A CHEAP place to stay in NYC | West YMCA New York, New York

[@israeltrevino]

Hey thanks for the video! My wife and I were looking for cheap places. We’ve been to NYC several times and we just want a place to sleep not hang out there. I came across this YMCA and looked it up on YT and found y’all’s video. This sealed the deal for us. Thanks for the great video! I’ll update my comment once we fly back home.

[@HereforaMoment]

Oh wow! Thanks for watching. Yes, please let us know how your trip goes.

[@jester1cp]

Don't do it! I just left the place early. I had their best room. One of the only ones with a bathroom in the room. Bed was HARD AS A ROCK, and you will get no sleep.😢 I left knowing I would not get 140 dollars refunded for checking out early. And was fine with it.

[@HereforaMoment]

If you find a better place to stay for that price let me know.

[@israeltrevino]

@@jester1cp I’m sorry you had a bad experience. I agree the beds were hard but we were so exhausted from being out all day long we knocked out. I don’t like spending money on hotels that we won’t spend much time in since we’re out exploring.

[@HereforaMoment]

This really is why we like to stay there. It’s just a safe place to close our eyes.

[@doodsanddudes]

Cool little place. Seems it is a great place to lay your head when busy out and about!

[@HereforaMoment]

It was really a cool spot. We really didn’t know what to expect but was impressed. We didn’t want to pay 300 a night an really not spend anytime there. We would recommend it. Thanks for watching

[@doodsanddudes]

@@HereforaMoment it’s a great idea if your out adventuring all day for sure.

[@cristo.012]

Hola mil disculpa por no saber hablar inglés soy español de Canarias y en septiembre boy a viajar por primera vez en 50 años a mi segundo país favorito estados Unidos después de España mi país es usa 😂 voy a nueva york a ese hotel precisamente 3 noches después me voy a los ángeles california al hotel kawada gracias de corazón por aver enseñado ese hotel en mi tierra ese hotel seria de 4 estrellas 😂 gracias y saludos desde Canarias España 🇺🇲🇪🇦👍

[@HereforaMoment]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching and let us know how your trip goes

[@V.T.1989]

Done hopped it up since I stayed there. Great video

[@HereforaMoment]

Oh wow! When were you there? We really enjoyed our time there and would stay again. Thanks for watching

[@V.T.1989]

Heck I've been staying there since early 2003,last time I was there was 2019,they were renovating.

[@nickt2699]

Good day! Firstly, I'd like to say I find it great to see you're actively helping all, especially the more recent comments. It's very reassuring to know you're both very active on the subject and have first-hand experience staying at the hostel! I've done research, but they were either quite old or particularly insufficient on specific info. There's one thing I'd like to ask, so far: What plug type do they have / need? (e.g. Type-A, Type-B ?) Sorry there could be more questions...I'll try remember to let you know how it goes (in couple months time!) Thank you!

[@HereforaMoment]

We just had one or two regular 110 plugs in the room.

[@nickt2699]

​​@@HereforaMomentHi. I promised I'd provide my personal review; I've finished my 4-day stay at the hostel recently. Given my few anticipations of the hostel via some online research, it had met my expectations in a few nice ways. The wall sockets (3-pinned) were good and plenty in the room I slept in (like the one in this video). Room was well-insulated for January winter, and bed was comfy (although it liked to creak a lot). Again, helpful video. Thank you for sharing insight and your reply!

[@Melissa0774]

The sign in the lobby says guest rooms and tenants? People can live there long term?

[@AndyandRachel]

Glad we found your channel through your eclipse video :) Happy to be new subs! We brought our kids to NYC a year ago and they would love to go back. Watching this one for tips. I had no ideas you could stay at a YMCA and we were members and used our membership all over the country for years. Man NYC is so expensive!!! $100 a night is great for NYC but man for $100 a night in other locations could get you so much more. Thanks for sharing this option.

[@HereforaMoment]

Thanks for subbing! Really appreciate it.

[@alvaroaugustomeridio]

Hi! Looking to visit NY too, our only concern is toilet, what's this semi private? How many rooms per toilet? Thanks

[@HereforaMoment]

Hi there! Thank you for watching! Hope you are well also! The semi private bathroom has a single shower, sink and toilet with a locked door, but it’s not in your room. They are down the hall. A shared bathroom has shower stalls and toilets stalls in one big bathroom. Much like a public swimming pool. I hope I’ve explained it well.

