Auberge NOLA Hostel

A wonderful place for solo travelers. There are always interesting and very social guests coming in from around the US and internationally. There is a group chat and events every night so you can explore the city with a big group. The place feels like a home very quickly. It is a bit further from downtown than other hostels, but it's right on the trolley line and closer to the nicer, more local feeling parts of town. Absolutely must return.

Great hostel, super friendly staff, great values! It feels like a big family house in there! The beds are comfy, the house is cute, location is not bad at all, the neighborhood is safe. Every night they meet in the courtyard to meet people and have a great time! Loved the energy in there, really safe space 🫶🏼

Definitely one of my favorite hostel experiences. Stayed in early June and Amelie, Felipe, and Héloïse were fantastic staff members and made the experience as fun as possible with all the other travelers. It's also right by street car, with plenty of free street parking around.

This is by far the best place I have stayed at throughout all of my journeys. The people there are amazing and we spent the evenings together. I felt safe in the area and the hostel was very clean. It feels more like staying at a friends house :)

I stayed a week and it was one of the best hostel experiences I've had. The rooms and communal spaces were very clean, everything had a lovely community feel to it and everyone was incredibly friendly. The volunteers really made the stay and the socials every evening were lots of fun. Not for anyone wanting a quiet stay!

Travelers beware, they say they're a "travelers only" hostel but in fact that's just what they say to inflate the manager's ego by attracting vulnerable travelers who have no recourse against her arbitrary and delusional pronouncements. These people will try to get you arrested for "disrespecting their authority" and that's pretty scary. I am a traveler, I am not from Louisiana, but when I tried to check in here the manager proceeded to interrogate me, proclaimed me a local, and made me exit the property upon threat of being arrested before I even had a chance to provide any evidence that I am not local (ie a person who lives in Louisiana) and have proof of ongoing travel. Don't stay here if you don't have local family to help you in an emergency. You're liable to be thrown out in the middle of the night for no reason by the paranoid Karen behind the front desk...not worth the risk. [In response to Robert's response below, his narrative simply is not true. In fact what happened is the other staff member, the woman who refused to give her name, simply did not like the way I looked or something and immediately told me she would not be allowing me to check in....I put the address of the last hostel I stayed at (exactly as the immigration officers asked me to do on the following day when I flew to my next destination) and she said something about your policies. When I asked what the policies were she immediately asked me to leave... ....not verbal abuse, no irrateness, discrimination plain and simple. You people are unprofessional, a danger to travelers who need to be protected, and I should have called the police because you're taking people's money and misrepresenting that you reserved a bed for them when you actually are just doing whatever you feel like. TRAVELERS BEWARE - you don't want to be the next "unwelcome" travelers thrown out on the street the night before your departure....oh and if you even say a word of objection when these criminals take your money for no reason they'll just lie and say they're mistreating you because you're irrate and verbally abusive. You can sugarcoat it however you want, but the bottom line is this place should not be in business because it doesn't adhere to the professional standards that are expected of any business. I conducted myself in a polite and respectful way, but there's no getting around the fact that the staff should be in jail and if I had called the police they wouldn't have been anywhere close to as nice to these people as I was.

This is the best place of New Orleans. I love it so much. It made my stay so awesome. I felt so welcome and the people there was just amasing. I totally loved it!!!. I will definitely come back

This is either tied for first, or 2nd best hostel in NO. What set it apart was the temperature was always comfortable. It was cold, but they didn't make us cold. The staff were excellent as well. Kat was fun and energetic. Margo could sing her butt off. There were 2 other staff who's names I forgot. Place was clean, people were friendly and respectful, nights were quiet upstairs, the bathroom was spacious, the downstairs shower was incredible. Easy walk to Garden District and downtown.

If you know what you're getting into with hostel stays, an incredible option! The randomness of travel is amplified many fold if you're opting to get into hostel options, so if you're alright with all the potential downsides along with the good, I would always give Auberge a chance. It feels very homey, as if you were staying with a friend of a friend, and all the associated risk that come with that. The location itself is great if you want to be out of the touristy bustle by the French Quarter, but very accessible to everything. The 12 line up and down St Charles is incredibly convenient to explore all of the Garden District and its assorted shops and restaurants, or you can go further to magazine street, then back to those touristy parts once more (with other options if you don't mind a normal city bus). The building itself shows some age, with some creaky boards or stairs, but is otherwise very comfortable. This is very much a case where you should feel as little need to be in bed as possible but also feel safe and secure in sleeping there when ready. I can only speak to the people who helped me while I was there but they were immensely friendly and welcoming. The hostel itself has a messaging group set up for guests their entire stay so you find suggestions and help whenever you need during your stay, including other people looking to explore if you're in a similar mood. Every night there are group get togethers and discussion so can feel as connected as you'd like while you are in town. The kitchen is basically well equipped, so you can have options if it gets to where you get back after everything is closed. All in all a fun experience, and I'd recommend it to anyone for whom solitude and being pampered is not the priority.

