Near Central Park and 5th Avenue, YMCA West Side offers a perfect blend of urban excitement and relaxation. Take advantage of the outdoor pool, restaurant, gym, elevator access for convenience. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
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About the neighborhood
Manhattan, a neighborhood in New York, is home to YMCA West Side. Rockefeller Center and Grand Central Terminal are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Lincoln Center and American Museum of Natural History. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Radio City Music Hall or Madison Square Garden. Visit our New York travel guide
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Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Frequently asked questions
Does YMCA West Side have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Where is YMCA West Side located?
Located in Manhattan, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Columbus Circle, Central Park, and Lincoln Center. Broadway and Carnegie Hall are also within 10 minutes. 59 St. - Columbus Circle Station and 66 St. - Lincoln Center Station are within a 5-minute walk.
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Reviews
YMCA West Side Reviews
7.0
Good
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This is an amazing YMCA. It’s located next to everything and especially if you’re on a single trip this is where you wanna stay and see the city. Between this and public transit, New York has Affordable. Spend the money on something else not room and Ubers
Like staying at West Side YMCA. Staff are nice and rooms are good.
Gregory
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Anna
Mar 23, 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Excellent location
Anna
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marcus
May 26, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
If you don’t plan to spend much time in your room, this is the cheapest deal you can find. Proximity to Central Park and Columbus Circle subway station was ideal. Wish the bathrooms were cleaned maintained better.
Everything was very good simple check in check out, clean and perfect location
Mariadelia
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Allison
Mar 23, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and having access to the Y's full gym and pool is fantastic. The accommodations are dorm-like, but definitely better than hostel with private bedrooms with a mini fridge and individual shared bathrooms rather than a multi-stall public bathroom. I felt safe, and it was very quiet. Overall, it's not as comfortable as a traditional hotel, but the gym, location, and value make it an excellent option for someone traveling on a budget.
Near Central Park, restaurants. Subway station 10 minutes walk.
Ray
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Douglas
Mar 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spartan accomodations. Which is what u expect for the lower price. Room very small but clean. Bedding is minimal and window heat/air on unit runs non stop and is brutally noisy. Bathroom was clean and close to room. Location excellent. Gym access excellent (for an extra 10 bucks).
Excellent property located in a very convenient spot in NYC, walking distance from so many hotspots and subway stations. Rooms are average but excellent for the cost! Having single person restrooms that you card key into is really nice compared to other hostels. Highly recommend
A SAFE amenity for a single female solo traveler. Loved the security at the late night hours. Amenities were good enough. Women’s bathroom was sometimes clogged toilets but a hot shower and safe place to do business was all I needed. Thank you for letting me check in early for a fee so I could rest. It meant the world to me.
The room was small- BUT WHAT a VIEW!!! Location, Location, Location! A block off Central Park, Lincoln center for morning coffee… it’s an old YMCA - but the ambiance is charming/ just don’t forget your shower slippers. Housekeeping staff - amazing! Children’s art projects displayed in the lobby made my stay perfection!