72%Virginia Guest House

it is worth the money you pay. Beds are kind of weird.There is only one toilet and one shower for the male of the floor but as metter of fact,I've never had to wait more than 5 minute2use them.They provide a simple breakfast and free internet.5 minute there is the subway to go downtown.The area... more it is worth the money you pay. Beds are kind of weird.There is only one toilet and one shower for the male of the floor but as metter of fact,I've never had to wait more than 5 minute2use them.They provide a simple breakfast and free internet.5 minute there is the subway to go downtown.The area is not beutiful,but I didn't feel unsafe.Rooms are little noisy,'cos a train pass nearby.It's absolutely ok.close

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by lorenzoguerrasio2200 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

2

Nothing special at all. Good price for what you got. Didnt get room cleaned a single time in six days, all room was boring, no people hung out in the boring lobby. Just a place to sleep during the night basicly!

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by lundgrenolof7896 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

1

GOOD VALUE FOR THE MONEY, HOWEVER VERY SPARTAN ROOMS, NEIGHBORHOOD CAN BE INTIMIDATING TO THE UNLEARNED. ONLY 1 WASHING MACHINE! NO SOAP IN TOILETS, BUT OVERALL VERY CRUDE AND BASIC BUT CLEAN AND SAFE, VERY CLOSE TO SUBWAY. DON'T EXPECT DELUXE AND USE COMMON SENSE AND YOU WON'T BE...

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by ronksch5646 – posted on Nov 19, 2008

1

A nice place - especially for the price. Not to compare with a hotel - but again good value for the money. Oh bring some earplugs, the trains are loud.

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by frankywi – posted on Nov 17, 2008

1

A value that CAN'T be beat. The location is ideal, just above the Upper East Side and barely into Harlem. At times I felt slighty uncomfortable walking through the blocks that contained public housing BUT there where plently of people of all backgrounds within the area. The room could use... more A value that CAN'T be beat. The location is ideal, just above the Upper East Side and barely into Harlem. At times I felt slighty uncomfortable walking through the blocks that contained public housing BUT there where plently of people of all backgrounds within the area. The room could use a good dusting but was clean none the less and the place was spacious and clean. Well worth the low price. Only two blocks away from 6 train.close

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by jbond49413 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

2

Ideal for those on a budget. Clean basic comfortable and great breakfast included. Area was fine, even at night. We had a room that backed on the a railway but if you sleep lightly take ear plugs. it did'nt bother us.

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by angelaskinley3628 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

1

Very nice hotel but the walls and doors are very thin.

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by sroux911290 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

1

Virginia is a great place to stay, when You want to spend some time in NYC without spending much money. It is located near Central Park (about 5 minutes walking) and very close to the underground station. The atmosphere of Harlem is also OK (it is NOT true, that it is dangerous in the night). In... more Virginia is a great place to stay, when You want to spend some time in NYC without spending much money. It is located near Central Park (about 5 minutes walking) and very close to the underground station. The atmosphere of Harlem is also OK (it is NOT true, that it is dangerous in the night). In the morning in the hostel there is free breakfast; all the staff is really nice. Rooms are small but nice. I WOULD LIKE TO COME BACK TO VIRGINIA :)close

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by zgodka – posted on Nov 6, 2008

2

Very good for what you pay and the added breakfast was a nice surprise. The shower was shady though

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by celesteddally6910 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

1

A very basic hostel . The sheets were clean but old (ripped). There was one shower and 1 toilet on our floor which meant at times there was a wait for either. There was no hand soap. If all you are interested in is a room for the night then this place is a good choice as it is cheap which... more A very basic hostel . The sheets were clean but old (ripped). There was one shower and 1 toilet on our floor which meant at times there was a wait for either. There was no hand soap. If all you are interested in is a room for the night then this place is a good choice as it is cheap which gives you more money to spend. Other plus points are that there is internet access, pay phone, and the hostel is very close to the subway.close

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by wendy7832 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

1

The hostel is very goog and cheap/ It's only a few minutes from the subway and bus station. The room was clean and looked nice. Hostel service was helpfull. We recommend it definetely.

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by andrzejbargiel9056 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

1

We had a great time at Virginia Guest House! Staff were very helpful and kind.