I booked a reservation and then was in an awful accident, lost the use of my legs and (with plenty of notice) called to find they do not have ramps/ lifts for people with disabilities. They said basically if I can't get up the stairs, I can't get in. I'll be forced to cancel and fully charged for the whole stay. They managed to take my card info from a 3rd party site deposit that clearly said full amount due on arrival, without notifying me or even asking my approval. It's not even a huge amount of money, just a really selfish and heartless thing to do. I recommend staying somewhere that doesn't think that being disabled is a good reason to outright rob someone.

Giving a balanced and fair review of a hostel is tough. Part of the experience falls under the jurisdiction/control of the hostel. The rest of the experience comes down to human factors. Compounding the difficulty is that the lines between these are often blurry and in shades of grey. I realize this is a hostel, not the Four Seasons or Ritz-Carlton, so I'm not overly picky. Basic expectations are for a clean, safe, quiet, and comfortable place to sleep. On that note, more about these blurred lines: The mattresses in the hostel are relatively thin. They are not uncomfortable per se; however, having better bedding may help with more restful sleep. The beds themselves aren't great either. Getting up to or down from the top bunk shakes the whole thing considerably, and they are notably squeaky. The squeaking becomes exponentially worse if someone decides to have a "Blitzkrieg Mit Dem Fleischgewehr," as happened my second night. It's a good thing I brought earplugs; they stayed in for the remaining three nights. If I was younger, the thin bedding and noise would be less of an issue. Then again, better mattresses and frames would help and are under the hostel's control. Bedding and noise aside, the room was a little bit stuffy. The one window in the room was painted shut and could not be opened, so fresh air was just not available. The hostel is located a block away from many businesses, restaurants, and a streetcar stop. From there, trams can take you to the center of the city. They weren't running right or even sensically during my stay, but that's a beef I have with the city, not my accommodation. Regarding safety, this was a little iffy. Around the building, the neighborhood is chiefly dark and empty. There are paved clearings and a tiny handful of residences, businesses, and seemingly defunct churches/temples. As for the hostel itself, access is controlled with a code-based lock. You are given the combination to the front door and to the dorm you are sharing. But, because everything is based on a four-digit code, anyone who has it can access the hostel and room. This isn't that big a deal until someone shares the code or enters where they don't have an active reservation. Next, there is a matter of cleanliness. The room and the bedding were fine, but the bathroom and the kitchen missed the mark. Regarding the kitchen, while you are asked to either load your dirty dishes into the dishwasher or wash and put them away, this is seldom followed. There was, at one point, a plethora of dirty dishes, silverware, and half-empty alcohol bottles around. As for the bathrooms, there are regular cloth towels provided for hand drying. There are a few clean ones available, but these are not replenished regularly. Cloth towels are A-OK in a friend or family member's home, but sharing with who knows how many people is less-than-pleasant. This is especially true since I'm not aware of how they were used. Similarly, a small handful of specialized towels is provided for keeping the floor dry while exiting the shower. These become dirty very quickly, and if there are no fresh ones available, tough cookies. A couple notes on amenities: You have the kitchen mentioned previously, a TV room, a keyboard, and more guitars than I know what to do with. The social events while I stayed consisted of pre-gaming in the kitchen, followed by going out to Bourbon St. with one movie night thrown in. Community-wise, there was a seemingly balanced number of long-term and couple-night stay guests. In all my hosteling, I have met one or two long-term people, never this many. This is neither a good nor bad thing, just an observation. A couple miscellaneous notes: there were lockers outside my dorm (rm 1) but, these were in disrepair and hard if not impossible to open or lock. There is also a computer available, but wrangling it is such a pain it might be better to just buy one if you really need one. And as a final note, the water pressure was abysmal at times. If you like to party, can sleep through almost anything, don't mind "sharing" towels, and are okay with a borderline seedy area, this hostel might be right for you. For me, it is not, partly because I have gotten older and partly for everything else.

Finding a safe place to rest came priority to us and this hostel was the perfect spot! We enjoyed all the amenities and super affordable for the comfortability that came for this price will definitely be back on the future!

we loved staying here! they hosted parties every night and everyone was so friendly and cool. we especially loved kat, one of the hosts, she was the best!!!

This is the 2nd time I've stayed here. My go-to stop in NOLA. Always a friendly feel & multiple bathrooms/showers/sinks to get ready for an adventurous day! Kitchen just like at home! They know how to Hostel at its finest!

I recently stayed at this place and i'm beyond grateful i did. The place has a nice home feel to it, also just like most hostels you'll meet pretty cool people from all around the country or the world. They have multiple people running this place to ensure it's kept clean and organized. Every day, they have staff cleaning every room of the entire facility. Additionally, the location is unbeatable cuz it's only over a mile away from the French Quarter and it's only a block away from St Charles which is a major street with many bars and restaurants. Not to mention, for people who drives, there are plenty of street parking which is another major plus.

