1291 Manhattan

( 1 star , New York , United States )

The fun and attractive 1-star 1291 Hostel is in the centre of all the excitement of New York City, near Times Square and Central Park. The hostel is right next to Broadway, so it’s the perfect place to be if you want to catch a top class show! You’re also near the Pond in Central Park, a perfect place for a romantic date rowing in one of the rental boats. Carnegie Hall is just a few blocks away, this renowned venue has featured many star performers of classical music. If you can’t afford the show, head to the mouth watering Carnegie deli for one of their famous pastrami sandwiches.The rooms are quite small, but cosy and colourful. They are freshly painted and attractively colour coordinated between the bed coverlets, curtains and wall hangings. The basic rooms have a double bed, radio and a fridge. The bathrooms are shared. The top rooms have some extras including a queen sized bed and a TV. There are also fans and heating for the comfort of the guests.There is a self-serve, 24-hour, all-you-can-eat toast, cereal, milk, tea and coffee breakfast (included in the price). There are also other great amenities like a kitchen per floor at guests' disposal (shared between 8/10 rooms), skateboard rental, bike rental, bus tours of the city, outdoor garden with seating, video rental, shuttle bus to the airport, free local phone calls and cheap internet access. There is also a TV lounge, safe for valuables, wireless internet in public areas and a left luggage office. Excellent location near Broadway and in central Manhattan!