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The following are some nearby lodging sites:
(Note: This is not necessarily an endorsement of these lodgins-- we live in New York so we haven't had many chances to stay in hotels and hostels here-- but there are some convenient and well-rated locations on the Upper West Side. We also recommend searching on Expedia or other travel web sites; we recommend looking for hotels located within walking distance of the 1/9 subway line, which takes you right to Columbia).
Amsterdam Inn (hostel)