If you like being apart of of an atmosphere where you're asked to join a group orgy, or love sleeping in a bed full of bed bugs, or have your items frequently stolen or lost. Well this this is the place for you. Come on down to the auberge international hostel full of sex parties, co-ed bunk rooms where you can give your blood to these tiny creatures that may or may not have lime dieses. Hostel volunteers: maddie; great person to be around, fun and energetic but will cop and attitude. Fynn; great entertainer, amazing conversationalist but might hit on you and sleep with you. Tash; all around down to earth woman. Very pleasant to be around. Ben; cool guy . well i hope you enjoy your visit to the new Orleans experience. Stay safe with your drinking and bed bug bites

Very comfortable, affordable, great vibes from the other guests, the staff are friendly! Also very close to the French Quarter, you're walking distance to all the fun! Shoutout to John for helping us find our way around, he's a good kid.

This hostel is kinda unreal....in the best way!! It's a gorgeous, extremely clean house with 3 floors, a court yard and multiple lounges. Each room and bathroom is super fancy and well maintained. I stayed in the 10 bed dorm and it was huge with an adjustable AC unit inside. This hostel was perfect for the solo traveler. I've stayed in so many hostels as a solo traveler and this is by far the best one. They arrange outings every single night and the staff does a great job of making everyone feel welcome and at home. I met some great people thanks to auberge!! Had an awesome stay, and if I wasn't moving down to New Orleans, would def stay here again.

I don't really know where to begin with this review. I grew pretty attached to this place and the people I met here over my five day stay. I was traveling solo to New Orleans, but I wasn't alone for long. The atmosphere of this hostel is one that creates so much camaraderie between the guests. With parties every night, complete with a keg to drink on and music on the patio, and outings planned with the staff, you can't help but have a great time. This place has everything you need for a decent price. I'll never stay anywhere else in NOLA. And you shouldn't either.

BEST PLACE TO STAY! 10 STARS! The staff is great and friendly, and feels like being a part of a family. I will be back.

I was placed in the 10-bed mixed dorm ($22/night), which is on the first floor. Room #6 next to the common area. MY OBSERVATIONS: -Everyone is polite and respectful. People for the most part keep to themselves. -It's quiet at night in the rooms and in the area (I got back at 2 or 3 am every night). -There is a sign that says you cannot eat in the dorms. -I think they leave the AC in the mixed room running throughout. -There are 3 common areas so you should be able to have some privacy in one of them as they don't seem to be heavily occupied. The 1st floor common area has netflix, a big tv, a bunch of board games, and an electric keyboard. -Kitchen is small. Only 1 big table. You can access the patio via the kitchen. -Need a code to enter into the hostel building and each dorm/room -The bed bunks are squeaky. -Bed itself is ok. Linens appear to look clean. -First night was really cold. Second night the temperature was less cold. -The 1st floor bathroom is a private bathroom with a shower, 1 toilet and 1 sink. Shower water is hot. There are shared bathrooms on the 2nd floor. -They clean the common areas and bathrooms daily. -Did not eat their breakfast. Brought my own. -Not sure where the nearest grocer is but there is a Walgreens on St Charles south of the hostel. -Make sure to have flip flops to wear around the showers because you'll see other people's hair. -No washer/dryer on-site but there is a laundromat nearby -There is a common area on the 2nd and 3rd floor. 2 Desktop computers on the 2nd floor. Only one has a mouse and one of 2 chairs has a broken backseat. -They have bike rentals available -When checking out, I realized you don't have to return the blanket so bare in mind you are reusing a blanket that has been used by 'many' people. Sounds disgusting. -Breakfast is your typical cheap stuff: boxed pancakes, apples, corn syrup, wheat bread, coffee, butter spread, peanut butter, quick oats, instant oats, honey, boxed cereal. You might find breakfast still lying around past 10am. -The fridge is cleared every Wednesday so make sure you label your items. -The bathrooms stay forever hot -No paper towels for drying your hands but there are cotton towels available -You can store your bag(s) in their storage room after checking-out if needed -The streetcar (on St Charles) runs 24/7 and it is a 1-minute walk from the hostel -The Megabus/Greyhound/Amtrak station is a 10-15 minute walk (depending on your walk pace). 5 minutes by car. -The area does not appear to be sketchy in my opinion. I saw churches, an apartment complex, a few restaurants, several residential homes, and many businesses in the area (particularly on Carondelet St). THE STAFF: -They all appear to be from France. Not sure if the owner only hires French people. -They are all friendly

This is the best hostel I ever been at, it's been a great experience to stay there. I felt home as soon as I walked in, it's cozy, it's warm, it's family. Bruna was very sweet and professional, she gave me a map with direction to all the places nearby to visit. She's a great manager that's keeping the place together. The place is very clean and has its elegant touch, I only stayed for one night, I had a great time with everyone there, I'll definitely recommend this place. One load of laundry is for $5, great price. It is 3 minutes walking from the streetcars that can take you anywhere. Thank you for caring, it's been a pleasure.

