 km from Penn Station (≈ 43 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerCouples

"…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. If traveling alone we do not ... more details

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3.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 46 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerParty HostelCouples

1302 44th Avenue ... more details

from $23.20
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4.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 54 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerGroups (10+ people)

"…Overall, ok. Ok - Price was okay although you have to pay extra for almost everything (including Wifi). Breakfast was ok. Location was great but really loud at night, especially in the morning. Bed ... more details

from $30.86
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#1 Top Rated
4.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 54 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerSolo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…The facility was quite clean, the staff were very friendly, and the neighborhood is phenominal. It is only a subway ride a few stops to downtown. It has a great common room area in the downstairs ... more details

from $41.03
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4.7 km from Penn Station (≈ 57 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly HostelCouples

"…Common Spaces On entering the hostel, there is the feel of entering a hotel, rather than a hostel; it is very clinical. A security guide will eye you up and down and make you feel rather ... more details

from $22.68
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5.8 km from Penn Station (≈ 69 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…merly called the Malibu Hostel) is a bit of a hodgepodge of different rooms of different standards. The basic dorm rooms are small and cramped. Linen is provided and towels but that's about all. ... more details

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5.8 km from Penn Station (≈ 70 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerSolo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…I stayed in a four-bed dorm, which smelled kind of "Funny," but was tolerable. I met a few nice people, and even went sightseeing with a guy from Scotland who was staying in my room. Check-in was no ... more details

from $24.58
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Kama Central Park

Privacy Curtains
6 km from Penn Station (≈ 71 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…24 hours reception. No curfew. Needed: Valid photo ID or Passport. Please Note: Reservations are Non-refundable and the full balance is due at check-in, reservations with invalid credit cards ... more details

from $35.12
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7 km from Penn Station (≈ 84 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Rooms and Bathrooms The rooms are big by New York or hostel standards. The hostel was an industrial building, so the space is plentiful. The beds are regular twin-sized beds, not bunk beds -- not ... more details

from $24.13
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The Brooklyn Riviera

Free Breakfast
9.2 km from Penn Station (≈ 111 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly HostelCouples

"Highly Recommended! - Excellent service, good attention, very clean and the location is incredible. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a hostel in New York." …"…12 hour Reception. No curfew ... more details

from $22.22
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Twelve Towns YMCA, New York City
13.1 km from Penn Station (≈ 158 min walking)
Best for: Digital Nomads

570 Jamaica Avenue ... more details

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23 km from Penn Station (≈ 276 min walking)

"…Breakfast not included General: 24 hours reception. No curfew." …"The John F. Kennedy International Airport is 6 km away." …133-21 Francis Lewis Blvd., Laurelton ... more details

from $34.62

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0.2 km from Penn Station (≈ 2 min walking)

303 West 30 Street ... more details

from $82.98
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0.3 km from Penn Station (≈ 3 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…Payment upon arrival by credit cards or debit cards. This property may pre-authorize your card before arrival. 3% service fee if pay with credit card Taxes not included - 14.75% Taxes not ... more details

from $76.21
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0.3 km from Penn Station (≈ 3 min walking)

"…Cancellation policy: 24 hours before arrival. Check-in from 15:00 to 23:00. Check out before 11:00. Payment upon arrival by cash, credit card, or debit card. This property may pre-authorize ... more details

from $53.76
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0.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 6 min walking)

408 West 36th Street 16 ... more details

from $131.87
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0.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 6 min walking)

408 West 36th Street ... more details

from $141.25
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0.6 km from Penn Station (≈ 7 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly Hostel

1234 Broadway, NoMad ... more details

from $68.69
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0.7 km from Penn Station (≈ 8 min walking)

"…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 ... more details

from $44.60
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0.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 10 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly HostelDigital Nomads

18 West 25th Street ... more details

from $99.38
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Interfaith 21

Free Breakfast
0.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: 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 ... more details

from $97.71
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1.2 km from Penn Station (≈ 14 min walking)

"…- 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 - ... more details

from $76.08
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1.3 km from Penn Station (≈ 15 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly Hostel

234 West 48th Street ... more details

from $134.50
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Chelsea Inn

Free Breakfast
1.3 km from Penn Station (≈ 16 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly HostelDigital Nomads

"…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 ... more details

from $91.52
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1.4 km from Penn Station (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…Alarm Clock Hairdryer on Request Air Conditioning in the Summer and Heating in the Winter Out Private and Shared Baths feature Bathtub and Shower" …"Hotel 309 is centrally located to reach anywhere ... more details

from $52.65
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1.4 km from Penn Station (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

145 East 39th Street ... more details

from $78.82
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1.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 18 min walking)

"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 ... more details

from $64.71
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1.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 23 min walking)

"…Cancellation policy: Guests must cancel a reservation online or notify the hotel at least 2 Days before their scheduled arrival. Otherwise, guests will be responsible for the one-night charge. ... more details

from $48.70
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1.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 23 min walking)

"…I thought that was weak. I thought that the bathroom that was near my room could be a little cleaner. I blame other guests who are not considerate of others rather than the hotel as there were no ... more details

from $81.50
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2.3 km from Penn Station (≈ 28 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelDigital Nomads

130 East 57th Street, Midtown East ... more details

from $173.15
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2.7 km from Penn Station (≈ 33 min walking)

"…00 Check out before 11.00 Payment upon arrival by credit cards, debit cards. Taxes not included - 14.75% + occupancy tax 3.50 USD per person per night Breakfast not included General: 24 ... more details

from $62.92
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3.1 km from Penn Station (≈ 37 min walking)

151 East Houston Street, Lower East Side ... more details

from $92.75
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3.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 41 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…E-Mail for receive mail only, safe deposit box see front desk @ no cost to the guest. All accommodations have Air Condition for cooling, heat for heating, T/V, Check out luggage storage ... more details

from $165.62
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Jg Sohotel

Free Breakfast
3.6 km from Penn Station (≈ 43 min walking)

"…No shows will be charged for the entire stay, - NOTE: Non-refundable rate is not refundable. • Pets are not allowed • Non-Smoking Property • No parking available • Check in age ... more details

from $79.80
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3.6 km from Penn Station (≈ 44 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly Hostel

106 Bowery 2FL ... more details

from $67.09
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3.8 km from Penn Station (≈ 45 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly Hostel

81 Bowery, 2nd Floor ... more details

from $53.02
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3.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 47 min walking)
Best for: 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 ... more details

from $98.87
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4 km from Penn Station (≈ 47 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly Hostel

52 Mulberry Street, Chinatown ... more details

from $125.64
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4.3 km from Penn Station (≈ 51 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly HostelDigital Nomads

154 Madison Street, Lower East Side ... more details

from $91.10
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4.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 59 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

247 Metropolitan Avenue ... more details

from $114.21
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Nesva Hotel

Free Breakfast
4.9 km from Penn Station (≈ 59 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…00 am Method of Payment upon the arrival: Cash, Credit Cards, Debit Cards Continental Breakfast is included. Taxes are not included." …"…right at Queens Plaza East/Route 25A, left at 41st ... more details

from $88.36
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5 km from Penn Station (≈ 60 min walking)

102 Greenwich Street ... more details

from $96.28
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6.8 km from Penn Station (≈ 82 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…⸻ East Harlem Hostel Policies and Conditions We offer both Refundable and Non-Refundable rates: • Non-Refundable Rates: Payment is required at the time of booking. No refunds will be ... more details

from $53.01
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11.5 km from Penn Station (≈ 138 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

820 39th Street ... more details

from $95.69

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Get to know Penn Station

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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