HI New York City

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891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025
Manhattan, New York City, NY
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Spaces for hire at HI New York City

HI New York City Ballroom
Ballroom
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Private space
110 seats
163 standing
Book 4 hr. minimum
Inside one of the last remaining buildings in the city designed by Richard Morris Hunt (aka “the Architect of the Gilded Age”), the space provides an elegant setting for ceremonies, meetings, and celebrations of all types. With large windows letting in plenty of natural light, and classic interior touches like arches and columns, we offer a warm an...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Play your own music

HI New York City SoHo Room
Function Room
·
Private space
100 seats
Book 4 hr. minimum
This cool, minimalist space is perfect for workshops, business events, and private celebrations. Your rental includes tables and chairs for up to 100 people, plus a podium for speakers or presenters. If you’re planning a celebration, choose a more party-ready set up with optional sound system, and we’ll arrange everything around the center dance fl...

Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Play your own music

HI New York City Green Space
Outdoor Space
·
Private space
150 standing
Book 4 hr. minimum
This is your chance to host an event in one of the largest private green spaces in Manhattan. With a prime location on the Upper West Side and 5600 square feet of garden and patio space, this outdoor venue is truly one of a kind. We have hosted everything from weddings, to cultural events, BBQs, and intimate live shows in this special space for up ...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Play your own music

HI New York City Penthouse
Terrace
·
Private space
36 seats
40 standing
Book 4 hr. minimum
Hosting a large dinner, an elegant cocktail party, or something in between? Our private Penthouse space, located inside one of the city’s last remaining buildings designed by “the Architect of the Gilded Age,” Richard Morris Hunt, is the perfect balance of exclusive and welcoming. This space is ideal for private parties or dinners, milestone celebr...

Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
Play your own music

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300–$450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Ballroom
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
HI New York City SoHo Room
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Green Space
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Penthouse
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Monday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300–$450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Ballroom
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
HI New York City SoHo Room
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Green Space
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Penthouse
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300–$450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Ballroom
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
HI New York City SoHo Room
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Green Space
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Penthouse
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300–$450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Ballroom
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
HI New York City SoHo Room
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Green Space
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Penthouse
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Thursday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300–$450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Ballroom
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
HI New York City SoHo Room
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Green Space
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Penthouse
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Friday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300–$450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Ballroom
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
HI New York City SoHo Room
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Green Space
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Penthouse
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Saturday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300–$450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Ballroom
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
HI New York City SoHo Room
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $300 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Green Space
8:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $450 hire fee per hour
HI New York City Penthouse
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 163
standing
Up to 110
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About HI New York City

HI New York City is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

HI New York City is a hostel housed in a red‑brick townhouse that mixes dorm‑style accommodation with dedicated communal social spaces.

Venue highlights: A sunken patio and garden provide an outdoor area for socialising and alfresco refreshments. An on-site café-bar and communal lounge supply indoor seating and casual catering options for group gatherings. Hostel staff run organised activities and can support group social programmes.

Best for: Backpacker and traveller group meet-ups, student or youth group gatherings, informal social receptions for tour groups.

Location: The Upper West Side sits beside Central Park and provides easy access to parkland for photos or walks. The neighbourhood also offers a wide choice of cafés and restaurants for pre- or post-event dining.

What guests say: Lockers and individual bed curtains provide secure storage and personal privacy within the dorms. Reception staff rearrange room allocations to keep groups together when needed.

FAQ

Yes, tables and chairs are included in the rental.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At HI New York City, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

HI New York City is located at 891 Amsterdam Avenue, in Manhattan, New York City, NY.

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