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title: "West Side YMCA Hostel, New York (NY) | StayVersus"
description: "West Side YMCA Hostel in New York (NY): rated 7.3 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hostel · ★★
# West Side YMCA Hostel

Manhattan, New York (NY), United States

7.3 ·  Good 2,069 reviews ·  #598 #598 of 657 in New York (NY) ·  8.9 Location score
## About West Side YMCA Hostel

West Side YMCA Hostel is a hostel in Manhattan, New York (NY), United States. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 7.3 out of 10 across 2,069 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, gym, free wi-fi. It is 2.5 km from the centre of New York (NY). The nearest airport, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), is 9.2 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 350

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 3

5 West 63rd Street

## How West Side YMCA Hostel scores

Better rated than 10% of hotels in New York (NY)

-   Guest rating **7.3**
-   Location **8.9**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **6.5**
-   Beach access **0.0**
-   Public transport **9.6**

New York (NY) average

## Amenities

Swimming poolBarGymFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Sauna
-   Steam room
-   Massage
-   Gym

### Food & drink

-   Bar
-   Room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   In-room safe
-   Blackout curtains

### Accessibility

-   Wheelchair accessible

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.9**/10

- **Walk grade:** **100**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **39**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Hallet’s Cove</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">66th Street (IRT Ninth Avenue Line)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">220 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">LaGuardia Airport (LGA)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">New York (NY)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Sesame Street60 m
-   American Folk Art Museum170 m
-   The American Museum of Natural History Planetarium Authority170 m
-   Central Park Carousel210 m
-   Museum of Biblical Art230 m
-   Big Apple Circus240 m

## West Side YMCA Hostel: in detail

West Side YMCA Hostel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hostel. Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hostel. Reception services such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Room amenities like room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. The hostel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Each accommodation at West Side YMCA Hostel is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the hostel offers linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction. In select rooms, guests at the hostel can enjoy top-notch in-room entertainment with television and cable TV available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, the presence of a refrigerator can be found. Understanding the significance of bathroom facilities in enhancing visitor contentment, hostel offers a hair dryer and toiletries within a few chosen chambers. Experience the delight of a fresh morning by savoring excellent coffee at the cafe situated within hostel. Experience an unforgettable evening with your fellow travelers just a short distance away, at hostel's bar. Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from hostel's self-service vending machines whenever you please. Throughout the day, engage in the entertaining activities available at West Side YMCA Hostel. Unwind after a long day by stopping by massage, steam room and sauna to rejuvenate your senses. Each day at hostel, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps. For individuals who don't want to skip their exercise routine, visiting the hostel fitness center ensures you maintain your vitality and wellness.

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## Questions about West Side YMCA Hostel

### How do guests rate West Side YMCA Hostel?

West Side YMCA Hostel has a guest rating of 7.3 out of 10 from 2,069 reviews, which is better than 10% of rated hotels in New York (NY).

### What are the check-in and check-out times at West Side YMCA Hostel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does West Side YMCA Hostel have a pool?

Yes, West Side YMCA Hostel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at West Side YMCA Hostel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is West Side YMCA Hostel from the airport?

The nearest airport, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), is 9.2 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does West Side YMCA Hostel have?

West Side YMCA Hostel has 350 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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