HI New Orleans - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Saenger Theatre

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Front of property
Billiards
Fridge, microwave
Lobby sitting area
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Explore the area

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1028 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, 70112
  • Place, Bourbon Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Caesars Superdome
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Suite (Private Queen and Bunks Ensuite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Suite, Accessible ((ADA) Private Queen and Bunks Ensuite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Suite (Private Queen Ensuite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Accessible ((ADA) Private Queen Ensuite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed in a Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Women's 4-Bed Accessible Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 6-Bed Accessible Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Accessible Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

New Orleans

HI New Orleans - Hostel places you in the centre of New Orleans, steps from Saenger Theatre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bourbon Street. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this New Orleans Central Business District hostel include Museum of Death New Orleans and Louis Armstrong Park.

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Caesars Superdome - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jackson Square - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Smoothie King Center - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Canal at North Rampart Stop - 1 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 16 min walk
  • New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪New Orleans Athletic Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fiery Crab - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ruby Slipper - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Herbalist - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬3 min walk

About this property

HI New Orleans - Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Saenger Theatre
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. HI New Orleans - Hostel also features an arcade/games room, laundry facilities, and a communal living room. A complete renovation of HI New Orleans - Hostel was completed in July 2019.

This New Orleans hostel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1899
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
HI New Orleans - Hostel offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations, with blackout curtains. This New Orleans hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking; discounts available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (114 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1899
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - July 2019
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (64 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI New Orleans - Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

HI New Orleans Hostel
Hi Orleans Hostel Orleans
HI New Orleans - Hostel New Orleans
HI New Orleans - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

HI New Orleans - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI New Orleans - Hostel on 25 Nov 2025 start from AU$185.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

No, HI New Orleans - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at HI New Orleans - Hostel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

HI New Orleans - Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 498 out of 627 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 627 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 627 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 627 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 627 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

keturah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy and comfortable accomadations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Turquoise

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time using a hostel and the experience was a great one. They have luggage storage before you chack in and after you check out. Very convenient.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

keturah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and shareable areas were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florencia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved the privacy of the rooms and the bathrooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool table, staff was really nice and accomodating. Overall it was really good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love the HI New Orleans! The free coffee, inexpensive bunks, the kitchen, the area on Canal Street..perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reginice

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was one of the best hostel experiences I've had! I've stayed at HI Austin, HI DC, HI BERLIN, possibly other locations, and many other hostels, in general. One of the most organized and consistently clean hostels ever! The bed was soooooo comfortable. The staff were accommodating of an accessible need of mine and I appreciate it. And it was a delight to run into staff member, Vincent, daily. He was also helpful carrying a hot bowl of food for me from the microwave. I highly recommend this location and will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tong

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Floyd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The quiet room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Miami

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was a first experience during a major holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pebbles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here over this past weekend and we loved it!! This place was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in a hostel. I felt safe as a solo female traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
never again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thidarat

Liked: Amenities
Great and affordable! Supa clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlyne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Dedham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value. We had a private room with a queen and bunk beds and a private bath. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlyne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is the perfect location just on the edge of the entertainment area so no need for transportation and just a stumble back home after a fun night on Bourbon Street.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent visit! So clean, so friendly & great roommates.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest, New Orleans

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025