INTERFAITH RETREATS, New York

The hostel is a three-minute walk from Penn Station (serving Amtrak, NJ Transit, and subway lines A, C, E), making it an ideal base for train arrivals or exploring the city by subway. The Empire State Building is 900 metres away, and many Midtown attractions, including Times Square, are within a 15-20 minute walk. LaGuardia Airport is 11 km away; JFK offers a direct subway connection of about 70-90 minutes. Nearby dining includes Tick Tock Diner (0.5 km), Keens Steakhouse (1 km), and several pizza and deli options within a few blocks. The area is safe and well-lit, with a supermarket (7-Eleven) just 0.5 km away.

Each pod contains a single bed (approximately 1.9 metres long - may be short for taller individuals), a small shelf, USB and power outlets, and a night light. The cubicle has walls and a door, but the ceiling is open lattice, so sound travels freely. Air conditioning and heating are controlled centrally. Bathrooms and showers are shared and cleaned daily. Towels, soap, and shampoo are provided. The cubicle is tiny - best suited for carrying a small daypack rather than large luggage. The room is designed for sleeping only, with a common lounge area on the same floor for socialising and eating. The property is adults-only and has a no-smoking, no-alcohol, no-party policy. Ear plugs are supplied.

The included breakfast consists of fruit (bananas, apples, oranges), bread and toast with jam, cereal, milk, butter, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and homemade scones. The spread is vegetarian with vegan options and available around the clock in the common area. There is no full hot breakfast or restaurant, but guests can use the shared kitchen to prepare their own food. Several nearby cafés and restaurants (e.g., Tick Tock Diner, Keens Steakhouse, La Gusto Pizza) offer fuller meals within a short walk.

There is no gym, pool, or spa on site. A chapel and shrine are available for meditation and reflection, reflecting the hostel's interfaith mission. The common lounge/TV area provides a space to relax with free tea and fruit. The atmosphere is intentionally calm and quiet, with a no-party policy enforced.

Wi-Fi is free and reliable throughout the property. The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, express check-in/check-out, and private check-in/out. Luggage storage is available for a fee of $5 per bag per day; storage on arrival and departure days is free. A shared kitchen is available for guest use. Iron and ironing board are available in the common area. The property is secured with CCTV, key access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. No lift is available - stairs only. The hostel does not provide airport transfers; public transport from all major airports connects at Penn Station.