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The Local - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Grand Central Terminal

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Down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Front of property
Reception
Terrace/patio
At The Local - Hostel, Grand Central Terminal is just a stone's throw away. Discover your new favorite artist at the on-site art gallery or enjoy live music and stunning city views from the rooftop terrace.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Computer station

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

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  • 100 sq ft
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Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
13-02 44th Avenue, Long Island City, NY, 11101

What's nearby

  • United Nations Headquarters - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Rockefeller Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Grand Central Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Broadway - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Times Square - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Teterboro, NJ (TEB) - 21 min drive
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 27 min drive
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 46 min drive
  • Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 54 min drive
  • Stewart Intl. Airport (SWF) - 108 min drive
  • Woodside Station - 4 min drive
  • Long Island City Hunterspoint Avenue Station - 14 min walk
  • Long Island City Station - 20 min walk
  • 23 St. - Ely Av. Station - 3 min walk
  • 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station - 7 min walk
  • Long Island City - Court Sq. Station - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Focal Point Beer Co - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chef Papa Vietnamese Kitchen LIC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yi Fang Taiwan Fruit Tea - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Halal Food Cart Stand - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Local - Hostel

The Local - Hostel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: 23 St. - Ely Av. Station is 3 minutes and 45 Rd. - Court House Sq. Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 137 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free offsite parking within 20 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2014
  • ATM/banking
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Art gallery on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laundry detergent

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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.

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 pets allowed at The Local - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Local - Hostel?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Local - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Local - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Resorts World Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Local - Hostel and nearby?

The Local - Hostel has an arcade.

What's the area around The Local - Hostel like?

The Local - Hostel is in Queens, a short 3-minute walk from 23 St. - Ely Av. Station.

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