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Hostels near Penn Station
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Hostels in New York City
Chelsea Center
Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 0.3 km / 0.2 miles
"…The staff were nice and the location is great -- my favorite part of NYC (East Village area). The thirty dollar rate was expensive and they wouldn't cut any weekly deals. So overall, decent -- but …
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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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Chelsea International Hostel
Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 0.9 km / 0.6 miles
Older travelers (+50)
Party Hostel
"…It's a nice cozy hostel. I would highly recommend it to anyone in town for a few days and on a budget. Great - It was the best hostel I've been to in NY! Clean and organized, the staff was very …
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from $19.24
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!" …"…Each Freehand takes its cues from the …
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from $76.39
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
"…mmodating at a GREAT price! - The owner was the friendliest lady and all of the staff were very accommodating and friendly. Love the location and the included breakfast as well as how clean it …
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from $57.25
Distance to Penn Station: 1.9 km / 1 miles
Party Hostel
"…Please note:
- Valid passport and credit card required for check in.
- A $50 USD credit card damage deposit hold is required at check in.
- We do not accept NY and NJ residents.
- The maximum …
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from $36.50
West Side YMCA
Manhattan - Upper West Side
Distance to Penn Station: 2.5 km / 2 miles
Digital Nomads
Party Hostel
"…The staff were absolutely great! I definitely will be back as soon as possible! Hello you dudes,
My stay at the West Side YMCA was impeccable and worth every cent. Nothing more, nothing less. …
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from $59.41
Distance to Penn Station: 3.2 km / 2 miles
Youth Hostel
"…The bed linen was dirty with hairs and clearly not changed. Asked the staff and she promised to have it changed in about 10 minutes and after 30 minutes waiting in my room there was still nothing …
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from $35.75
The Local NY
Queens
Distance to Penn Station: 3.9 km / 2 miles
Couples
Digital Nomads
Female Solo Traveller
Party 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 of Manhattan …
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from $23.20
International Student Center New York
Manhattan - Upper West Side
Distance to Penn Station: 4.5 km / 3 miles
Solo Traveller
"…No need YH card. I recently stayed at the International Student Center and it was great. The facility was quite clean, the staff were very friendly, and the neighborhood is phenominal. It is only …
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from $23.80
Q4 Hotel & Hostel
Long Island City
Distance to Penn Station: 4.7 km / 3 miles
Solo Traveller
Youth Hostel
"…Another thing that grinds me up the wall, is how the front desk don't even say hello or a good morning, or even acknowledge you as you walk by! They really need to find some people skills, …
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from $28.61
The Continental Hostel
Manhattan - Upper West Side
Distance to Penn Station: 5.2 km / 3 miles
"…" Still, my alternative was to pay almost $300 for a hotel room. So for the price, it's a good deal. Just don't expect anything more than you would get in the Mayberry County Jail -- "one bed, one …
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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
"…The outside courtyard was a nice place to relax and have a smoke after touring the city all day. The bathrooms/showers were pretty clean and there was always a housekeeper in the hallways doing …
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from $23.26
Distance to Penn Station: 6 km / 4 miles
Solo Traveller
"…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 …
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from $31.27
NY Moore Hostel
Brooklyn
Distance to Penn Station: 7 km / 4 miles
Party Hostel
Solo Traveller
"…The desk sells padlocks, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, and toothbrushes (there is also a Walgreens drugstore nearby where you can buy these things). You can rent towels for a small fee and store …
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from $25.48
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." …"…We have plenty of local bars …
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from $15.00
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
"…We offer five floors with a total of 7 bathrooms and 3 kitchens for your
Accommodation
We offer private rooms with WI-FI and shared kitchens and bathrooms. Single rooms with twin bed or double …
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from $65.55
New York Spirit Retreats
Free Breakfast
Distance to Penn Station: 0.3 km / 0.2 miles
"…Library with books on wisdom, yoga, and a mindful way of life
Complimentary breakfast counter available 24 hours
Free WiFi in all areas
Easily accessible by public transportation from JFK, …
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from $49.03
Hostels in New York City, USA
17 hostels available. Prices start from $42.00 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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