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Hostels near Sugar Hill, New York City

22 hostels in New York City. Prices start from $12 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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Kama Central Park

Privacy Curtains
Approx. 43 min walking time to Sugar Hill (3.6 km / 2 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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HI New York City Hostel

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 45 min walking time to Sugar Hill (3.8 km / 2 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerQuiet RestSolo Traveller

"…I had no idea where I would stay. This hostel was at the top of my list -- the first place I checked out. Luckily they had a room. I stayed in a four-bed dorm, which smelled kind of "Funny," but was

from $24.22
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International Student Center New York

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 61 min walking time to Sugar Hill (5 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 $38.58
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Central Park West Hostel

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Free Breakfast
Approx. 61 min walking time to Sugar Hill (5.1 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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West Side YMCA

Manhattan - Upper West Side
Approx. 85 min walking time to Sugar Hill (7.1 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsParty Hostel

"…The staff were friendly and polite and really tolerant, which was handy as we were a large group of eighty and used the main foyer to meet together a lot. Overall I give the West Side ten out of ten

from $59.38
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Approx. 92 min walking time to Sugar Hill (7.7 km / 5 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 $45.41
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The Pod Hotel - POD 51 Hostel

Manhattan - Midtown East
Approx. 99 min walking time to Sugar Hill (8.3 km / 5 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 $97.70
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Approx. 100 min walking time to Sugar Hill (8.3 km / 5 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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Q4 Hotel & Hostel

Long Island City
Approx. 104 min walking time to Sugar Hill (8.7 km / 5 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelFemale Solo TravellerOlder travelers (+50)Quiet Rest

"…) - Q4 Hostel is very new, clean, and conveniently located with a price tag that is very reasonable for New York! The Location The hostel is easy to get to by subway, with several lines

from $22.83
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Approx. 104 min walking time to Sugar Hill (8.7 km / 5 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty Hostel

"…). A great hostel, and one of the best I've stayed in. 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 $23.57
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Pod Times Square

Hell's Kitchen
Approx. 105 min walking time to Sugar Hill (8.8 km / 5 miles)
Capsule HotelsFemale Solo TravellerQuiet RestSolo Traveller

400 West 42nd Street

from $111.20
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Riff Hotel Chelsea

Manhattan - Chelsea
Approx. 116 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.7 km / 6 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. 119 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.9 km / 6 miles)
CouplesDigital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo Traveller

518 W 27th St

from $190.59
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Approx. 124 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.4 km / 6 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!" …"…The hotel's restaurant and lobby bar is led by

from $91.86
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American Dream Hostel

Manhattan - Midtown East
Free Breakfast
Approx. 125 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.4 km / 6 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 $65.57
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Chelsea International Hostel

Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Approx. 126 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.5 km / 7 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 $22.18
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MiHostel

MiHostel

Manhattan - Flatiron District
Approx. 129 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.8 km / 7 miles)

11 East 17th Street

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Approx. 150 min walking time to Sugar Hill (12.5 km / 8 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 $41.42
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Blue Moon Boutique Hostel & Hotel

Manhattan - East Village
Approx. 153 min walking time to Sugar Hill (12.8 km / 8 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. 165 min walking time to Sugar Hill (13.8 km / 9 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…m glad the HI on Amsterdam was booked for the period I wanted to stay, cause the Moore Hostel will definitely be my #1 pick from now on when I come to NY! Location is great, Manhattan easily

from $24.25
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The Brooklyn Riviera

Brooklyn
Free Breakfast
Approx. 205 min walking time to Sugar Hill (17.1 km / 11 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 $15.00
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Twelve Towns YMCA
Approx. 255 min walking time to Sugar Hill (21.3 km / 13 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

Hotels in New York City

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Approx. 30 min walking time to Sugar Hill (2.5 km / 2 miles)
Digital NomadsParty Hostel

