If you want to stay in Manhattan, you either have ...

If you want to stay in Manhattan, you either have to pay a lot of money or compromise on comfort. If you want the latter, you're right here. Sure the rooms are not very big and can be cleaner, but the price is also very cheap. After all, the shared bathroom was clean and the staff was very friendly. In addition, the YMCA has a fantastic location. With luck, you'll even get a room overlooking Central Park.