Wow what an amazing experience! Key code locks on the door & bedroom doors. Private bathrooms for males & females and friendly, available staff around 24/7, I felt safe. The staff goes above and beyond to make the guests to feel welcome in the Big Easy. They have nightly trips to local spots for fun, which is wonderful when you're by yourself in an unknown city. Who wants to party alone? The place was immaculately clean, highly organized and beautiful. Close to the trolly, the posh garden district, restaurants and attractions. I stayed in the shared female dorms, the people I met were amazing. The only thing I'd say is bring earplugs because it's rather noisy at times between the parties on the patio, the pigeons in the a/c unit, the church next door, ha ha. If you've been in hostels before then you know the deal, I think the noise was worth it for the price & social vibe. It was cheaper than a hotel room and way more fun!

By far the best hostel experience I've had. The house was tidy, SAFE, gorgeous, and welcoming. The hosts were what made the experience worthwhile. Ami and Bailey made everyone feel at home, and made all guests feel included. Ami had a great sense of humor and explained everything thoroughly. Bailey was very caring, thoughtful, and attentive to everyone's needs. They both knew the best places to eat, visit, and see. They were very coordinated in organizing pub crawls with groups of 16, which is an accomplishment within itself. The pub crawls and jazz club visits were incredible experiences that would not have been the same without them. Breakfast was included with booking, which Ami and Bailey prepared for everyone no later than 8:30 every day. Their pancakes were a knockout. I have no doubt about where I would stay the next time i visit New Orleans!

My stay at Auberge Nouvelle was mostly hassle-free. Staff members were friendly and helpful, and the room was clean. I also liked that the hostel is one block away from St. Charles, which has a trolley that goes directly to the French Quarters. They have free breakfast, but it is very limited: bread, oatmeal, pancakes, cereal, and some fruit. They also offer various social mixers in the evening for those who want to participate. One night (which happened to be my last night in New Orleans), they had a party with loud music, which was a bit much for this forty-something who wanted to go to sleep before 10:30pm. Also at one point, I ended up being the only woman sharing a room with a bunch of guys, but at least none of them bothered me. Granted, I probably missed the part that said "mixed dormitory", but "mixed" would still imply more than one woman sharing a room with a several men. I also did not get any sleep at all during my five day stay, since people constantly went in and out of the room all hours of the night. If you are the partying type and on a budget, this may be a good fit for you. Three stars for price, staff friendliness, and location. Two stars off for the loud parties, sticking in a bunch of dudes in the room after the remaining women left, and my overall lack of sleep during my entire stay - which was NOT okay, since I was in town for a martial arts seminar and ended up feeling very tired the entire trip.

My five star reviews are reserved for the kind of accommodations one does not find when "Hostelling". However, if I could give them four and three quarter stars, I would. Leah, who took our phone calls, was as pleasant and helpful as they come. Linsey, who convinced us to stay another night, was a ray of sunshine on a warm summers day. Tom and Robert were pleasant, professional and, truly helpful. Finn is a world class world traveler who makes everyone feel welcomed and ensures that they have the time of their lives. In a place where some "Hostels" are downright sketchy and others are rigid about the rules, this Hostel stand out as the exception, in every way. From laundry service to breakfast and tours of Bourbon Street, this place is worthy of note. I shall return any time and, every time, I return to NOLA!

A quick note. I aim to rate accomodation, not experience: you can have the best times in the worst places, and vice versa - it usually depends on the people you meet. That being said, I prefer hostels for their social atmosphere and of course also include a hostel's effort to create such. Regarding that, Auberge Nouvelle feels like a big frat house. If your preferred way of socializing is a nightly all-you-can-drink beer keg and obnoxious drinking games, this is your place. I'm a fan of the drink, I just don't feel this is a way to try to include everyone, say quieter/shy folk. House is clean and spacious - plenty of bathrooms and a nice backyard. DIY Pancake breakfast serves its purpose. Note that Garden District is close, but the immediate neighborhood is not exciting and French Quarter is a long walk or a cramped trolly ride away.

It was my first time staying at a hostel (by myself for that matter) and if this is the standard, then I'll be sure to consider booking my stays in other hostels and cities, because the Auberge Nouvelle Orleans was simply an excellent part of my travel experience itself. They took care of everything - amenities, recreation, orientation. I felt nothing but comfort every time I was in the hostel! The place was always clean, it felt like I was living at home. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful in terms of orienting me to the city of New Orleans. Without them, I would have been a lot more lost in my travels! The hostel was incredibly proactive about promoting friendships between other guests of the hostel. From daily events, to movies, to general home ambience, it was easy for me to meet other travelers and get out and do things. Everyone's experience can vary from staying at this place. I argue that it's definitely who else is in the hostel that can make or break your social and living experience here. But Auberge Nouvelle Orleans definitely does all that they can do to help you have a comfortable, and fun, stay in New Orleans. Check in today!

