79%Swiss 1291 Hostel

Very near to Time Square, just several streets apart

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by arnold-yoyo5169 – posted on Nov 27, 2008

1

très bon séjour, personnel très agréable, locaux propres, voyageant seule je m'y suis sentie très en sécurité, bien situé. seul bémol: espaces communs vraiment petits, c'est la foule au petit déjeuner

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by celinegaultier2371 – posted on Nov 26, 2008

1

I really felt at home at this hostel so when I came back to New York I stayed here again. Really nice staff, free breakfast available all day and fantastic location between Times Square and Central Park. It is a smaller hostel so it is easy to meet people :)

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by nin-one6264 – posted on Nov 26, 2008

6

Great location, and a really nice apartment type dorm we were in. Very noisy though as its on a busy street. Sirens and building work at all hours.

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by linseybampton5495 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

5

I loved that hostel.People that work there are very nice and helpful.They were really good.The room was good and clean.The location is perfect.The breakfast was good and we could eat all day.its great!!the only thing that i think is important and didnt have,was a locker.I had a very nice time...

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by mariarosalima9659 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

1

We had a great stay. The room was clean and comfortable. No problem there. The staff was outstanding and accommodating. However, the bathroom shower liner desperately needed to be changed. It was covered with mold.

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by mmcnamar2659 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

1

This hostel was fine for those who dont want to spend much time hanging around the place. Great place to crash for the independent traveller who doesnt require much assistance. Liked the kitchen 'self-serve' set-up with a fridge for your own food and drink. Not for the uninitiated regarding... more This hostel was fine for those who dont want to spend much time hanging around the place. Great place to crash for the independent traveller who doesnt require much assistance. Liked the kitchen 'self-serve' set-up with a fridge for your own food and drink. Not for the uninitiated regarding hostel stays but for the price, this 'no-frills' option is fine.close

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by sarah-littmann1825 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

1

location is just THE best !!!

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by caio044367 – posted on Nov 21, 2008

1

Brilliant location, Nice and friendly staff. The only downside is the Luggage room. Everybody has access... Access to baggage room should be strictly by staff. Also if the staff can artrange day trips and tours for their guests that would be perfect. Would definitely recommend this hostel.

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by nonyelum – posted on Nov 21, 2008

4

I like this place so much. I really hope to spend much longer time here.

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by Kappa – posted on Nov 19, 2008

1

most things are good, but room cleanliness is a little bad.

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by kyjkyj75451 – posted on Nov 18, 2008

1

The location is AMAZING! Everything was really clean and friendly. The complimentary food is def a plus! There weren't to many people "hanging around", but it's b/c the location is so great there was no reason to every stay inside! I would DEF stay here again. (get the private room,...

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by cjtucker05321 – posted on Nov 18, 2008

2

A great place to stay in New York.

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by Jmh05f – posted on Nov 17, 2008

1

Great place to stay in midtown - location is awesome, right near the park and the square. Had a blast - cheers.

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by phil7055 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

4

Great hostel, very big rooms with clean bathroom inside, the preasuere of the shower was great, wich is very importan. The staf very helpfull and the location great. Free breakfast provided. Good choice.

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by martincasey6822 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

1

fee for using the internet is too high! it's free in s many ther hostels that are cheaper...

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by evanr95439 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

2

Solo dormimos para una noche y nos dieron como una especie de apartamento que quedaba en otra calle no en la misma que el hostel, el apartamento para 4 estaba bien pero no puede valorar mucho mas como situacion muy buena.

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by viviana7995 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

8

Think it is about time that the hostel invested in some new mattresses + gave the room a good clean

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by andrewc5415 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

2

The location was great, the staff was so so, but the shower didn't work. I mean not at all no water whatsoever, and the sink had no hot water. This was a huge set-back. Everything else was o.k.

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by ericward15992 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

2

we stayed in a private room. Compared to other hostels we have stayed in this provided us with more amenities like tv in the room, sink, lamp, alarm closk, wardrobe and towels. We were just expecting a manky bed! the bed was clean! The location is perfect right in the heart of manhatten. within... more we stayed in a private room. Compared to other hostels we have stayed in this provided us with more amenities like tv in the room, sink, lamp, alarm closk, wardrobe and towels. We were just expecting a manky bed! the bed was clean! The location is perfect right in the heart of manhatten. within walking distance to times square, fifth avenue, central park and empire state. Had a brilliant timeclose

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by becky1johnson7516 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

1

The place was just fine for the price, the location is great - midtown few blocks from the subway. The company was very good too - felt very safe to leave my things in the room. Nothing seriuos to complain about.

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by noammar8251 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

1

very nice staff, the rooms very clean and nice. Super close to TImes Square/Broadway and Central Park as well as to the Metro.

