Kama Central Park Hostel

2.0 star property

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Reception
City view from property
Hair dryer, towels
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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36 WEST 106TH STREET, New York, NY, 10025
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Morningside Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Columbia University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

Single Bed in Deluxe 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Bed in Deluxe 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Bed in Deluxe 10-Bed Male Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Men only

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Bed in Deluxe 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (Private Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Men only

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Bed in Standard Female Dormitory Room (Shared Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Kama Central Park Hostel

A 24-hour front desk, a garden and a TV in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include ATM/banking services and a vending machine.
Kama Central Park Hostel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations, with a hairdryer. This accommodation is furnished with desks and desk chairs. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Kama Central Park Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Central Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include locker space, an ATM and a vending machine
  • Steps from Central Park and 13 minutes on foot from Columbia University
As a guest of Kama Central Park Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and an ATM. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This New York hostel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Kama Central Park Hostel York
KAMA CENTRAL PARK HOSTEL NEW YORK
KAMA CENTRAL PARK HOSTEL Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Kama Central Park Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 434 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, convenient to coffee shops, restaurants, and the subway
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice and clean I was very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel, would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pipes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and the staff was all very friendly. Nice, especially for the value!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Right next to one of the entrances to Central Park. Also, one block away from Amsterdam street where there are lots of cafe, shopping, and restaurant options. Overall great place. Great price. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ramleshka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice stay respectful staff the cleanliness was amazing and also the food super recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs were nice, transportation is easy to find, but far from main city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scarlett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean bed | Nice Staff | Clean bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Props to kitchen Great food, the morning waitress was so kind and smiley I really liked her and the mocha she made me was so yummy I ordered 2 the rooftop deck area was soo nice enjoyed my stay in the 2 female capsule room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

MD

Poor very bad
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pods, close to Central Park, clean areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. My flight to NY was canceled and I notified Kama so I wouldn’t be marked as a ‘no show’ and they were ready for me when I arrived the next day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and chic. The environment is nice and quiet. Will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was the best. Subway only 3 streets over which had direct line to downtown. Staff are very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jade

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is amazing ❤️ Will come back. Kitchen could use some maintenance but it suits for most needs. Shower was very basic NY but it works and was def warm after a while.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Hua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My bed is used? In a mess. Not sure another person used or it didn’t be clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Thoeun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice comfortable stay at the hotel. Nice facilities and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tarun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very nice Space is clean and nice Rooftop garden sanitation Locality Citibikes Beautiful parks Restaurant I stayed 3 nights its was very peaceful and beautiful I would recommend everyone and everytime i visit NYC this is gonna be place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bhagavath

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Awesome location, within steps of Central Park. Very welcoming vibe and amenities. I left behind an item when I checked out, and staff member Yancy helped me set up a way to have it shipped back to my home state. Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Viivi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the sleeping pods were clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Luke

Okay location. Good valie for money for what it is. Good privacy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed to keep my luggage somewhere for a before my train ride and it was accessible the dining area was nice rooms were just 2 people so it was easy to get my stuff safely
Stayed 1 night in May 2025