Definitely a wonderful place to stay while visiting New Orleans for the Rock N' Roll Half Marathon. It is conviently located near the trolley, a ton of local shops and restaurants and actually within walking distance from all the main attractions of the city. I should have prefaced that with I'm originally from the east coast and also a long distance runner so walking 20-30 minutes is fine for me. If you don't like walking, a block away is one of the main cable cars that drops you right near Bourbon St. & Canal. The place is clean and the staff is awesome. There are daily activities to the many of the things to do in NOLA. I do like that it is not a total party hostel where music is jamming round the clock. The staff do make a point to make sure the guests are welcome. I really look forward to coming back next year when I run the full marathon.

Excellent place to stay to see NOLA! Seriously this was the perfect spot for first time travelers on a budget. The location could really not be beat. The streetcar stop was just around the corner which will take you to virtually everywhere you'd like to go from the garden district to the quarter. The employees are super friendly, helpful, and knowledgable. They really take the time to assist and accommodate you. They have umbrellas available for use. Thanks for storing our luggage on the last day so we could explore some more before leaving to catch our flight! The hostel seems an old, classic Nola style house - kind of victorian, tall and narrow, but very clean and well maintained. We stayed in the private room with private bath on the top floor. Room came with a telescope! We didn't end up using it but it was nice to have the option. The closet was huge! Seriously. The whole room was rather roomy, actually. The bathroom was on the smaller side, particularly the shower but water quality was decent. The bed wasn't luxurious but comfortable for a few night stay. A great value for the price. There is a community kitchen with a fridge where you can stash your supplies or left overs. Pretty much every day/night their were group activities/outings which offered a fun way to socialize and compare plans/experiences. There are several common room areas with everything you could need or want to entertain yourself, if for some reason you don't feel like going out. Plenty of movies, music, games, instruments, etc. Honestly, I cannot recommend this hostel enough! If you're coming to see NOLA, stay here! So affordable and so fun!

This was truly one of the best places we've ever stayed at. For a very affordable price you get a great location (1 min walk to the cable car stop & 15 mins ride to the Canal St - cable car runs 24/7!!!) The community in the hotel is absolutely great - you have an option to stay in the dorm for 2 or more people or rent a private room for 2 (which we did). The room was very clean and cozy. Great bathroom with a shower. Breakfast is included. Every evening guests gather in the common areas (including a wonderful patio) and later go out together. There is a schedule of fun things to do for every day of the week if you're new to the city :) Guests are from all over the world. Quiet hours are 11 pm - 9 am. The hosts are very pleasant and helpful. I would give this place a A+++!!! Thank you guys again you've made our visit to New Orleans truly great.

I'm mixed between a 3 and a 4 but for the most part everything was awesome and clean so more towards a 4. PROS - The staff and owner were awesome and really helpful. They seemed to love the city and know a lot about it. - The place was clean and provided towels. - Bikes are available for rent, I love hostels with bikes! - TV with Netflix, Hulu, movies was available with 2 indoor common areas plus a reading room with computers - There was tons of free street parking and a block from the street car - Fun events every night at 8 but fair warning it usually gets loud and crazy - I loved the area and proximity to everything CONS - I have to agree about the 10 am checkout, I've never been to a place where it's before 11am and it's a party city, super early. Perhaps allow like a 1pm checkout for $5 or something. - I also had to switch rooms and I just asked if I could move my luggage to the new room but they wanted me to lug it down to storage and then back up at 3? I just wanted to leave it on the ground then head out for the day, I wasn't planning on staying in it. They did eventually let me move my stuff over though. - I've stayed in hostels all over the world but never in the states but at 30+ a night, seemed a bit high. Other people paid $25 so maybe it was just my room or when I got there?

This hostel is one of the most inclusive and entertaining ones my friend and I have stayed in! While we've never stayed in one in the US before, it compares highly to the ones abroad. The hosts were all funny, energetic, sassy ‍, and very knowledgeable about the nightlife. Every night there's an event planned by whoever is hosting that night, so there's never a dull moment. Major shoutout to Nicole, Taj, Madeline, and Ben for making our brief time in NOLA one of the most memorable experiences! Whether it was Bourbon Street, or Frenchmen, they knew what bars to hit and have the best time with our hostel group. We would definitely recommend this hostel to all our friends who visit!!

I've stayed in many hostels throughout the past few years and this was by far one of the nicest hostels ever! The staff is all super friendly and attentive, and everything is very clean and well kept. The location is also great with the tram close by if you'd like to travel more to a central area, but if not there is also plenty to do in this area. would definitely recommend this place!

