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India House Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with outdoor pool, near City Park

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In the heart of New Orleans, India House Backpackers Hostel offers a vibrant retreat. Enjoy a game in the arcade or lounge by the pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. With free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and tour assistance available at your fingertips.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is CNY392
CNY468 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2

Room options

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
124 S Lopez St, New Orleans, LA, 70119

What's nearby

  • Xavier University of New Orleans - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Canal Street - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Caesars Superdome - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • City Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Fair Grounds Race Course - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 18 min drive
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Canal at Lopez Stop - 1 min walk
  • Canal at Salcedo Stop - 2 min walk
  • Canal at Jeff Davis Stop - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Slipper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Parkway Bakery & Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Science - ‬11 min walk

About this property

India House Backpackers Hostel

India House Backpackers Hostel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Caesars Superdome and City Park. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other features include a terrace and a garden. The property is just a short walk from public transportation: Canal at Lopez Stop and Canal at Salcedo Stop are steps away.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 100 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property's policy is to accept bookings only from out-of-state students and travelers who are not citizens of the United States. A valid student ID or non-US passport must be provided at check-in.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
    • Free offsite parking nearby
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: USD 5 per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3 to 7 per person

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Mobile payment options include: Cash App.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

India House Backpackers Hostel New Orleans
India House Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at India House Backpackers Hostel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at India House Backpackers Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at India House Backpackers Hostel?

No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at India House Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at India House Backpackers Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Fair Grounds Race Course (4-min drive) and Caesars New Orleans Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at India House Backpackers Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. India House Backpackers Hostel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near India House Backpackers Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around India House Backpackers Hostel like?

India House Backpackers Hostel is in Mid-City District, a short 1-minute walk from Canal at Lopez Stop.

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Reviews

India House Backpackers Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was a nice oasis and a great place to relax after sightseeing. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was perfect!!!
Keno, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great vibe great environment great opportunity to meet fellow travelers.
Ryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the character and location! The staff was awesome and everything was clean. Great value and I cannot say enough good things about the place. We will definitely be back!
Shane, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Very helpful staff - let us use their phones for airline bookings etc. Lots of stairs, no lifts - tricky with big bags.
Loretta, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

This place is a nightmare. I don’t know where the good reviews come from. The place is falling apart and cold. There are hols on the windows when you can’t sleep at night. They are trying the best to keep it clean , but the conditions of the place does not help
mo, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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Cedric, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great time and great staff
Mary Claire, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice experience for a travler
Tiara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent customer service and the location was right on the streetcar line.
Joyce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay just wish locals would be able to stay the night here
Tomiaka, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing check-in was I a great time
Marco, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed my stay here.
Jesus, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was great location to get downtown.
Gilberto, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay

Amazing stay, especially on a budget. You get to meet lots of fun and interesting people. The staff is super nice and they keep the place really clean.
Garshanae, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and environment
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great environment. Got a private room and I would choose this over a hotel any day!
Nasya, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Iverall nice place to stay
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

If you think this seems good, you’ll love it

What a lovely stay, I’d visit again
Johannes, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very unlike hostel experience that really captures the essence of New Orleans. Pool was great, and a very diverse, interesting mix of people!
Taylor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place full of amazing people. Stay here if you want to befriend other cool likeminded travelers from around the country/world. Staying at India House made our trip to New Orleans so amazing!! Will stay there any time I’m back.
Charlie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
Ross, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxed.met fellow travellers.was close to tram to get into town.also had swim in pool
Peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel!

Friendly atmosphere. Will stay again. Will recommend to anyone
Trisha, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The most unique and cozy place

Wow, so well decorated! Such a unique place with a cozy outdoor space and swimming pool. Lovely people as well, which made me and my brother feel right at home. We had a nice little room to sleep. Definitely will book here when coming back!
Melanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing bohemian experience. I will use the Hostel for any of my future stays in the city of New Orleans.
Michael, 1-night trip