The YMCA is an international service and membership organization. For over 40 years, the New York YMCA has been serving the youth and budget traveler who are seeking affordable and safe lodging facilities.

The rooms are singles or bunks (upper and lower berth) with bath and lavatory facilities located down the corridors. YMCA provides accommodations for men and women. In addition, some properties may also have premium type rooms as well as rooms with private bathrooms so you are invited to contact them for more detailed information.

At the Flushing and Greenpoint Y’s, the rooms are single and double with shared facilities. The double room consists of one full size bed suitable for two persons.

Please visit their web site at www.ymcanyc.org for information on additional YMCA programs and services.

YMCA GUEST ROOMS

• Reservations

All reservation will be made through Emerald New York. This will allow you and your organization to benefit of a special discount with respect to regular YMCA customers.

It is recommended that all reservations be made as early as possible to ensure that you receive your first choice. We do, however, accept bookings on shorter notice pending space availability and price differential. Kindly inform us at time of booking of any special needs i.e. – late arrival, client arriving without voucher, and any other special arrangement.

• Reservation Changes

You will be informed by fax or emails in the event booking changes are requested.

• Confirmation

You will be contacted as soon as possible to confirm your reservation request unless otherwise specified.

• Cancellations

All cancellations must be received in our office at least 5 days prior to arrival. For notice received less than 5 days, a one night no show fee will be charged for the first night’s lodging.

A deposit is required in order to guarantee the rooms. You will be advised on the confirmation invoice as to the amount and date due. The balance must be paid at least 21 days prior to arrival date, accompanied by a male/female breakdown and age range of the group members and estimated time of arrival.

If payment is not received by Emerald NY by the date indicated on the invoice, the YMCA might cancel the group booking. If reinstated, the rate may be at the higher published rate.

• Cancellation Fees
  

Dates Fees
One month or more prior to arrival Full refund less booking fee.

Adjustments will be made up to 14 days prior to group arrival. There will be no refund for no-show or cancellations under 14 days. If the reservation is cancelled completely after the 14 days deadline, we will deduct 50% of the total amount of the group.

• Vouchers

As far as meals are concerned, Vouchers will be issued according to the chosen plan. Group Meals are provided only at the Central Park West YMCA location

The Guest Room Properties:

West Side YMCA, located in Midtown Manhattan, at 5 West 63rd Street (between Central Park West & Broadway) is a few short blocks away from the Time Warner Building at Columbus Circle and also Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts as well as museums and fine shopping.

Vanderbilt YMCA, located in Midtown Manhattan at 224 East 47th Street (between 2nd and 3rd Avenues) is three blocks from the United Nations and a short distance to the theater district as well as Rockefeller Center & Grand Central Station.

Harlem YMCA, also in Manhattan, is located at 135th Street (between Lenox & 7th Avenue), in the heart of historic Harlem and easily accessible to such local attractions as; the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, the Apollo Theatre, as well as jazz clubs and churches in the area.

Flushing YMCA, located 15-20 minutes from LaGuardia and JFK Airports, and 30 minutes by underground subway to Manhattan, is ideal for travelers with early flight connections or those wishing to experience a neighborhood setting close to the City.

Greenpoint YMCA, located 20 minutes from Midtown Manhattan by subway, is in the heart of downtown Brooklyn and is easily accessible to lower Manhattan, including Chinatown, Greenwich Village and Soho.

All properties are conveniently located close to public transportation and offer clean, safe and affordable accommodations that are ideal for the budget or student traveler.

In addition to our great locations, guests staying at the YMCA may also use our extensive sports fitness facilities at no additional cost. These include indoor swimming pools at each property, cardiovascular equipment, indoor running track, gymnasium, steam and sauna room, exercise and aerobics studios. Note: guests are required to wear a swim cap in order to use the swimming pool.

We offer housekeeping service and 24-hour security at all properties. At the West Side YMCA, the International Café Restaurant is ready to serve you and opens daily from 6:00 am – 11:00 pm.