Title: The Local - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Local - Hostel Artistic vibes fill this New York City hostel where concerts and live shows happen nearby, while coffee breaks, coworking spaces and game nights create community ## Photo gallery for The Local - Hostel ![Bar (on property) - The Local - Hostel (Long Island City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9560000/9554300/9554294/e3525abb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Local - Hostel (Long Island City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9560000/9554300/9554294/50274ef9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed) | Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Local - Hostel (Long Island City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9560000/9554300/9554294/5c12093a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - The Local - Hostel (Long Island City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9560000/9554300/9554294/58f33d2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - The Local - Hostel (Long Island City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9560000/9554300/9554294/580032af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Local - Hostel sits just a stone's throw from Grand Central Terminal. Travelers discover emerging artists in the on-site gallery while the rooftop terrace offers both live music performances and impressive city views throughout the day. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=9554294&PinnedHotelID=9554294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 3+ beds 1 bed Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Bed in a 4 Bed Male Dormitory with Private Bathroom ![Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9560000/9554300/9554294/80819344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in a 4 Bed Male Dormitory with Private Bathroom 8.4 Very good 12 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Dishwasher Separate bedroom Down duvet Private bathroom Microwave Shared/communal kitchen - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.com/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNew-York-Hotels-The-Local.h9554294.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.com/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNew-York-Hotels-The-Local.h9554294.Hotel-Information) ## About the neighborhood Located in Queens, a neighborhood in Long Island City, The Local - Hostel is near a metro station. 5th Avenue and Times Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Central Park and Bryant Park. American Museum of Natural History and American Dream are not to be missed. [Visit our Long Island City travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Long-Island-City.dx127357) [View more Hostels in New York](https://www.expedia.com/New-York-Hostels.d178293-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.74963%2C-73.94762&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=t49GxTACPuNH0_GGI8NyntQMhhA=) 13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101 ### What's nearby - ![Gantry Plaza State Park showing a bay or harbor, a city and kayaking or canoeing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6283704/0830cf84-d2c9-4d28-8408-949cb4b3bdc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gantry Plaza State Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Queensbridge Park showing a river or creek and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6189882/471f1a02-554f-4e88-b24a-6b68ba9baf71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Queensbridge Park 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![New York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533117165/7cba833e-cb9a-4a92-8b3d-76af47b01858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) MoMA PS1 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![United Nations Headquarters which includes a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502049/acefbf4a-2454-4248-b3ce-d3e01a817e07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) United Nations Headquarters 6 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center 5 min drive \- 1.3 miles ### Getting around - 23 St. - Ely Av. Station 3 min walk - Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station 13 min walk - LaGuardia Airport (LGA) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Ramen Spot 7 min walk - Dunkin' 4 min walk - Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ 3 min walk - Greats Of Craft 5 min walk - Focal Point Beer Co 3 min walk ## About this property ### The Local - Hostel Hostel near Grand Central Terminal Consider a stay at The Local - Hostel and take advantage of concerts and live shows, a rooftop terrace, and an art gallery on site. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Books, smoke-free premises, and games - Coworking spaces, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in the lobby - Outdoor furniture, luggage storage, and a water dispenser - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 137 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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In-room microwave - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator - Vending machine - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 24-hour business center - Computer station - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Outdoor furniture - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Stair-free path to entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Visual fire alarm - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Built in 2014 - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Down comforter ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request) - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cleaning supplies - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Shared kitchen access - Toaster - Toaster oven ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Laundry detergent - LED lighting - Recycling - Shared accommodations ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay - Service fee: USD 2.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 80 mi (128.75 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation Alcohol is not permitted at this property This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as Local Hostel Long Island City Local Hostel Local Long Island City The Local The Local Hostel Long City The Local - Hostel Long Island City The Local - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Local - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Local - Hostel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Local - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at The Local - Hostel? ### Where is The Local - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Local - Hostel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 474 8 - Good 313 6 - Okay 88 4 - Poor 23 2 - Terrible 37 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### akshay Dec 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, clean room, helpful people ##### akshay Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Amit Dec 26, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Bed and Toilet can be much much better. Staff is nice and helpful ##### Amit Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebekah Dec 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness The gentleman from graveyard was cery professional and kind and given me some recommendation for nearby coffee and eats. He allowed me to place my bag in storage until checking in. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3009f646-814c-4df0-a68c-1acc03e5e2f8-1764811642894.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0a27e356-a3cd-41d2-aebd-a5c109e004f8-1764811643126.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/387979d1-3b21-4277-b9f9-54b1fe207242-1764811643370.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Rebekah Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### WAI TUNG Nov 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Comfortable private room, little bit cold on several days, need to open the air conditioner if need. Need a strong arm the climb the stair with your luggage. ##### WAI TUNG Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay Mar 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This is a great stay at wonderful rate that is in a very convenient location. Everyone on staff is friendly, a lot of great amenities on location. I would highly recommend this stay. ##### Lindsay Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Miguel Feb 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Super close to the nearest metro stop, felt safe in my room, staff was super accommodating and sweet. would definitely stay here again ##### Miguel Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nils Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great vibe, lovely and very helpful staff - overall great stay! ##### Nils Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose Dec 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The front desk staff was excellent! ##### Jose Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### JUAN Nov 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property is good and the location is very convenient. ##### JUAN Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cedric Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent service, warm welcoming, lots of gratitude and hospitality living there ##### Cedric Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveler Nov 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay when you will spend most of your time out in the town. Clean areas and chilled environment. ##### Verified traveler Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AMER Jun 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed at the Local many times in the past and just recently it’s nice hostel close to every thing like train station,dining places,shopping, Quiet area and the price is affordable . ##### AMER Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tamir Nov 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It's really a good place, clean, quiet and I love the customer service. The receptionist is amazing. ##### Tamir Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roxanne Jan 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful hostel! Plenty of amenities, by far the nicest one I’ve been to so far! ##### Roxanne Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deveon Dec 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Has a great stay especially for my first time in nyc, Ronald was very friendly and gave amazing customer service. Will definitely be returning! ##### Deveon Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Salume Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were really nice and helpful overall, the rooms were cleaner than I thought they would be (makes sense since they have cleaning done to each room weekly or more frequently than that). Would definitely check it out again when doing a short trip to New York ##### Salume Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandrew Jia Ho Jan 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff, great place for the price only thing is the air con unit is really loud ##### Alexandrew Jia Ho Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo M Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best budget stay in NYC! It was a super comfortable stay for a short stopover in New York City. Super close to a lot of the best attractions and restaurants at an excellent price! I’ll definitely go back we ##### Ricardo M Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie Feb 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfertable and cozy Cute place mostly seams to be college age people clean nice welcoming and quiet it’s people but not loud violent or problematic it’s nice like living in a coffee shop with people working and doing homework nice enviroment ##### Stephanie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seth Apr 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Trendy hostel with everything you need. The staff if friendly and helpful. The bar/cafe combo with comfortable seating areas is such a nice touch . ##### Seth Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott Sep 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent friendly service from the front desk staff. Cool space and a very great location to get to everywhere you would want to go in Manhattan and Brooklyn. ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveler Dec 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay Nice and helpful staff. Location near subway, which can approach JFK airport linking by Airtrain. So I can reach the airport around 45mins. Really cool!!! But there are not many restaurants around. ##### Verified traveler Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### AMINUL Nov 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Local Hostel Clean place, lot of space, private. Good for a short-term stay. ##### AMINUL Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jozlyn Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The rooms were good they were clean and a place to lay ur head. The thing that made me want to continue to come back is their lobby, roof top, and bar it made it so easy to be down stairs or on the roof tops and out of the rooms. This place and the atmosphere were great and i will definitely be back. ##### jozlyn Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveler May 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Good location for transportation options, especially public trains and buses. 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