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Terrace/patio
Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Appartement : Chambre + dortoir 4 lits | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Appartement : Chambre + dortoir 4 lits | Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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16 RUE DE L'ESCALE, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, 17000
  • Place, La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
    â€Ș3 min walk‬
  • Place, Vieux Port
    â€Ș3 min walk‬
  • Place, La Rochelle Central Market
    â€Ș6 min walk‬
  • Airport, La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de RĂ©)
    â€Ș9 min drive‬

Room options

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Private dormitory for 2 people

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bed in dormitory for 2 people

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Private dormitory for 4 people

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Dormitory for 10 people Bathroom

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

La Rochelle

Located in La Rochelle City Centre, CENTRAL is adjacent to Porte de la Grosse Horloge and within a 5-minute walk of Charruyer Park. This 18-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vieux Port - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tour de la Chaine - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Rochelle Central Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tour St. Nicolas - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station - 16 min walk
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de RĂ©) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘSanta De Nata - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘOdelićes - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘLe bistrot gourmand - ‬4 min walk
  • â€ȘLa Mie CĂąline - ‬3 min walk
  • â€ȘLes Brocanteurs - ‬4 min walk

About this property

CENTRAL

Renovated in 2024, CENTRAL offers karaoke, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers. Private yards and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 6 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Renovated entire property - April 2024
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Chef service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 10

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from April 22 2026 to September 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hostel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 5 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of EUR 50 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.88 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 6 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Pet deposit: EUR 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 5 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 10 (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: EUR 3.5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at CENTRAL?

CENTRAL offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at CENTRAL?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CENTRAL on Jun 24, 2026 start from $93, 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.

What can I see within easy reach of CENTRAL?

This hostel is situated in La Rochelle City Centre, just steps from Vieux Port and Porte de la Grosse Horloge, and within a short walk of Bay of Biscay. You'll also find La Rochelle Hotel de Ville and La Rochelle Central Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at CENTRAL?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does CENTRAL have a casino at the property?

No, CENTRAL doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at CENTRAL?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about CENTRAL?

There are many amenities for couples at this hostel, including a chef service as well as a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at CENTRAL?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does CENTRAL have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, CENTRAL serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does CENTRAL allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at CENTRAL for a fee of EUR 5 per pet, per day. A deposit of EUR 50 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at CENTRAL?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to CENTRAL?

The closest major airport to CENTRAL is La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de RĂ©), which is 4.5 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at CENTRAL?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at CENTRAL.

CENTRAL Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, friendly, and beautiful staff who pampered me while I was recuperating from a pulled knee ligament. Young Deborah and Pierre especially could come home with me to befriend my two offspring of the same age. The place itself is a gorgeous neo-classical structure of heavy sandstone blocks finished with contemporary fixings that together create a refined yet funky air of nouveau chic. Great value too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Okay for short stay!

New place but some guests talking late In the room and reception done nothing about this. Must be clearly written rules in the room no talking after 11pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Personnel trÚs sympathique restaurant et thÚme de soirée impeccable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A recommander

TrĂšs bon accueil. Dortoir trĂšs propre et sanitaires aussi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Staff, confort et lieu au top

Deux nuits dans un ensemble d'une élégante et magnifique architecture, accompagnées par un staff serviable et sympa. Et ensuite, la propreté des sanitaires, le confort du lit font des lieux l'incontournable à la hauteur de La Rochelle. Enfin, un spécial merci à la réceptionniste. Sébastien.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
C'est un superbe hÎtel magnifique moderne avec une cour intérieure du 17 Úme siÚcle,bar,restaurant,de plus les employés trÚs agréables.Pour les chambres dortoir à voir, sanitaire décevant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Parfait séjour

