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Featured Hostels in Long Island

The Local
The Local
2 out of 5
13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY
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The price is NT$1,495 per night

Located in Queens, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Roosevelt Island, United Nations Headquarters, and 5th Avenue. Empire State Building and Grand Central ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (536 reviews)

"Really enjoyed my stay. They are trying so hard to keep guests entertained during this crazy time!"…"

Reviewed on 2020/4/5

The Local
NY Moore Hostel
NY Moore Hostel
2 out of 5
179 Moore Street, Brooklyn, NY
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The price is NT$2,152 per night

Located in East Williamsburg, this hostel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Brooklyn Bridge Park, Prospect Park, and Barclays Center Brooklyn. Washington Square Park ...…

3.9/5Very Good! (364 reviews)

"The place was great. I only stayed one night but the employees were kind and answered all my questions."…"

Reviewed on 2020/2/10

NY Moore Hostel
Green Point YMCA
Green Point YMCA
2 out of 5
99 Meserole Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
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Located in Greenpoint, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of United Nations Headquarters, Roosevelt Island, and 5th Avenue. Chrysler Building is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) ...…

2.9/5 (317 reviews)

"My friend Johnny set me up at this location and it was on POINT"…"

Reviewed on 2020/3/8

Green Point YMCA
Flushing Ymca
Flushing Ymca
2 out of 5
138-46 Northern Blvd. , Flushing, NY
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Located in Queens, this hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Citi Field. St. John's University and Bronx Zoo ...…

3/5 (268 reviews)

"It is very close to everything and quite clean. I've stayed there about five times and would stay there again..."…"

Reviewed on 2019/12/9

Flushing Ymca
Rainbow Guesthouse
Rainbow Guesthouse
2.5 out of 5
1507 ave O, Brooklyn, NY
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Located in Midwood, this hostel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Prospect Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Barclays Center Brooklyn and New York Aquarium. Brooklyn Botanic ...…

2.1/5 (17 reviews)

"All joyyyyyyyyy as Cheapppppppppppllpp coc placee in Nyc. Peaceeeeeeeesse"…"

Reviewed on 2019/7/24

Rainbow Guesthouse
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Ravel Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Ravel Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
4 out of 5
8-08 Queens Plaza South, Long Island City, NY
The price is NT$3,093 per night
3.8/5Good! (1,873 reviews)

"check in was welcoming & quick. room had a nice layout, comfy bed. my two complaints were that both the shower & tub had someone else’s hair there... doesn’t look like it was cleaned. shower floor looked like it wasn’t cleaned either, mold spots on the floor too. king size bed only had two pillows. ..."…"

Reviewed on 2020/6/2

Ravel Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hilton Garden Inn Melville
Hilton Garden Inn Melville
3 out of 5
1575 Round Swamp Rd, Plainview, NY
The price is NT$3,471 per night
4.4/5Excellent! (947 reviews)

"This was a good stay. The staff was very responsive to my needs. They wore masks and did a good job with creating a safe environment for their guests."…"

Reviewed on 2020/5/29

Hilton Garden Inn Melville
Hilton Garden Inn Queens/JFK Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Queens/JFK Airport
3 out of 5
14818 134th St, Jamaica, NY
The price is NT$2,522 per night
3.8/5Good! (1,482 reviews)

"Convenient to New York State, Queens JFK , and the south conduit."…"

Reviewed on 2020/5/3

Hilton Garden Inn Queens/JFK Airport
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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Long Island?
If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Long Island, one of the 14 hostels here could be a great option for you. Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. We’ve heard good things about the aquarium and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Long Island?
Wondering where other travelers have booked rooms in Long Island? These are a few popular options that may have more budget-friendly rates: Ravel Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Union St. Station. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Union Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Homewood Suites Melville - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Hilton Garden Inn Queens/JFK Airport - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel.
What's the seasonal weather like in Long Island?
The weather can be important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 25°F. Average annual rainfall for Long Island is 46.24 inches.
What is there to see and do in Long Island?
In general, Long Island is known for its beaches, live music, and restaurants. Top attractions include Port Jefferson and Splish Splash Water Park. Get out into nature with places like Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Prospect Park, and Brooklyn Bridge Park. Cultural attractions include NYCB Theatre at Westbury, Brooklyn Museum, and Suffolk Theater.
What's the best way to get around Long Island?
You can fly into the closest airport, which is New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.), 43.9 mi (70.6 km) away. Another option is New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia), situated 46.4 mi (74.7 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transit to get around. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Jamaica 179 St. Station, 169 St. Station, and Far Rockaway - Mott Av. Station. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Medford Station, Yaphank Station, or Bellport Station.

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