[@RodrigoFaulstich]

Hello, nice video. Is there any kind of kitchen to prepare fast meals?

[@HereforaMoment]

There isn’t unfortunately. A lot of food around the YMCA but not for individuals to cook in. Thanks for watching

[@Yilsiritt]

Hello! the room includes bath products? soap, shampoo? Thank you!

[@HereforaMoment]

They don’t unfortunately. There is a soap dispenser on the wall in the shower so I would bring your own. There also is like a target a block away where you could buy some if you need it. Thanks for watching

[@kklundx5]

We are going there in a few days. Are all the shared bathrooms like that? Was that a semi shared bathroom?

[@HereforaMoment]

So cool! You will have it let us know how your experience is. So we got the semi private bathroom which is great because you can lock the door while you are in there. The shared bathrooms are like dormitories where there are like open showers etc. We really liked that we could lock the door and not worry our stuff and didn’t have to worry about other people in the bathroom with us. It wasn’t much extra either. You are also able to use the YMCA facilities too but we really enjoyed the semi private bathrooms. Thanks so much for watching. If you have any other questions feel free to let us know.

[@mayishanawshinafrin5943]

Hello! Hope you are doing well and staying safe. May I please ask what is meant by semi private bathroom in this ymca hotel and what is the difference between shared and semiprivate bathroom? Is it used by 2 or 3 persons? I was searching the website of their hotel but I am not understanding it. I will be grateful for your help.

[@HereforaMoment]

Hi there! Thank you for watching! Hope you are well also! The semi private bathroom has a single shower, sink and toilet with a locked door, but it’s not in your room. They are down the hall. A shared bathroom has shower stalls and toilets stalls in one big bathroom. Much like a public swimming pool. I hope I’ve explained it well.

[@ZookyoMS]

A quick question: did you used the semi-private bathroom? If so, when it is locked from the inside when YOU are inside, so that no othe rguest can use it with their card? Thanks

[@HereforaMoment]

Yes when you locked it people could not get in. We just put our card in the window just to let people know someone was in there. Thanks so much for watching

[@ZookyoMS]

@@HereforaMoment Thank you!

[@HereforaMoment]

You are welcome. Thank you for watching. We really appreciate it.

[@BiancaFernandesss]

Hello! Can you tell me if this hotel has a resort fee? I'm afraid of booking and having surprises in the amount when I check out

[@HereforaMoment]

Hello, there is a 10 dollar fee each day added to your room to allow all registered guest in the room to use the YMCA. You can even go to the classes they have. It’s well worth it in our opinion. Thanks so much for watching and if you have any other questions please let us know.

[@lucasbisoglio3095]

Hello, is there a 24-hour reception? Can you arrive at midnight and can you enter? Thank you.

[@HereforaMoment]

To be honest we are not sure. Being that it is NYC I’m sure they are use to people checking in at all hours but you may just want to check with them and let them know when you are wanting to check in. Sorry we couldn’t help you on this question.

[@tatyanalee2960]

Is there a cafeteria at this YMCA hotel by any chance? Or is there an open place with a microwave and tables where you can warm up your food and have breakfast or lunch. Thank you.

[@HereforaMoment]

Unfortunately they do not. There are vending machines there but a lot of places to eat around there. Breads bakery just down the street and it’s so good. Thanks for watching

[@tatyanalee2960]

@@HereforaMoment Thank you!! 😍

[@HereforaMoment]

@tatyanalee2960 you are welcome

[@angiehorn10]

Do you have to clean your room? Is there always someone at the front desk?

[@HereforaMoment]

Yes it’s like a hostel. They have staff there 24hours

[@margotkaerts9449]

Hi! Were there any hair dryers available in the semi private bathrooms? Thanks!

[@HereforaMoment]

I don’t believe there was. We didn’t see it though.

[@LaiSimWong]

May I ask do they charge security deposit per night (place a hold in our credit card, if so, do they refund promptly)? (other than the $10 fee). Thank you

[@HereforaMoment]

You would have to check in with the YMCA to see. We are not sure but thanks for watching

[@shreyagupta5413]

Could you please explain the difference between shared/semi-private and private washroom?

