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.

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 $100 compared to $189 for a night in a hotel.

Hostels in New Orleans from $37/night

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Best New Orleans hostels

Auberge Nouvelle Orleans Hostel

Central City

9.0Wonderful(714)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Mid-City

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

$50+

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Madame Isabelle's House

Marigny

Free Wi-Fi

Mid-City

Free Wi-Fi

Mid-City

Free Wi-Fi

Garden District

Free Wi-Fi

Hi New Orleans Hostel

Central Business District

9.0Wonderful(1745)

$37+

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City House New Orleans Samesun

French Quarter

7.6Good(256)

$319+

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City House Hostel New Orleans

French Quarter

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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in New Orleans

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in New Orleans with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in New Orleans?

Hostels are cheapest in New Orleans in August, with average rates of $29. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at $81.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in New Orleans?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in New Orleans, with an average nightly price of $25. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at $81.

Which neighbourhood do KAYAK users most love to book their hostel in New Orleans?

The most popular neighbourhood in New Orleans among KAYAK users to search for a hostel is Central Business District, with an average price of $44. The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, and Loews New Orleans Hotel rank among the highest-rated hotels in Central Business District.

How early should you book a hostel in New Orleans?

Book at least 55 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your New Orleans hostel.

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Low season	August
High season	June
Average price (weeknight)	$54
Average price (weekend night)	$71

Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.

Most expensive month to stay with an average 52% rise in price.

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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 35 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 $32, while the most expensive was $74.
Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in New Orleans for 2 days.

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.
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 $100 compared to $189 for a night in a hotel.