2420 Amsterdam Avenue, Washington Heights

from $116.83
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Approx. 30 min walking time to Sugar Hill (2.5 km / 2 miles)

507 West 181st Street, Washington Heights

from $85.41
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Approx. 40 min walking time to Sugar Hill (3.3 km / 2 miles)
Party Hostel

"…• Check-in is available after 4:00 PM (local time). Please keep noise to a minimum if arriving after 10:00 PM. • 10 days before arrival, you will receive a registration link to agree to the

from $53.42
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Approx. 93 min walking time to Sugar Hill (7.8 km / 5 miles)
Digital Nomads

130 East 57th Street, Midtown East

from $142.84
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Approx. 99 min walking time to Sugar Hill (8.3 km / 5 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

234 West 48th Street

from $122.27
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Nesva Hotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 100 min walking time to Sugar Hill (8.3 km / 5 miles)
Digital NomadsSolo Traveller

"…00 pm Check out: 11.00 am Method of Payment upon the arrival: Cash, Credit Cards, Debit Cards Continental Breakfast is included. Taxes are not included." …"…SUBWAY: N or Q - 39th Avenue -

from $93.66
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Approx. 109 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.1 km / 6 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. 111 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.2 km / 6 miles)

408 West 36th Street 16

from $131.87
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Approx. 111 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.2 km / 6 miles)

408 West 36th Street

from $107.40
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Approx. 116 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.7 km / 6 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

1234 Broadway, NoMad

from $36.54
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Midtown West Hotel

Hell's Kitchen
Approx. 117 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.7 km / 6 miles)

303 West 30 Street

from $82.96
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Approx. 117 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.8 km / 6 miles)
Party Hostel

"…Strong Wi-Fi throughout for all of your devices and a living room smart TV; no televisions in guest rooms. Incentra Home Chelsea - Terms & Conditions Reception: On request Cancellation

from $68.60
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Approx. 118 min walking time to Sugar Hill (9.8 km / 6 miles)

"…No curfew Ironing board, iron, hairdryer available The individual retreat cubicle is just for you and nobody else. Its door locks from inside and outside. Its walls do not go all the way up to

from $52.75
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Heritage Hotel

Flatiron District
Approx. 122 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.2 km / 6 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

18 West 25th Street

from $98.84
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Approx. 123 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.3 km / 6 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 $60.53
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Interfaith 21

Free Breakfast
Approx. 126 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.5 km / 6 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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Chelsea Inn

Manhattan - Chelsea
Free Breakfast
Approx. 129 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.8 km / 7 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 $88.99
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Hotel 17

Manhattan - Lower East Side
Approx. 131 min walking time to Sugar Hill (10.9 km / 7 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 $46.93
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Approx. 131 min walking time to Sugar Hill (11 km / 7 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Hotel 309 is centrally located to reach anywhere in Manhattan within minutes. There are two subways just a few steps away: on 8th Avenue and 14th Street and on 7th avenue and 12th Street. ALL

from $52.73
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Approx. 137 min walking time to Sugar Hill (11.4 km / 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. 144 min walking time to Sugar Hill (12 km / 7 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 $68.83
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Approx. 147 min walking time to Sugar Hill (12.3 km / 8 miles)

151 East Houston Street, Lower East Side

from $91.71
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Pod Brooklyn

Brooklyn
Approx. 151 min walking time to Sugar Hill (12.6 km / 8 miles)
Party HostelSolo Traveller

247 Metropolitan Avenue

from $123.36
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Approx. 153 min walking time to Sugar Hill (12.8 km / 8 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 $170.79
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Approx. 156 min walking time to Sugar Hill (13 km / 8 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

106 Bowery 2FL

from $61.06
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Jg Sohotel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 156 min walking time to Sugar Hill (13 km / 8 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 $78.88
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Approx. 157 min walking time to Sugar Hill (13.1 km / 8 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

81 Bowery, 2nd Floor

from $52.75
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Approx. 158 min walking time to Sugar Hill (13.2 km / 8 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. 160 min walking time to Sugar Hill (13.4 km / 8 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