[@HereforaMoment]

The shared/semi-private washrooms are down the hall from your room. They all are single showers, toilets and sinks so have a lock and you don’t share while you are using it. The private washroom are in your room. We didn’t have any issues with the shared/semi-private. They were more busy in the mornings, as one might expect, but not a long wait.

[@TheWanderingFirefighter]

Nice job :) I wouldn’t be opposed to staying there!

[@HereforaMoment]

It really is nice. If you have done any hostel stays in Europe or anywhere really you would be good with this place. We just couldn’t pay 300 plus a night for a hotel when all we did was shower and sleep there. Thanks for watching.

[@daveicc495]

I just retired and am receiving a very small income. I’m looking to travel to a few cities across the country. Are Y’s good uses for hotels for those who do not receive a large income?

[@HereforaMoment]

Thanks so much for reaching out to us. We know that not every YMCA has a place to stay but we have heard that the ones that do are normally in large cities. This is the only one we have stayed in so can’t speak on behalf of others. This just fit our budget because everything in NYC was 300 plus a night. If you travel across America you will find cheaper accommodations but right now travel is on the more expensive side of things. I hope that helped. Thanks for watching

[@vwdwchallenge]

Actually thought this is great value for NYC❤

[@HereforaMoment]

It really is. We were only finding 300-400 a night so this was perfect for us. We were only in the room to sleep. Thanks so much for watching.

[@vwdwchallenge]

@@HereforaMoment I normally stay at the Pennsylvania but it’s being replaced with a skyscraper soon 👍

[@HereforaMoment]

As if there isn’t enough skyscrapers.lol

[@vwdwchallenge]

@@HereforaMoment my favourite hotel is being torn down in NYC

[@HereforaMoment]

Really sad

[@music-xr4co]

Nice vid, thanks. I stayed here twice recently and just booking again for this year week before xmas..got it for about $457 for 3 days..the $457 included all taxes and fees. The location is perfect with Central Park a very short walk. the building is secure and clean..no worries there. While it is a dorm style room, it ain't that bad if you want to save some money, peace.

[@HereforaMoment]

That’s awesome to hear. Yeah we would for sure stay there again. Clean,safe, and cheap in NYC is a win! Thanks for watching and sharing your great experience!

[@aleeshacollins9545]

Hi I’m from the uk I’m a student and I’m going to nyc next year at Xmas is this one of the best cheap places to stay near Times Square ?

[@HereforaMoment]

Thank you for watching. It’s easily accessible to get to time square but not that close. Everything can be reached by the subway though. I have heard there is a pod type hotel close to time square but not sure what’s it’s called.

[@eduardovazquez1920]

Hello, do you know if the gym has showers?

[@HereforaMoment]

Yes it’s a fully functional YMCA. If you are staying at the hostel you have access to it. Thanks for watching

[@markrios3464]

Just a heads up, this place is averaging around $150/night with fees for a bunk room for June/July 2024. And even though it needs help, the location is hard to beat.

[@HereforaMoment]

Thanks so much. This was 2 august ago so I’m sure it’s gone up but we loved it. Thanks for the heads up

[@tatyanalee2960]

Thank you!!

[@HereforaMoment]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching

[@Wittysiddyworld]

I’ve been renting out a room at the YMCA here in Wilmington, Delaware for the past 9 months for $540 a month…while working at Amazon making 20.25 an hour…I’m loving it! 🤘

[@HereforaMoment]

That’s what I call winning!!!! Thanks for watching

[@leeche87]

I really needed this videi because the reviews of this place are terrible :) but it looks nice in fact...i am going there in one week ..are the semi private bathrooms on each floor? Which floor do you recommend to stay in ?

[@HereforaMoment]

Thanks so much for watching. We enjoyed our stay so much. I am not sure about each level but there was on our floor. Please let us know about your stay when you are done. Would love to hear from you.

