New York City East Village

Jazz on the Town, 307 E. 14th St. (www.jazzhostels.com), This brightly-colored hostel does everything in its power to maximize the fun factor of your trip to New York. They go above and beyond the call of hostel duty by offering free pancake breakfasts (Tu and Th 9-11am) and organizing excursions such as trips to T MoMA and walks across the Brooklyn Bridge. Linens, towels, and lockers included. Free Wi-Fi in lounge. 8-bed dorms $41-53; 6-bed $45-56; 4-bed $47-58. Takes credit cards. No wheelchair access. Has internet.
St. Mark's Hotel, 2 St. Mark's Pl., at 3rd Ave. (www.stmarkshotel.net), The rooms are small and simple, but you'll be conveniently located among the shops and restaurants of hip St. Mark's Pl. Rooms have bath and TVs, but the hotel is more proud of its historic building. 1 full bed $120-140; 1 queen bed $130-150; 2 twin beds $130-160; 2 full beds $150-170, tax included. Does not take credit cards. No wheelchair access.

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