The Local - Hostel

2.0 star property
Long Island City hostel in Queens with rooftop terrace and 24-hour business centre
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

Photo gallery for The Local - Hostel

Down duvets, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
View from property
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101
  • Empire State Building
    5 min drive
  • Chrysler Building
    6 min drive
  • United Nations Headquarters
    6 min drive
  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia)
    27 min drive

Room options

Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed) - Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed in a 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

Bed in a 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Beds

Private Queen Room with Ensuite Bathroom (1 bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed in a 4 Bed Male Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

Bed in a 4 Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Long Island City

At The Local - Hostel you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Empire State Building and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Grand Central Terminal. Highlights at this hostel include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business centre and a rooftop terrace. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this Queens hostel, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Central Park and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Bryant Park.

What's nearby

  • Grand Central Terminal - 5 min drive
  • United Nations Headquarters - 6 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 rooftop terrace and 24-hour business centre
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre and coworking spaces are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at The Local - Hostel.

This Long Island City hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 137 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
The Local - Hostel offers 137 shared accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Beds feature down duvets. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 transport

  • Free offsite parking within 6 metres
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea 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 centre
  • 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 bathroom
  • 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 accommodation

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed 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-authorise 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at The Local - Hostel.
  • 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

Are there any beaches close to The Local - Hostel?

The closest beach to The Local - Hostel is Coney Island Beach (20.4 km).

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

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Local - Hostel on 3 Nov 2024 start from NZ$291.70, including 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Local - Hostel?

No, The Local - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Local - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Local - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Local - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 803 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 803 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kabinet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the bar inside the building with a nice sitting area and the projector.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Serena

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samara

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

8/10 Good

Reza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Other than hot water not available most of the time all fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jozlyn

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve come here twice now and it’s been a good experience both times. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Too much ambient noise. Music constantly plays in lobby area and on roof. Housekeeping crew is very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On return from international conference
Funky chi hostel close to the metro. Loved the industrial open plan spacious feel and the bar was a bonus needed after a long day of international travel. Unfortunately the check in system was down so took half an hour to check in, which was frustrating as I was tired. The staff were very apologetic. Loved the roof top city manhattan skyline view. Unfortunately noise from such came through the AC window unit so had a hard time getting to sleep. Loved that it was an easy walk or jog to the ferry to Roosevelt Island - great for a 4 mile run and very scenic. A must do!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My best hostel exp.: 20-min from MidTown NYC
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Housekeeping crew is top notch. After a mass checkout of young backpackers, they ladies and gentlemen got the corridors and common areas sparkling.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot water for shower has been excellent except for the past two days.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is mostly a mellow environment, but some events take place in the bar by the entrance or on the roof.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well-run hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024