[@wanderingWilliam]

I'm due to stay there in two weeks. Is it possible to pay in advance? Your advice would be much appreciated. Thanks 😊😊

[@HereforaMoment]

You will have to contact to YMCA directly for that. Im not sure if they do. Sorry we couldn’t help. Thanks so much for watching

[@stevenmorris4492]

Would anyone recommend travelling to New York alone? (I'm thinking of going)

[@HereforaMoment]

Just like any big city I would just be cautious. Try to do things during the day or in places that have a lot of people. Just be aware of your surroundings. A lot of cool things in NYC.

[@stevenmorris4492]

@@HereforaMoment Thank you.

[@HereforaMoment]

@stevenmorris4492 you are welcome

[@stevenmorris4492]

I went and loved every second. 👍

[@HereforaMoment]

That is so good to hear. Thanks for giving us an update. Really appreciate it

[@Josepe-ob6lj]

Well since I am looking for a cheap place to stay in New York, I would love to know if you shared the room with strangers or it were just you? Did you have your own showers and toilets , or were all the guests able to use it. Is it clean enough to stay there? Are the stuff nice? Is it safe there? And how central is it located? Thanks in advance !!!

[@HereforaMoment]

Thank you for commenting. All of this is covered in the vlog. It is 50 yards from Central Park. We were the only ones in our room. It was very safe. It was clean and the showers were shared but we had a private one to ourselves. It’s very basic but perfect if you are only using it to sleep for the night and explore during the day. Thanks again.

[@Josepe-ob6lj]

@@HereforaMoment very helpful thanks for the quick reply

[@HereforaMoment]

No worries! Thanks for watching

[@undivided6959]

I stayed at the Westside YMCA for a week in September and had a blast. Initially, I was scared because all of the bad reviews but in the end It was all good.

[@HereforaMoment]

Totally agree with you. Yeah we didn’t know what to expect with some of the reviews we read but it worked out perfectly for us.Glad you had a great stay. It’s a great home base for when you are exploring NYC. Thanks so much for watching.

[@leeche87]

Yeah exactly,same here. Did the AC work in room ?

[@undivided6959]

@@leeche87 yeah. A little loud but did the job.

[@thebigd123._.3]

Can you do a 1 am check in?

[@HereforaMoment]

You would have to check that with the YMCA there but I don’t see it being an Issue. NYC never sleeps.

[@sumiyamunkhbaatar3550]

Where did you book the room? Is there a link to the site you made reservations?

[@HereforaMoment]

Hi We actually went direction through the YMCA website there. Here is the link ymcanyc.org/locations/west-side-ymca/guest-rooms

[@nickt2699]

(Someone who visited this hostel during late January, for 4 days. Thought I'd share my personal experience for educative purpose!) I stayed in a room with bunk beds (like the one in this video), a bit constricted and small given the number/size of luggage you'll be carrying, surprisingly well-insulated so it was warm enough during late January winter, enough wall sockets (3-pinned, Type-B. I'd suggest bringing your own multiple-socket extension lead), bed was kind of creaky and noisy, occasional odd noises from the (A/C?) machine in window (also as seen in video), good artificial lighting, tiny bin that at the time filled quickly with litter and occasionally got emptied, clean beds, partially grubby floor surface. Restrooms (Men's communal) at the time got more busy between 7am and 9am. Restrooms were rather compact and small. 3 showers and 3 toilets. Shower doors were partially opaque, suggest swim trunks or hanging your towel above the door. If you are in need of water, there are vending machines with drinks for about $2 or $3, contactless card.

[@HereforaMoment]

Thank you so much for the review! Really appreciate your insight.

[@Wittysiddyworld]

A hundred dollars a night?! Sheeeesh!

[@HereforaMoment]

Yeah great deal for when exploring all day and just needing a place crash at night.

[@Maritoargentino]

I have never been to a prison but this experience I believe was similar, the room was really a cubicle, there was no space to even stretch out, the room was made up of two bunk beds in a sad gray color, the walls were also peeling, the furniture was in poor condition and the corridors with gray doors without any type of decoration completed the prison-style look with one gray door next to another in a wide corridor without any type of decoration. the bathroom then, without words. small with little space to put things and few showers. The location is the only saving point. But if you want comfort and warmth, this place is far from offering it. Get a Airbnb better .. this shitty place is too expensive for nothing

[@HereforaMoment]

Can you get an air b&b for under 100 dollars in NYC?