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New York - International Student Center

About the place

Hostel
Great 8.3 star expand_more

Located in a beautiful, residential neighborhood, the International Student Center (ISC), is a landmark brownstone, located in Manhattan on the Upper West Side. We welcome students, lifelong learners, and world travelers, from near and far. One of the absolute best parts about staying in a place like ours, is getting to make new friends from corners of the world. Whether traveling solo or with a group, you are welcome here.

As a small and centrally located hostel, you’ll find charm, comfort, and convenience here. We are a ½ block to Central Park, restaurants, cafes, shops, and the subway. Museums, iconic sites, food markets, and other amenities nearby.

Internet / wi-fi Free
Linen Free
Communal kitchen
Lockers in common areas Free

Social and fun

Great for city breaks Alcohol allowed Outside area / patio Common area / room Board games Musical instruments on site Lounge

Info & Price

Surroundings

The Upper West Side is one of the friendliest neighborhoods in New York City, boasting an amazing range of restaurants, jazz bars, museums, and cultural centers within walking distance. We are located half a block away from Central Park & the nearest subway station.

Directions

Address: 38 West 88th Street, 10024, New York, USA
Train station
Penn Station
Subway
86 St
Districts
West Side
Uptown
Upper West Side

Landmarks

Good to know

Lockers in common areas
Free
Internet / wi-fi
Free
City maps
Free
Towel

Since 1953, our nonprofit has been bringing people together as a means to build peace and understanding by offering affordable and accessible accommodations in the heart of New York City. By staying at the ISC, you become a part of our global community committed to building a more respectful, sustainable, and just world - one friendship at a time.

Food

Communal kitchen Supermarket / convenience store Shopping district / mall near by

Shared room details

Blanket
Free
Linen
Free
Air conditioning Power sockets Minimum age

Private room details

Blanket
Free
Housekeeping
Free
Air conditioning Power sockets

Check-in details

3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out details

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Minimum age
Minimum age of at least 1 person to check in at the front desk: 18
Payment methods
Cash Mastercard Visa
Languages spoken
Document required at check-in for non resident guests: Passport
Document required at check-in for resident guests: Driver's license
Lockers in common areas
Free
Luggage / storage room
Important information

In times of uncertainty and your peace of mind, we recommend you select a flexible rate with free cancellation. If your plans change, you can always cancel free of charge until the cancellation expires.

Check-in is 3pm-10pm. Our hostel is located in a historic brownstone building with lots of stairs & NO elevator or accessible ramps.

Please note: guests staying at ISC must be over 18 years (unless part of a school group or staying in a private room with a legal guardian).

Latest reviews

Great 8.3 star expand_more
8.1
Atmosphere 8.1
8.3
Staff 8.3
8.3
Location 8.3
8.2
Cleanliness 8.2
8.3
Facilities 8.3
8.3
Safety 8.3
8.3
Value 8.3

These reviews are from real customers who have stayed at this hostel.

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Paul
9.4
Fantastic

Nice place

Ysaline
8.9
Great
The welcome and accommodation are worth all the gold in the world

The reception was simply amazing. The owner of the hostel is welcoming and caring. I felt at home, after talking about my insecurities from my first solo trip. I can only recommend this hostel because it is incredible.

Juliette
10.0
Fantastic
Youth hostel very well located, with a more than perfect welcome!

The hostel is located right in front of central park, and next to the metro, a very nice location! We had an extremely warm welcome and they were very accommodating for the luggage deposit, but also to advise us of places to visit. The common areas are very good and cozy, and the kitchen is very well equipped. Cleaning is done every day, and the bathrooms are very clean. Go there if you like hostels, you will be very well off!

Juliette
10.0
Fantastic
Unbelievable!!!

10/10, lovely staff, great atmosphere, easy to meet people to visit the city and top location! ?

Antonio
9.0
Fantastic

The location is great. A few steps from the metro station. The girl that received me at night was very nice and helpful.

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