Best Hostels in New Orleans for Solo Travellers and Backpackers

Best Hostels in New Orleans for Solo Travellers and Backpackers
New Orleans is a truly unique American city which has a rich history and a lively character. Whether you're in town for the Jazz Festival, Mardi Gras, or any other time of year, you're sure to appreciate the excellent restaurants and impressive nightlife. Most tourists spend their time in the French Quarter which is where you'll find the oldest and most famous restaurants and bars. There are many great music clubs, museums, and shops throughout the area and the streetcars make a fun way to explore the city.

There are a good number of affordable hostels in New Orleans. Whether you're looking for a hostel to celebrate Mardi Gras, or a quieter retreat, there is likely an option that will meet your needs.
How much do hostels in New Orleans cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in New Orleans here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



A great party hostel for Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest!

Dorm Bed from $17.00
Private Room from $25.00
Overall Rating: 86%
124 South Lopez St, New Orleans
If you're looking for the best party hostel in New Orleans, then India House Backpackers Hostel is the place to stay. It's conveniently located close to the Jazz Fest, Voodoo Fest, and everything you could want to see and do in the French Quarter. They have regular band nights, open mike nights, and pool parties. They also host crawfish boils, cookouts, and barbecues. If you've come to New Orleans for the nightlife, then don't stay anywhere else. But make your reservations early, because India House has a reputation and fills up quickly.

The hostel has both dorms and private rooms available. Single sex and mixed dorm rooms are available and private rooms have en suite bathrooms. Private rooms have a double and twin beds.


A good hostel for backpackers, solo travellers, and small groups.

Dorm Bed from $11.59
Private Room from $18.11
Overall Rating: 96%
1628 Carondelet Street, New Orleans
Auberge NOLA Hostel is a favorite place for budget travelers and backpackers in New Orleans. It's located right in the center of town and is just one block from the famous St. Charles Avenue Streetcar. This streetcar runs 24 hours a day and travels to both Uptown and Downtown.

The hostel has a great atmosphere and the staff work hard to ensure that it's a fun and friendly place to stay. There are all kinds of amenities available for guests including free breakfast, free wi-fi throughout, and free street parking. The hostel also organizes nightly events where you can meet other visitors. There's a cinema room with movies, music, and games, and there's an outdoor courtyard with a barbecue you can use. This is truly one of the best hostels in the city.

There are twin private rooms as well as six bed dorms available. Dorms include both female only and co-ed rooms.


A good hostel for solo travellers, couples, backpackers, and small groups.

Dorm Bed from $22.57
Private Room from $27.86
Overall Rating: 97%
1021 Kerlerec St, New Orleans
Madame Isabelle's House is located in a building that was originally built in 1831. Madame Isabelle's family moved into the house in the early 1900s and Madame Isabelle lived there with her husband until 2002. There's a rich history here and the house has been well furnished and maintained. It has many traditional New Orleans characteristics and it is a truly unique place to stay.

The hostel is located in a wonderful neighborhood in New Orleans. It's near many great restaurants and bars and although it's set back enough to be quiet, it's also very close to the area's best nightlife. Frenchmen Street is about a five minute walk away, Bourbon Street is about ten minutes, and Canal Street is fifteen minutes away on foot.

The hostel has both dorms and private rooms available. There are two and three person private rooms and most have a television, refrigerator, and attached bathroom. There are also dorms that sleep five, seven, or eight people.


Private Room from $35.48
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
914 Union Street, New Orleans
Selina Catahoula New Orleans is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service and a bar. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Wi-fi, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, towels included, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Selina Catahoula New Orleans is also pet friendly.


Private Room from $11.25
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 98%
5757 Saint Anthony St., New Orleans
You'll love this apartment because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, 24 hour reception, key card access, parking, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $20.30
Private Room from $27.29
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 96%
1028 Canal Street, New Orleans
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $18.92
Private Room from $16.71
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 90%
1225 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, a nightclub, a common room, board games, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $21.00
Private Room from $27.00
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 90%
129 Burgundy, New Orleans
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, a games room, board games, cable tv, and foosball. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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