The Local Hostel

City-center hostel within walking distance of Watkins Glen State Park

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Basic Shared Dormitory (Single Bed Only) | Free WiFi, wheelchair access

Surrounded by the natural beauty of Watkins Glen State Park, The Local Hostel offers a warm and welcoming space to unwind. Connect to in-room WiFi, grab a cup of coffee or tea in the lobby, and enjoy barbecue grills during your stay.

Very good

Popular amenities

Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Library
Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

Kitchen
Living room
Coffee/tea maker
Limited housekeeping
Barbecue grill(s)
Free self parking

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Tomorrow

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Similar properties

Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

About the neighborhood

220 S. Franklin St., Watkins Glen, NY, 14891

What's nearby

Watkins Glen State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
The Tasting Room - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Seneca Harbor - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Castel Grisch Winery - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Watkins Glen International - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

Elmira, NY (ELM-Elmira - Corning Regional) - 31 min drive
Ithaca, NY (ITH-Tompkins Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk
‪Lucky Hare Brewing Bar And Grill - ‬15 min walk
‪Jerlando's Ristorante - ‬9 min walk
‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive
‪Art & Nancy's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Local Hostel

When you stay at The Local Hostel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Watkins Glen State Park and Watkins Glen International. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 3 rooms
- Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (4 PM - 8 PM)
- Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills

Facilities

1 building/tower
Library

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker

What to enjoy

Separate living room

Freshen up

Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator (on request)
Kitchen

Limited housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property accepts credit cards.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Local Hostel Watkins Glen

Local Hostel

Local Watkins Glen

The Local Hostel Watkins Glen

The Local Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

The Local Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Watkins Glen

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Local Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Local Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Local Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at The Local Hostel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Watkins Glen State Park (4-min walk) and The Tasting Room (11-min walk), along with She-Qa-Ga Falls (2.7 mi) and Eagle Cliff Falls (3.5 mi).