Tout Ă©tait parfait merci encore pour votre accueil et votre gentillesse Ça a changĂ© ma vision des auberges de jeunesse Nous avons adorĂ© y sĂ©journer en famille un petit appartement trĂšs bien pensĂ©.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Foi o Hostel mais bonito e confortåvel que jå fiquei na vida! Só à noite que estava quente e tivemos que dormir com as janelas abertas e aí tinha muita zoada no terraço. No mais, foi maravilhoso!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Emplacement parfait pour dĂ©couvrir La Rochelle Ă  pied ! Une hĂ©bergement bien constituĂ© avec une chambre partagĂ©e spacieuse, des sanitaires Ă©loignĂ©s pour Ă©viter les nuisances sonores. Seul bĂ©mol, le dĂ©pĂŽt du bagage Ă  l’arrivĂ©e, avant l’horaire de prise de chambre, est payant. Montant faible (max 5€) mais dans le principe d’une auberge de jeunesse, c’est un service qui ne devrait pas ĂȘtre facturĂ©.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Une trĂšs bonne adresse.

grand dortoir de 8 . les lits sont modernes confortables et procurent une certaine intimité. l'équipe est super sympathique et serviable. Bravo!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour, le bùtiment est splendide et la décoration est vraiment unique.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stéphanie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un hostel trĂšs correct aux bonnes prestations

Un dortoir de deux et quand mĂȘme un espace apprĂ©ciable pour se reposer et prĂ©parer ses bagages. Continuez Ă  bien entretenir les locaux afin que tout reste propre et sans poussiĂšres car dans les chambres, avec le bois et les draps, il faut beaucoup aspirer car beaucoup de pluches peuvent se former. Le choix au petit-dĂ©jeuner est superbe et tout est appĂ©tissant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

SĂ©bastien

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SĂ©jour en famille

En visite Ă  la Rochelle, nous sommes venus en famille pour une nuit. Les plus : Proche centre ville et situĂ© dans une ruelle plutĂŽt calme. TrĂšs beau bĂątiment renovĂ©e et super decoration. Prix abordable Pas de parking gratuit Ă  proximitĂ© mais possibilite de se garer proche de l'etablissement tout de mĂȘme Ă  moindre coĂ»t MalgrĂ© que ce soit une auberge de jeunesse peu de nuisance vis Ă  vis des clients (il y en a mais on le sait en choississant ce genre d'Ă©tablissement). Les moins : Pas de buffet pour le petit dejeuner (chaque produit se paie Ă  l'unitĂ©). Petit dejeuner inclus uniquement continental (1 demi baguette ou 1 croissant et 1 boissons chaude ou froide). ProximitĂ© avec l'accueil pas idĂ©al pour une chambre familial (une chambre en retrait aurait Ă©vitĂ© d'ĂȘtre rĂ©veillĂ© par un aspirateur (?!) Ă  3h du matin par exemple)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

elena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Camera molto confortevole e curata in un palazzo bellissimo in pieno centro . Peccato per la colazione poca scelta ed offerta , meglio mangiare fuori . Il parcheggio scomodo , tutti a pagamento senza nessuna convenzione .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yves

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tout a été nul !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Bon SĂ©jour

Cet hĂŽtel est exactement ce que j'attendais. Il se trouve proche du centre, donc le dĂ©placement n'est pas un problĂšme, c'est Ă  seulement quelques minutes Ă  pied de La Grosse Horloge. L’heure du Check-in est Ă  15h donc c’est pas trop tard comme dans des autres hĂŽtels, et ça permet d’y arriver et aprĂšs aller se promener dans la ville. Les toilettes et les douches sont propres et toujours disponibles, malheureusement la nuit il faisait un peu chaud. Les chambres sont propres Ă©galement, et le service est trĂšs bon, les rĂ©ceptionnistes sont gentilles. Le lit Ă©tait confortable. Il n'y a pas beaucoup de place pour ranger la valise pour ceux qui dorment dans le lit du haut. Les couvertures sont confortables. La rĂ©ception est agrĂ©able, j'y ai pris le petit-dĂ©jeuner et c'Ă©tait bon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

delphine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nassim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yacine

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

10/10 Excellent

Aymen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

trĂšs bien, merci

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Merizek

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera

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