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Best New Orleans hostels

Most recommended New Orleans hostels

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Auberge Nouvelle Orleans Hostel - New Orleans - Bedroom
Auberge Nouvelle Orleans Hostel
9 Wonderful
Central City$110+
$110+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
India House Hostel - New Orleans - Lounge
India House Hostel
8.1 Very good
Mid-City$65+
$65+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Site 61 Hostel
9.1 Wonderful
Mid-City$109+
$109+
Free Wi-Fi
Nola Jazz House
8.5 Very good
Mid-City$333+
$333+
Free Wi-Fi
The Atlas House
10 Wonderful
Garden District$77+
$77+
Free Wi-Fi

New Orleans hostels near the city center

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Hi New Orleans Hostel - New Orleans
Hi New Orleans Hostel
9.2 Wonderful
Central Business District$159+
$159+
City House New Orleans Samesun - New Orleans
City House New Orleans Samesun
7.8 Good
French Quarter$108+
$108+

How much is a New Orleans hostel?

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Low season

June

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$73

Average price (weekend night)

$74
Cheapest month to stay with an average 72% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 612% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hostel in New Orleans

Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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Top tips for finding New Orleans hostel deals

  • Many hostels in New Orleans are conveniently located in the French Quarter, the Central Business District, and Mid-City neighborhoods. All of these areas are well connected to the rest of the city, but they also feature plenty of their own sights. Travelers looking for nightlife and good food can opt for a hostel in the French Quarter, while those looking for leafy surroundings and cultural activities could go for a property in Mid-City. Finally, the Central Business District hostels tend to offer the cheapest prices.
  • While New Orleans can be an expensive city, budget travelers can enjoy staying in some unique and welcoming hostels. Many of them also feature communal kitchens for self-serving; some, like Garden District House, provide a free breakfast, and others, like The Atlas House, sometimes even host free dinners and trivia nights.
  • Solo travelers may opt to stay in a hostel in New Orleans in order to meet other people to explore this vibrant city with. Some of the best hostel options for solo travelers include The Quisby, Nola Jazz House, and The Atlas House, all of which arrange regular bar crawls, dinner nights, game nights, and trivia events. Dorm rooms, hot tubs, communal kitchens, and terraces all provide casual settings where chatting with fellow travelers is natural.
  • It can be hard for a female traveler to find a hostel in New Orleans that offers female-only accommodations, but there are several properties across the city that offer non-mixed dorm rooms. Ihsp French Quarter House, India House Hostel, and The Quisby all offer options of booking a bed in a female dorm, and each has private rooms available as well for additional peace of mind.
  • Groups traveling to New Orleans are especially well served at the Auberge Nouvelle Orleans Hostel, which offers several sizes of dormitory rooms, as well as a deluxe private apartment. Perfect for families or groups of friends, the apartment has its own entrance and sleeps up to four people, who can make use of their own kitchen facilities, lounge, and terrace.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 22 days before your stay to get the best price for a New Orleans hostel.
  • The cheapest 3-star hostel in New Orleans found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $25, while the most expensive was $268.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in New Orleans for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in New Orleans

  • What are the best hostels near Bourbon Street?

    Bourbon Street is a popular area in New Orleans and there are many hostels closeby. Check out City House New Orleans Samesun or City House Hostel New Orleans for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Bourbon Street.

  • How much does a hostel cost in New Orleans?

    Hostel prices in New Orleans can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in New Orleans is $151 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as $23 in the last 3 days.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in New Orleans?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in New Orleans is $151 compared to $264 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in New Orleans?

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India House Hostel - New Orleans - Lounge
India House Hostel
8.1 Very good
Mid-City$65+
$65+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
City House Hostel New Orleans - New Orleans - Kitchen
City House Hostel New Orleans
7.6 Good
French Quarter$196+
$196+
Free Wi-Fi
The Atlas House
10 Wonderful
Garden District$77+
$77+
Free Wi-Fi
Nola Jazz House
8.5 Very good
Mid-City$333+
$333+
Free Wi-Fi

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