In the heart of Bordeaux City Centre, Central Hostel offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities, a lively bar, and coworking spaces. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of concierge services while exploring nearby Rue Sainte-Catherine and Place de la Bourse.
Bordeaux (ZFQ-Saint-Jean SNCF Train Station) - 30 min walk
Sainte-Catherine Tram Station - 2 min walk
Hôtel de Ville Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Hotel de Ville Tram Station - 4 min walk
Restaurants
Starbucks - 4 min walk
Magnus - 1 min walk
Palatino - 1 min walk
Le Saint Georges - 3 min walk
Bar A Caneles Baillardran - 1 min walk
About this property
Central Hostel
Located near a train station, Central Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Bordeaux. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sainte-Catherine Tram Station is 2 minutes and Hôtel de Ville Tram Stop is 3 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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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
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Caters to LGBTQ guests
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Bicycle tour information
Boat tours nearby
Working away
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Terrace
Communal living room
Lockers available
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.15 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 5.50 to 7.00 for adults, and EUR 5.50 to 5.50 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 5 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
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
Central Hostel Bordeaux
Central Bordeaux
Central Hostel Bordeaux
Central Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Central Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Bordeaux
Frequently asked questions
Does Central Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Central Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Central Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Central Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Central Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Central Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 5 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Central Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Barriere Casino Theatre (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Central Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as boat tours.
What's the area around Central Hostel like?
Central Hostel is in Bordeaux City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Sainte-Catherine Tram Station and 5 minutes' walk from Bordeaux Cathedral.
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Reviews
Central Hostel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Square
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Reviews
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 17, 2025
Good place to stay for the location.
Dallas
Dallas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
Lovely staff, great location
Elena
Elena, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 5, 2025
Very central location
Isabel
Isabel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2024
Brilliant stay
Fantastic service, very well situated - great value for money for a short stay in the city.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2023
great stay
very pleasant stay
julliette was very informative and professional.
highly recimmend staying here good location!!
luis
luis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2024
The service was very good and comfortable.
Kohei
Kohei, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
Huge private top floor room with a view
We stayed in 401 which is a very large private room. We lived everything about the room and the stay. The hostel is perfectly located for walking to all the old town sites. We’ll stay again.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2023
We had a great stay in a family room. When we closed the window it was completely quiet with no noise getting in from the square. Staff were very helpful. The breakfast option was excellent. The location was perfect for walking about the beautiful city. Highly recommend.
isadora
isadora, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2024
Location location location!
I loved my stay at the Central Hostel. The staff were super nice and helpful and the location is truly central and very walkable.
I stayed in a 8 bed mixed dorm for the first time and the blackout blinds were a gamechanger for me. Other than a microwave there's no kitchen but there're an Aldi and Carrefour nearby which is super helpful.
The washrooms and the showers weren't the cleanest and it didn't feel like they were being cleaned daily but it's a hostel after all.
If I'd ever go back to Bordeaux, I'll definitely stay here but would book a female dorm instead.
Merciii :>
Mona
Mona, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 14, 2024
Decent stay but lacks aktivities and cleanness
I was a bit disappointed with my stay at this hostel. The location was very good, and the room was nice with very private bunkbeds that each had its own curtain. That made you feel like you had your own little space.
However, there were no activities during my stat, and there was generally not a hostel “vibe” where you felt it was natural to speak to others. The bar-area in the reception was alright, but each person just sat by themself. For me, that was quite disappointing.
Furthermore, in the room, there were some very weird-looking dark spots in the ceiling that definitely looked like some kind of mould. Unfortunately, I do not have any pictures, but it was definitely a bit concerning. Other than that, the room was clean and the bed felt very nice as well.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
Amazing place
Andreii
Andreii, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Perfect place !
Viyaleta
Viyaleta, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 7, 2025
Nice hostel for short term stays. Can be noisy due to people on the street outside.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2023
Excellent service
Sophia
Sophia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2023
Cute, clean, centrally located hostel!
Amazing hostel! Cute, clean and perfectly located on StCatherine street (longest pedestrian only street!! Lots of shopping!). All the facilities were in great condition and updated. As a solo traveler it could have been a little bit more socially oriented, but that is being super picky! Would recommend!
Amy
Amy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2023
Fantastic!!
This did not seem like a hostel. It was amazing. we had a private room. Location cannot be beat. Amazing cafe and area to hang out downstairs. super quiet. On a famous square in an old church.
Colleen
Colleen, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2023
Staff
Ethan
Ethan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2024
Unfortunately, the hostel does not have control of its surroundings. At the time of my stay, there were some unhoused people with dogs. And at night they would bark. ( the dogs not the people )
But in no insistence did I feel unsafe. The area is very centrical and walking distance to most attraction.
Highly recommend.
John
John, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 1, 2023
location is brilliant in the centre of Bordeaux. However, i went expecting breakfast as advertised only to be told they did not serve food. They need to change their ads about the hostel. However, excellent cafe just round the corner. They also need to be more communicative about tourism, and where the tourist bureau is, as they themselves were not able to answer my questions. Staff good natured however.
valerie
valerie, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2022
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Steve
Steve, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jul 12, 2024
The area is not safe, a lot of homeless around the hotel. Services are very limited: WiFi didn’t work, terrible smell in the lobby and bathroom, not possible to set your temperature in the room, no iron available even if you ask the front desk. The overall experience was not so good.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2023
Great place for a girls weekend!
T'was a girls weekend in Bordeaux. We booked a private suite for four. Very comfortable, clean room. Confusion re the towels - we "rented" some per the welcome email and the room ended-up having towels. Hooks would be nice to hang them after showering, as well as water cups. Also, housekeeping was advertised. They did a partial cleaning and ended-up taking some of our souvenir cups. We fortunately got 4/6 back. Also, very much appreciated coffee and tea in the room. Overall a great stay and would return. Oh, and the location was good though there were a lot of homeless people/squatters in the square.
Monica
Monica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
très bonne adresse en plain centre ville de Bordeaux.
Continuez et je reviendrai avec grand plaisir
lilian
lilian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2026
Si
Rodrigo
Rodrigo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2026
J'ai apprécié mon séjour au Central Hostel de Bordeaux, situé au coeur du centre ville, près des lignes de Tramways.
L'équipe de la réception est très agréable et pro.
La salle, où chiller ou travailler (selon les envies), est confortable, on peut y déguster café et autres boissons tout en écoutant de la musique diverses et variées selon les goûts du moment 😉
Il en est de même pour la terrasse, a apprécié aux beaux jours !
Dortoirs et autres équipements 👍
Merci à l'équipe de la réception pour votre accueil !