My sister and I were able to snag a couple beds for the last two nights of our trip and this hostel was super nice. The people were super helpful and they had planned nightly activities so that we could make some cool friends while in NOLA. The beds were comfortable, bathrooms were nice, the nightly rate was pretty decently priced, and the atmosphere was amazing! I would definitely recommend staying here!

Best place in town, welcoming, friendly, great staff. You feel safe(there are locks and cameras everywhere). Social event are great and there are a lot of amazing local food places within walking distance.

I stayed here for Mardi Gras 2020 (before everything hit the fan) and was delightfully surprised. Wasn't sure what to expect given it being a hostel and its cheap rates. However; when I arrived, I was greeted by friendly staff and a wonderful atmosphere. The hostel itself pretty spacious and welcoming. Only blocks away from St. Charles, it made the ideal location for watching the parades. Another perk was the group events every night where staff and guests alike would gather at a certain time and participate in activities and group-led outings. I met some cool people from all around the world and had more than my share of fun. The ONLY downside to the whole thing was the community sleeping arrangements. You're at the mercy of other guests who may be out later than you and come home drunk, loud, etc. Then again, you don't visit New Orleans to sleep lol! There was the option to get a single room but was a bit more expensive and not available when I booked. Otherwise, I highly recommend this as a solo or couple traveling to NOLA.

Pros: *Hardly any pros! Staff was somewhat friendly staff Though hard to take any of them seriously. They all appeared "out of it". *Price. Cons: Got this from another review, because I couldn't of said it any better! I adjusted it to meet my stay, yet it's very identical to this. ---10am checkout - Why is this necessary? Not everyone is up that early, especially after a long night. Not to mention, there is cleaning and vacuuming everyday at this time and sound travels. It's not considerate. IMO, checkout should never be earlier than 11am. --Breakfast ends at 10:30am......Really? ---The bunk beds are just awful/pathetuc. They are metal and not very sturdy, dangerous, and creak constantly. Climbing up, literally the whole bed shakes and feels like its gonna fall apart. Of course, it varies by bed and room but had a pretty awful experience with sleep/getting in and out of bed. -Rooms: the pics show the two best rooms they have. Actuality the 4 person rooms are small like a prison cell. The one I stayed in was outside and was as large as a closet! Had an overheated space floor ac unit. The guys in the room kept the door open the whole night cause it never was working 100%. I was so miserable I basically slept in the media room next to the kitchen. The next morning I was getting the hell out of there. -You have to take the sheets off your bed and drop them in the laundry bin when you leave. Again, why? If the concern is knowing who's checked out, why not just the pillowcase? What am I paying for? More details: This place is awful. I've stayed in many hostels, and this is the worst. I found the value to be low for the money. $50 is not a bargain to me, especially if I'm sharing a room were two people can stretch arms out and touch the walls. Unfortunately, this left a horrible feeling of NOLA. Plus, witnessed drug usage here. Took a month of calling to get a hold of joke of a owner. He basically said too bad deal with it, I'm not doing anything. !!! AVOID THIS HORRIBLE PLACE !!!

Auberge stands out as one of the best hostels I've stayed in, in the U.S. or in the world. Rooms are impeccably clean with plenty of spacious bathrooms. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the backyard is awesome. There's also a house chinchilla, so you really can't go wrong with that. Definitely the best affordable option for your stay in NOLA!

Great hostel, located right next to the street car which is awesome. Clean and nice inside and outside, staff is ok. They provide towels and all kinds of nice stuff. Only thing is that there isn't enough place to chill and hang out like in other hostels.

This place is dope. Good vibes. Everyone is chill. Clean and comfortable. Always something to do and close to a bunch of the places. Staff is cool too.

Great stay at his hostel, warm staff, very clean facilities and friendly guests all around. If you need anything from food suggestions to travel advice all of the staff were knowledgeable or would get you the answers from someone else. The location was great for a little quieter space to relax. Pregames every night before going out were great for socializing with other travelers. I would recommend this hostel for anyone coming to New Orleans alone or with friends. Expect a laid back but very social atmosphere.

This place is absolutely lovely. They have a small capacity of around 45 beds so youre nice and close knit with the other guests. Free breakfast every morning gives you time to mingle, plus they have bike rentals which is super fun! But most importantly, the place is absolutely spotlessly clean, the bathroom and common areas are modern and well set out. They have guitars, keyboards and even a banjo so if you like to play music this is the place for you :) close to lots of things like a 24 hr bar, the best fried chicken in Louisiana (Please U) and the St Charles street car which goes right into the heart of the Garden District and beyond. I would recommend for anyone/everyone!

Super fun hostel that makes sure you make the most of your trip to New Orleans. Nice, friendly staff and guests. Clean accommodations and kitchen. Lots of community rooms. They let us drop our bags early so we could enjoy the sites before checking in. It's a great place to go if you want to socialize with other friendly travelers. They have a super fun happy hour every evening.