52 Mulberry Street, Chinatown

from $125.03
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Approx. 162 min walking time to Sugar Hill (13.5 km / 8 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly Hostel

154 Madison Street, Lower East Side

from $92.12
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Approx. 174 min walking time to Sugar Hill (14.5 km / 9 miles)

102 Greenwich Street

from $96.51
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Approx. 247 min walking time to Sugar Hill (20.6 km / 13 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

820 39th Street

from $76.31
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Approx. 290 min walking time to Sugar Hill (24.1 km / 15 miles)

"…Welcome to your private, spacious king-size bedroom located in a charming two-family house in the heart of a quiet suburban neighborhood in Queens, New York. The room offers a peaceful retreat with

from $34.62
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Sugar Hill’s Timeless Beat

A place where you can experience New York’s creative heartbeat without the tourist crowds, Sugar Hill is a neighborhood rich in history, music, and culture. Famous for its role in the Harlem Renaissance, it still carries a soul that speaks to travelers today. The streets are filled with classic brownstones, leafy blocks, and landmarks that tell stories of its powerful past.

For backpackers and budget travelers, Sugar Hill offers something unique: a genuine local vibe mixed with timeless New York energy. Hostels near Sugar Hill make it easy to stay connected to the city while enjoying a sense of community.

Landmarks

Sugar Hill is packed with places that carry real history and culture. These sites remain relevant no matter how much the city changes.

  • City College of New York – A beautiful campus with Gothic-style buildings, often called “Harvard on the Hill.”
  • Hamilton Grange – The preserved home of Alexander Hamilton, a founding father of the United States.
  • Morris-Jumel Mansion – Manhattan’s oldest house, filled with history from the Revolutionary War era.
  • Harlem Renaissance spots – Sugar Hill was home to many artists, writers, and musicians who shaped Harlem’s golden age.

Transportation

Getting around from Sugar Hill is simple and reliable. Subways and buses have been serving this neighborhood for decades, keeping you connected to the rest of New York.

  • A, B, C, D subway lines – Fast trains that take you downtown in minutes.
  • 1 subway line – A local route that connects you through the west side of Manhattan.
  • City buses – Frequent buses run across and down the island, perfect for shorter trips.

Amenities

Sugar Hill offers everyday comforts that make life easy for travelers. These places have been part of the neighborhood for years and are dependable stops.

  • Local diners and cafés – Great for a quick coffee or breakfast without spending too much.
  • Parks and green spaces – Places like St. Nicholas Park are perfect for relaxing after exploring.
  • Community vibe – Small shops, grocery stores, and bakeries give you a taste of real New York living.

Culture and Tips

Sugar Hill is more than landmarks—it is about the stories and people who lived here. The neighborhood’s roots in jazz and poetry still echo today, and walking through the streets feels like stepping into a living museum.

Travelers should take time to enjoy the slower pace here compared to downtown Manhattan. Explore side streets, listen for live music in nearby Harlem, and take in the murals and artwork that celebrate local history.

Why Stay Here

Sugar Hill, Manhattan is a smart choice for backpackers looking for something authentic, affordable, and inspiring. With its mix of history, local energy, and good transport links, it gives you a strong base to experience New York City without losing the neighborhood feel.

  • Historic landmarks – Timeless places that connect you to New York’s past.
  • Easy transport – Subways and buses keep you close to the city center.
  • Local atmosphere – Community life that feels genuine and welcoming.
  • Budget-friendly vibe – Affordable options that make long stays possible.

Strike the right balance between culture, convenience, and authenticity, and you’ll find yourself in Sugar Hill, Manhattan—a district that holds a special place in New York’s story. With timeless landmarks, a strong community spirit, and easy transport links, it remains an evergreen spot to explore. For backpackers, it offers more than just another city trip—you’ll leave with memories that feel larger than life.

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