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by miriambenze8185 – posted on Oct 24, 2008

1

Very friendly and colourfull.

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by steven11006845 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

1

I had a pleasant stay. Other roommates were considerate. I slept well and felt very comfortable.

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by Blusk – posted on Oct 18, 2008

1

Highly recommended.Good location and close to downtown subways. Meet nice people over there :)

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by helcopiron6866 – posted on Oct 11, 2008

3

I was very surprised with the hostel because it was much better than I had thought it would be!! The location is great, real close to Times Square, the staff are nice, and the door that i stayed in was furnished really good, it was lovely. Both me and my friend said we would definately stay here...

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by sarahfinneran2204 – posted on Oct 8, 2008

1

The best location, just 7 minutes away from Times Square. The bed in the 6-shared room is very confortable, linen and towel for free, the mood was really good, I happened to make some good friends. A good and clean bathroom inside the suite, with hot water, Also a kitchen with a freezer. Free... more The best location, just 7 minutes away from Times Square. The bed in the 6-shared room is very confortable, linen and towel for free, the mood was really good, I happened to make some good friends. A good and clean bathroom inside the suite, with hot water, Also a kitchen with a freezer. Free wi-fi inside the room. What else could you ask? I had a wonderful time, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Will definitely come back to Swiss 1291.close

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by oscarmorales8845 – posted on Oct 6, 2008

1

The room was quite small and a bit smelly, on the second day they took away the AC without prior notice saying it was not necessary anymore. Expected more for the money!

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by jodietrich2477 – posted on Oct 2, 2008

1

It was a realy nice stay! Thank your very much!

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by wiebkegrube744 – posted on Sep 22, 2008

1

fantastic staff.

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by Liamrod – posted on Sep 17, 2008

2

Although we have booked in a 6 person room for three nights the staff have added an extra bed and a corresponding extra person without our consent and in fact against our objection )as the room became very crowded and the bathroom waiting list long..). Otherwise the place was good and luckilz the...

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by lbecsy – posted on Sep 14, 2008

2

Loved stayin' there. And the location is just amazing! Very nice staff as well (although not always most knowledgeful about NYC)

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by dorandeluz909 – posted on Sep 13, 2008

2

Walking distance from many attractions & 4 blocks from subway. If use credit card, Swiss adds 5% surcharge to total bill. 2 credit card companies said this goes against their retailer agreement. Use cash or traveler's checks. Room had AC, but it felt more like a fan-couldnt blow past... more Walking distance from many attractions & 4 blocks from subway. If use credit card, Swiss adds 5% surcharge to total bill. 2 credit card companies said this goes against their retailer agreement. Use cash or traveler's checks. Room had AC, but it felt more like a fan-couldnt blow past 3 feet. Hard to sleep through a week of humid summer nights. No bed bugs. Also, everyone on 1 floor shared 1 bathroom-that didnt have a sink. Made me wonder what was on shower faucet and doorknob.close

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by Mirage – posted on Sep 9, 2008

1

Mattress was straight on floor (did receive a discount), floor dirty, room covered in dust and mould, shared bathroom had a water leak in the ceiling (downstairs bathroom roof collapsed because of it). The water in our shared shower did not drain away, if you were unlucky enough to have shower up... more Mattress was straight on floor (did receive a discount), floor dirty, room covered in dust and mould, shared bathroom had a water leak in the ceiling (downstairs bathroom roof collapsed because of it). The water in our shared shower did not drain away, if you were unlucky enough to have shower up to half an hour after someone else, you had to shower in their dirty water. Great location, staff friendly, aside from that the worst hostel I have stayed in.close

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by trenttaylor6957 – posted on Aug 28, 2008

1

the hostel is in two buildings one block away. before my last night in the hostel, they moved my stuff into a corner and didn't tell me that i had to change buildings. when i got back to my room, someone else had taken my bed and i was expected to change buildings with no notice

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by srbei1 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

3

Staff were very friendly and helpful, Rooms were clean and managed to sleep every night with no problem, Not much in the way of social events, it was just a bed for night but did the job.

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by antonyhoward7118 – posted on Aug 23, 2008

1

In other Hostels it is much easier to get in touch with people

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by wiesian5913 – posted on Aug 23, 2008

1

This is the worst hostel I have ever stayed in! The toilets are disgusting. But worst is the staff who give you different prices each day and higher prices then what you get at hostelworld. The included breakfast is a joke. It consist of old toasts and milk and some untasty flakes. Don't go here

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by p1r – posted on Aug 22, 2008

1

No hot water for the shower.

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by belliardd9907 – posted on Aug 19, 2008

2

a little too expensive

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by marco3m657 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

1