This is a good nice house inside clean bathroom but don't expect it to be all good no the people there look at you like your on drugs they stay up all night drinking if u have to work u won't be able to sleep u can't have company it feels like prison I had no one to talk to after I spent my money u have to be at a house they hog the living room u can t with tv I won't ever go back here

I arrived at this hostel after a long bus ride (8 hours) around 10pm. I had looked around New Orleans, and I saw that a lot of the other hostels were either riddled with bed bugs or didn't allow late check in. This place also appealed to me since you HAVE to have an out-of-state student ID, which I figured meant most of the people there would be around my age. Now this hostel is several stories high, and appears to have once been a nice little house. There are all female rooms and mixed rooms, a large bathroom for each gender (that has two stalls and two showers), and you also get your own individual key for whatever room you're staying in. In the mixed dorm where I was, there were six double bunk beds that looked to be twin sized. This room looks larger than the all-female room, FYI. The bunks were made of a black metal, which I only mention because they were murder, MURDER, on my feet after they were blistered from walking around so much. If you're on the top bunk (like I was), and attempting not to step squarely on a blister, you will shake and rattle the bed as you go up, possibly waking up the person sleeping on the bottom. I was actually whimpering as I climbed up every night, I was in so much pain from the metal ladders. There are lockers outside of the rooms, right next to the parlour. The first night I got in, they were all occupied, and the second night, I realized that my bag seemed to be too big to fit in them. I already had a lock I used to lock my bag (small, lightweight TSA approved lock), that I just decided to use while I stored my bags on the bed. I believe you do have to have your own key/lock for the lockers. The parlour was a neat idea, a small room with a couch and windows that looked out over the street that brought in a lot of natural light. There were books and board games, though I didn't see anyone during either while I stayed there. There are two bathrooms stalls, two sinks, and two showers. I never had any issue showering or using the restroom, except for the fact that there was never toilet paper in the girls' room. I had to sneak across twice to the guys' bathroom to get a roll, and I was hardly even in the hostel. The showers had a great flow and they were warm, and there's even a provided towel (which I've come to see is sort of unusual). I would say that it was sort of annoying that whenever I showered, the fabric curtain stuck to my legs because of the swirl of warm air from the shower and cooler air from the outside. I think adding a little magnetized strip on the bottom would help that though, and it's just an annoyance. PROS: Very affordable, and I think less than $30. There was a ceiling fan to help stir the air around in the mixed gender room. Free breakfast! Though it was pretty much what you'd expect: eggs, bread, peanut butter and jelly. Only about a block from the St. Charles streetcar. CLEAN and comfortable beds. I was never too cold or too warm. (but small, so if you're taller than 5'5, you might have an issue sleeping with your legs straight out). Beautiful, older house. Spacious bathrooms, and a warm shower with a good flow. Free towel is provided. Free WiFi, that was actually pretty fast. NEUTRAL: It's an older house, so you really can hear the creaks and beats of people walking around outside and opening/closing doors. I also woke up a lot because I heard people talking in the room next door, but it was never unbearably loud. I'm a light sleeper, though, so this could just be an issue for me. Must have a valid student ID (not a con for me, but I'm sure for someone else it is). Lights out on Saturday was around midnight, and around 10pm on a weekday. This is not the kind of hostel that you could probably hang out in all day, because they don't really seem to do a lot of activities. I was cool with this because I spent my days exploring the city. It seems like the bunks are first come, first serve, and not assigned. CONS: Girls' bathroom ran out of TP A LOT. Lockers are too small for larger backpacks and luggage. Metal bunk beds are agony on blistered feet. THE VERDICT: Quiet, clean, and spacious. This place is filled with interesting people and is just what I wanted. I wasn't looking for a party type of hostel while I stayed here, just friendly people and a comfortable place to lie down at night. Checking in and checking out was very easy and uncomplicated, and the manager of the hostel was very informative and fairly friendly. I met people from Paris, Sweden, Australia, and Great Britain while I was here.

I had never stayed in a hostel before so I came in not knowing what to expect. At check in, Robert (the owner) went through a lengthy conversation about where I was in the city and what interesting things were around. He even gave me a map with notes explaining the train system. He was just as accessible throughout the length of my stay. I stayed in a mixed dorm with 5 other travelers and they were all very cool people. I got into the room and found my bedding and a towel folded neatly on the foot of the bed. This is a plus as it made me more confident that everything was clean. All in all, I loved my experience here. The staff is very friendly and you can tell they have a love of the city. The people I met at the hostel were awesome as well and we all gelled together really well. It made me kind of sad to leave but I know I will be back. I can't say enough about this place so if you are looking for a well-priced hostel with close proximity to public transportation, this is definitely your place!

