HI New Orleans - Hostel

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

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Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Fridge, microwave
Billiards
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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, Smoothie King Center
    ‪14 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)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Suite (Private Queen Ensuite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Accessible ((ADA) Private Queen Ensuite)

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bed in a Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Women's 4-Bed Accessible Dormitory

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 6-Bed Accessible Dormitory

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in a Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Dormitory

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed in All-Gender 8-Bed Accessible Dormitory

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Located in New Orleans Central Business District, HI New Orleans - Hostel is adjacent to Saenger Theatre and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Bourbon Street. This 44-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and an arcade/game room.

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Caesars Superdome - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jackson Square - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Smoothie King Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

HI New Orleans - Hostel

Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Saenger Theatre
HI New Orleans - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Offsite parking is available for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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.
  • Elevator (45 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1899
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - July 2019
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

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.
  • 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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is permitted at HI New Orleans - Hostel.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • 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

Is free cancellation available at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

HI New Orleans - Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI New Orleans - Hostel on Oct 6, 2025 start from $89.0, excluding 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 is there to do near HI New Orleans - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in New Orleans Central Business District, just steps from Canal Street and Saenger Theatre, and within a short walk of Bourbon Street. You'll also find Caesars Superdome and Caesars New Orleans Casino less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find nearby parking with discounts available.

Does HI New Orleans - Hostel have a casino?

No, HI New Orleans - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is HI New Orleans - Hostel good for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk.

Does HI New Orleans - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does HI New Orleans - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, HI New Orleans - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does HI New Orleans - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at HI New Orleans - Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from HI New Orleans - Hostel?

The closest major airport to HI New Orleans - Hostel is Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), which is 16 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at HI New Orleans - Hostel?

No, at HI New Orleans - Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.