Find Cheap Hostels in New York

By going with a hostel you can spend less on lodging and use more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your vacation. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theaters and entertainment venues.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first: Q4 Hotel & Hostel - 2-minute walk from Queens Plaza Station for easy access to public transit. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a pool table. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Lamartine Chelsea – Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of 34 St. - Penn Station and 23 St. Station (8th Av.). Guests can enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. HI New York City - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of 103 St. Station (Broadway). You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. The Local - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of 23 St. - Ely Av. Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. New York Spirit Retreats HOSTEL - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of 23 St. Station (8th Av.) and 28 St. Station (7th Av.). Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi.

If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in New York, one of Expedia's 12 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 36°F. Average annual precipitation for New York is 53 inches.

In general, New York is known for its theaters, skyscrapers, and museums. Major attractions include Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and Madison Square Garden. Get out into nature with places like Central Park, Bryant Park, and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Cultural attractions include Radio City Music Hall, Lincoln Center, and Barclays Center Brooklyn.

Keep this information about transit options in and around New York in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 6.4 mi (10.3 km) away. An alternative is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), located 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. Take advantage of metro transit at Times Sq. - 42 St. Station, 42 St. - Port Authority Bus Terminal Station, and 42 St. - Bryant Pk. Station. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Penn Station, New York W 32nd St. Station, or Grand Central - 42 St. Station.