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by bredakrsmanc2490 – posted on Oct 25, 2008

1

we had a private room with shared bathroom. They have only one toilet & one shower for each gender per floor! So in the mornings its a pain! Breakfast is included! Internet is free & staff are nice! For the price you pay in New York, its not too bad and the subway is just round the... more we had a private room with shared bathroom. They have only one toilet & one shower for each gender per floor! So in the mornings its a pain! Breakfast is included! Internet is free & staff are nice! For the price you pay in New York, its not too bad and the subway is just round the corner, so its quite good! It maybe located in Spanish Harlem, its safe and great food outlets nearby.close

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by daniellew – posted on Oct 22, 2008

4

Very good and clean place for such a minimum budget..!

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by kaluzova2264 – posted on Oct 15, 2008

1

the kitchen is always crowed of people staff is nice but it is located Harlem area please don't forget to find friend go with you at night

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by gagayl – posted on Oct 10, 2008

5

Good cheap stay!!

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by abriant9637 – posted on Sep 30, 2008

3

Auberge pas chère, pratique pour les petits budgets.

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by maximechasles7615 – posted on Sep 28, 2008

1

I am impressed that the hostel manages to maintain such a high standard with such low prices for their guests, thank you!

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by paola8018 – posted on Sep 23, 2008

1

fiquei durante 10 noites,e o hotel não realiza a limpeza da habitação,os banheiros para uso coletivo também só são limpos uma vez ao dia,mas a localização pelo preço é boa.

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by carinm1688 – posted on Sep 22, 2008

1

I have just spent a entire week in New York and felt perfectly safe in this area of Manhatan, really i thought it would be much scarier but it is not at all and the metro station in like two blocks away. I am a female and I would come home walking from the station to the guesthouse and NEVER felt... more I have just spent a entire week in New York and felt perfectly safe in this area of Manhatan, really i thought it would be much scarier but it is not at all and the metro station in like two blocks away. I am a female and I would come home walking from the station to the guesthouse and NEVER felt in danger whatsoever. the price I paid was ridiculously cheap compared to anything else available in NYCclose

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by elodieboussonniere9487 – posted on Sep 21, 2008

2

The first impression on their customer service wasn´t the best, but after some talking they handled the mistake made by hostelworld.com on my reservation well,so I give´em credit for that. I´d probably go back.

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by alank9893 – posted on Sep 21, 2008

3

Strengths : - Cheap - Air conditionning in the rooms - Free Internet access - Breakfast included (coffee, tea, toasts, marmelade) - near Central Park - really good Staff - rather clean Weaknesses : - showers and restrooms are not convenient - Noise : Subway, horns... In... more Strengths : - Cheap - Air conditionning in the rooms - Free Internet access - Breakfast included (coffee, tea, toasts, marmelade) - near Central Park - really good Staff - rather clean Weaknesses : - showers and restrooms are not convenient - Noise : Subway, horns... In conclusion, Virginia Guest House isn't the most comfortable and cleanest hostel we've ever seen, but it's located in Manhattan and the price is really cheap. I recommand it for little budgets.close

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by hikaru958600 – posted on Sep 21, 2008

1

It's a nice place to stay.

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by esouzajunior2880 – posted on Sep 7, 2008

1

very affordable compared with other nyc hostels! very clean and great staff! they offer flexible service that would allow me to change my room and fit my friend in as well!

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by lijing1228555 – posted on Sep 7, 2008

1

If you need a cheap room, it is good for you. You will have a bed, but nothing else. If you are in New York it is enough, you will be in the city all the time, not in the guesthouse. The free breakfast = coffee + bread + marmalade (every day)

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by bachrathyd8604 – posted on Sep 3, 2008

1

cant fault it, good price at 60 dollars and only needed the basics anyway, free internet is a good touch.

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by curlycurlzuk-693554 – posted on Sep 1, 2008

2

"Breakfast" consists of plain toast and water if you're lucky.

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by stob889741 – posted on Aug 29, 2008

1

This hostel is fine for the price. It is clean and basic and close to the subway. The walk to the subway isn't so nice though.

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by margaretmcbride6914 – posted on Aug 28, 2008

1

All in all, I was very satisfied with the hostel and also with the security INside the hostel. However, the security OUTside is not good. There were even policemen recommanding me to be "Very very careful."

