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The Local - Hostel

2.0 star property
Long Island City hostel in Queens with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour business center

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Terrace/patio
View from property
Full-size fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk

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Map
13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101
  • Grand Central Terminal
    5 min drive
  • Niforos Coffee Shop
    2 min walk
  • 23 St. - Ely Av. Station
    3 min walk
  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
    27 min drive

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HI New York City - Hostel

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Business services
Housekeeping
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
The price is $159
per night
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
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About the neighborhood

Long Island City

Located in Queens, The Local - Hostel is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Empire State Building and Grand Central Terminal. This 137-room hostel welcomes guests with a bar/lounge and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a rooftop terrace.
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What's nearby

  • Grand Central Terminal - 5 min drive
  • 5th Avenue - 5 min drive
  • Broadway - 6 min drive
  • Rockefeller Center - 6 min drive
  • Times Square - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • 23 St. - Ely Av. Station - 3 min walk
  • Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station - 14 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Court Square Diner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ramen Spot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lately Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Inkan - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Yi Fang Taiwan Fruit Tea - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Local - Hostel

Long Island City hostel in Queens with a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour business center
Guests of The Local - Hostel enjoy a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. A stay here includes free offsite parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport down comforters. Refrigerators, microwaves, and dishwashers are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Greek, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Games
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the 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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No alcohol is permitted at The Local - Hostel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

What is there to do close to The Local - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Queens, close to Grand Central Terminal, 5th Avenue, and Rockefeller Center. You'll also find Central Park and Empire State Building within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Local - Hostel?

As of Dec 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Local - Hostel on Jan 21, 2025 start from $119.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Local - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does The Local - Hostel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Local - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Local - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Local - Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a down comforter as well as a bar and live shows.

Does The Local - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does The Local - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Local - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Local - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Local - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Local - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Local - Hostel?

The closest major airport to The Local - Hostel is LaGuardia Airport (LGA), which is 7.8 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Teterboro, NJ (TEB), which is located 14.6 mi away (21-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Local - Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at The Local - Hostel.

The Local - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 831 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 831 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 831 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 831 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 831 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Nikka

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, I did not have a good experience. I checked in at about 9:00 PM. I was attempting to pay my hotel deposit with tears running down my face from how windy it outside. I couldn’t see the card machine it was so bad, and the front desk lady just stared at me as I struggled. Finally I asked for some tissues so I could see and she said no. Not even getting to the worst part. I get to my room, plop my clothes down on a chair, and step into a shower. And step into cold water. The shower room was the size of a closet, and inside was an inch of overflowing water. My clothes were soaked, and who knows what was in the water. I go back to the front desk lady and she brings up a vacuum. At this point 3 people were sleeping in my room, and none of them had reported the flooding. The vacuum failed and we had to get the bartender. He was very nice and helped swap some dollars for quarters to dry my soaked clothes. He’s the only reason this review isn’t one star. At the end the front desk woman looks at me and says “Are you good.” No, I was not good. It was an hour and a half later, I had dying to go to sleep as soon as I stepped into the hostel, and she had not shown an ounce of respect. I was not good. I finally got my shower and had to go back for my clothes. And I will not be going back there again. Thank you to that random bartender, he was very sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunghyun

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pro: Very clean and a great set up. Safe. Staff is excellent. Con: With on site bar, loud noise long into night. Rooms are hot, although the AC was not turned on because of others in the rooms preference.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing. The view from the roof is incredible. Laundry on site is $4 for a small load of clothes to wash and dry.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Furkan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo M

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I would have never booked this had I known there would be a rooftop concert on the roof of the hostel building late into the night. I’m in my 60s and couldn’t sleep at all, and had a long road trip the next morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, and vibe
Location is wonderful and the view from the roof is amazing. After looking at what I spent per night, I am unsure if I think its "affordable" for just one bed, but perhaps thats just part of Brooklyn accommodation. I loved the common spaces, cafe and beer bar, and access to laundry was an added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Liliana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is good for young travelers who can share a variety of activities. Requesting towels takes time to be provided as it depends on availability. Fridges are small showing traveler’s food packed in disorganized view. I could not put any food in due to lack of space. In general, it was a calm stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great environment.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ty

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solo female traveler
For the price it was very good, and if you get roomies they’re usually quiet and keep to themselves
View from top of stairs
Rooftop area
View from rooftop
View from rooftop
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rowin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Won’t visit again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadeem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Angie

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s ok. The staff was nice and went out of his way to help me. I forgot his name but he was extremely helpful! Thank you! But the lady who checked me in did not look like she wants to be there. Although it was 2am so I guess thats understandable. The AC was weird because it was in and out. But for a budget hostel it was good and they have a free welcome drink.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024