Hostels… those are for twenty-somethings backpacking through Europe, right? Well, yes and no. There’s a whole new trend of family style hostel vacationing that’s gaining in popularity, most likely as a result of the downturn in the economy. Cheap hotels in New York are not always easy to find, and in some instances, they offer a lot of extras for individuals or businesspersons that may not be worth the extra cash for a family getaway. So the new answer to finding cheap hotels in New York is the family hostel – and Jazz Hostels is on the cutting edge of this trend.
Jazz Hostels have locations all over some of the best parts of the Big Apple so you can choose which is best for the kind of vacation you want to take with your family.
Jazz on Time Square is arguably the best of all locations (hello, Time Square!) and with all that money you saved on the hotel you may actually be able to afford to do some shopping at some very coveted boutiques within walking distance. Prepare for a minimum stay of six nights and take advantage of the awesome extras, including everything you’d expect from a hotel: 24-hour reception, free breakfast, outdoor areas for gathering and cooking/eating, free WiFi, and an entertainment lounge, just to name a few. Stay in a mixed room for just $300 for the whole week or get a private room in the hostel for just $660 for the same week’s time.
Jazz on the Park is also a great choice, with a two-building set-up that offers a coffee bar and both mixed and private rooms. Amenities here include free towels and sheets, regular housekeeping (hostels never have that!) and a complimentary continental breakfast. Jazz on the Park offers nightly rates, so stay for as long (or as short) as you like with nightly rates starting at $43 – for New York your buck will never go further.
Jazz on the Villa may be the most uniquely cozy of the Jazz. Spacious gathering rooms like the television room and front porch make nice places to create memories even if you and the family don’t get the chance to hit every landmark in the city. It’s about relaxing at the Villa, and at the low cost of less than $60 per night you get organized events, Internet kiosks, secure rooms, and even private places to park your car (in New York City!)
Cheap hotels in New York have a new spin. The hostel may not be exactly what you had in mind for the family trip, but when it comes to going on vacation on a budget maybe it’s time to start looking down different avenues for the answers. It certainly beats a “staycation,” and when you stay at a family hostel so close to all that epitomizes New York you can take advantage of the savings, especially with hostels like the Villa that organize free events for families. And who knows, you may meet some other families that have similar interests – you can make your money go even further by chipping in on things to do together!
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