Rest your feet in the cinema room, watching some of your favorite movies and shows. The Continental offers over 260 beds in spacious rooms with high ceilings. The hostel also offers an activity desk staffed by multilingual team members who will help you plan tours and other activities. There is no lockout procedure.

Continental Hostel's newly renovated accommodation is clean and comfortable with a variety of bedding options, including shared guest rooms with newly renovated shared bathrooms. A housekeeping service is provided for guests (on request), on a daily basis. The hostel provides free subway/bus maps and city guides, and sheets, blankets, pillows and towels.

The hostel is steps from Riverside Park, minutes from Central Park, and surrounded by restaurants catering to international cuisine, and specialty shops. Local attractions include: Lincoln Centre Riverside Park Columbia University Guggenheim Museum

The subway is just 2 blocks away and within minutes the rest of what New York City has to offer is within easy access. Car parking available with public parking garage next door for a cost of USD 32 / 24 hours with hotel's coupon. The coupon will be provided at front desk on request. The hostel offers easy access to and from any location. Just steps from the 1 or 9 subway line, you are moments away to The "Worlds Famous Harlem" district or Times Square. From the Major airports you can take from JFK the A train to meet the 1 or 9 line uptown and exit at 96th Street station, then walk down 1 block to 95th Street, and 1 block west to West End Ave, we are of the corner. From LGA jump on the M60 bus and exit at Broadway and west 106th Street, then walk to 95th street and follow the rest of the instructions, or jump on the 1 or 9 line for 1 stop and exit at 96th street station, then follow the previous directions. From the Port Authority walk to Times Square station and take the 1 or 9 line and follow the same instructions. From Penn Station again follow the 1 or 9 line uptown, and follow the instructions. Or just hop in a famous Yellow Cab.

Conveniently located in the fashionable Upper West Side, this hostel attracts youthful, and budget-conscious guests who enjoy the ambiance of tree-lined streets in the midst of the big city. The hostel features a 2,500 square foot lounge and activity centre with an outdoor garden and seating area; the perfect place for making new friends and sharing stories about your trip. Spend afternoons, or evenings playing billiards, ping pong, foosball, surfing the web, playing video games, or just hanging out and meeting new people. Minimum age for youngsters travelling without adults: 17 years old.

Payment Information: This hostel does not accept credit cards. The full amount of payment will be made in cash or travellers cheques upon arrival. Upon check-in, photo identification and a credit card are required for incidental charges. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges. Extended Stay Hostel: 30 days or more. No penalties for early check-out. **When booking more than 5 rooms, different cancellation policies may apply**

Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged. Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome. All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room. Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged. VAT and city/tourist taxes: 13.375 % Tax is not included. Service charge is included. USD 3.50 city/tourist tax per room per night is not included. Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge. Meal Plan: This hotel has no meal services. Parking: Free Public parking is possible on streets nearby. Pets: Pets are not allowed.