One of the best hostel experiences I've ever had. It felt like I was at home. The house was awesome. It is a huge, cozy, 3 story home with a great backyard and front patio for hanging out. There is a big kitchen, a cute little reading room on the second floor and a TV in the office you can watch. I think there is even a guest house out back if I recall. Every guest was respectful, courteous and chill. It was immaculate (cleaned once a day), had a great charm and I felt safe. Beds were comfy, sheets were clean. There are two beach cruiser bikes you can rent for the day! Or you can take the trolley to the French Quarter (about 10-15 min away). The owner was great at helping us figure out things to do as well. Great price, great vibe, good people. 10/10 would stay here again. Check out their instagram: aubergenola

I stayed in the private room with my wife and it was a great experience. Staff were all super friendly and helpful, the place is very clean, and there was free breakfast in the morning as we checked out. Cannot get better for the price.

Awesome hostel great owners/staff who are right there to make sure you have everything you need. Got a map tour and info at check in. Super cute old house with lounges on every level more than adequate wash facilities and the rooms are quiet and comfortable. I stayed in a 6 woman dorm and it was great. You cant beat the location its central to everywhere its clean breakfast is included what more could you want?

My friend and I came to New Orleans from Miami to escape Irma, and the Auberge hostel offered an amazing light in an otherwise dark time. From the staff to the amenities and accommodations, this place turned our frown upside down in every way. Affordable rates, clean and comfortable sleeping arrangements, relaxing porch + back deck area, and in a great location! Easy access to the St. Charles street car and a short walk to the beautiful Garden District and stores on Magazine St. Will definitely stay here when I make my way back to beautiful New Orleans, under better circumstances.

The first night I arrived at this hostel, straight from the airport, I was 100% convinced I came here to die. The location is SKETCH. It's essentially a house with a lot of rooms to rent out, and it's located in a worn down empty lot. Luckily, things did get better. Outside the house are some benches and a table where the workers there were chilling and smoking. I came past their check-in time so I had to check in the first morning but the worker there did walk me to my room. The stairs going up to the room were steep as hell. I highly suggest you pack a minimal amount to muster the load up this steep hill of a stair. I shared a room with 3 other people and the room itself isn't that big. There are lockers to put your stuff but for the extra safety, bring a lock for your luggage and bring your backpack with you. The showers are somewhat clean but still do bring your flip flops! They were constantly running low on hand washing soap so it was a good thing that I packed my hand sanitizer. Also, they do provide towels but if you have trust issues like me, just pack your own. More tips: come early to get your preferred choice of bed. I'm a shorty and climbing to the top bunk was a pain in the butt! Not to mention, that ladder was extra painful on my feet. One of the perks I like is that there are outlets next to your bed, regardless if you're top or bottom bunk. On the first night, I acquainted myself with a myriad of people; some were from Australia, New Zealand, New York, Seattle, etc. There's a lot of travelers and everyone is pretty much down to go drink and party at French Quarter (I mean, why else would you go to New Orleans right?) The kitchen is definitely a hot spot where people meet. People brought cases of beer and handles and we played card games and overall drank way too much. (Speaking of kitchen, don't use the dishes in the dishwasher!! Those are only rinsed not washed! I almost made a mistake of using a cup from there.) In the day, a roommate was down to drive us around and it was awesome because I got to see places that would be way too far too get to from where I was. Hostel culture in America is nowhere close to Europe or Asia so I was pretty limited by where I can stay. With that said, I did have an amazing time here but it's mostly because of the people and the affordability. It seriously made my solo trip 10 times better to stay in a hostel instead of a hotel where I would be a complete loner. This place was definitely not the best amenities wise and it seemed like the workers felt very overworked by the owner, which is why I simply cannot give it more than 3 stars. With that said, when I travel to New Orleans again, I'm for sure going to stay here unless more affordable and better hostels start to pop up.

Awesome location and staff. They have everything you need for a good trip around NOLA. Everybody is very receptive and helpful. I'd definitely stay there again when I come back. And the price is amazing for what they offer. Thanks guys!

My first time at a hostel, and I enjoyed it. The place was clean and everybody was nice. The location is terrific and the price was right! I didn't spend a lot of time there, but it was a perfect low-cost place to stay where I could recharge after a day of touring and sight seeing... and then pass out after a night of partying. I felt plenty safe there and would have no problem staying there again.

This is the best hostel I have ever stayed in! Super friendly staff. All the amenities u need are pretty much here! Walking distance to French Quarter and Canal Street.

Do NOT book here if you want to have a chance to sleep at night. They have huge speakers in the courtyard that blare music till past 1am. If hard rap is your thing, maybe you'll enjoy it. However, I enjoy sleeping much more. Other than that, it was a decent place. I wouldn't stay here again. Personally, they need to have some consideration for the people around them. I'd hate to be a neighbor of this place.

The employees are super accomodating and kind! We had a wonderful experience and plan on visiting again and recommending them. Super fair and accomodating!