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by matthiasfreese6916 – posted on Aug 27, 2008

1

It was one of the cheapest hostels we found but we liked it ! You get what you payed for. Maybe you can bring your own sleepingbag ans pillow and slippers, we did. The last two days of our vacation we spend in the continental hostel, it was more expensive but not better at all ! There were a lot... more It was one of the cheapest hostels we found but we liked it ! You get what you payed for. Maybe you can bring your own sleepingbag ans pillow and slippers, we did. The last two days of our vacation we spend in the continental hostel, it was more expensive but not better at all ! There were a lot of cockroaches and the staff wasn't friendly ! So the next time we come to NY we choose voor Verginia's Hostel !close

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by carlosarn – posted on Aug 26, 2008

1

The staff and guests were all friendly and wonderful to stay with. The facility is adequate. The location could be a little scary after sunset, especially the walk from the Subway to the hostel. But during the day, it's fine. Suggestion: If you don't feel comfortable walking at night, take the... more The staff and guests were all friendly and wonderful to stay with. The facility is adequate. The location could be a little scary after sunset, especially the walk from the Subway to the hostel. But during the day, it's fine. Suggestion: If you don't feel comfortable walking at night, take the subway up to 86th or 96th St and hail a cab. Or just take the taxi from where you are. It's one of few cheapest private rooms you can get around Manhattan.close

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by athenayc-wong1640 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

1

Peanut butter and jam breakfasts with coffe. internet connection. A/C and tvs in rooms. 2 blocks from subway. in spanish harlem-felt very safe (lone female traveler). my 2nd stay. great prices. shower is a little shoddy, but bathrooms kept very clean and stocked.will visit again.friendly helpful...

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by laurachev – posted on Aug 22, 2008

1

Above all, the location is not so comfortable. Certain existence of "I'm not belonging" kinda feeling discourage me to even make a quick shop for snacks. Other things are just fine for its price.

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by throwitup2elev8819 – posted on Aug 20, 2008

4

Too many rats in the Backyard!

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by valentinaschneck9760 – posted on Aug 20, 2008

1

Very cheap, but rooms not cleaned during your stay and some are prison-like. However, good service (toast, internet for free) and very good value for money. A long way from downtown, but not too unsafe, and does have its own character.

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by dommer4247 – posted on Aug 12, 2008

8

Internet available, nice! After dark little bit scarry neighbourhood.

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by rmulder – posted on Aug 11, 2008

1

Harlem is not known to be great area for tourists, but my friend and I who stayed here felt completely safe. It is some distance from all major attractions, but only a short walk to the subway. Everything was old and worn, but not terribly dirty. Plus, the guy who greeted us was very friendly. He... more Harlem is not known to be great area for tourists, but my friend and I who stayed here felt completely safe. It is some distance from all major attractions, but only a short walk to the subway. Everything was old and worn, but not terribly dirty. Plus, the guy who greeted us was very friendly. He gave us a tour and talked with us about the city and how to get around. The rooms are pretty spacious by NYC standards. If you dont care about location or amenities, this place is worth the price.close

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by rjdays6727 – posted on Aug 3, 2008

2

I propose it to anyhbody who is wiositing New-York. It was reaLY EXCELENT. THANK YOU! See you next time when I wisit New-York> Dipl.-Ing. J.C.Just

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by marilena – posted on Jul 29, 2008

1

the neighborhood [east harlem] feels a bit heavy at night. shady characters abound when the sun goes down... not sure i would feel comfortable in that hood if i were a woman traveling alone... the breakfast is uninspired... [toast and jam and bad coffee] but the price is a bargain for new york... more the neighborhood [east harlem] feels a bit heavy at night. shady characters abound when the sun goes down... not sure i would feel comfortable in that hood if i were a woman traveling alone... the breakfast is uninspired... [toast and jam and bad coffee] but the price is a bargain for new york ... its a clean no frills hostel with easy access to metro just two blocks away.close

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by shawnolaughlin2845 – posted on Jul 25, 2008

2

more restrooms needed, otherwise a very pleasant place to stay.

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by teribadu219576 – posted on Jul 23, 2008

1