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CENTRAL

Hostel in La Rochelle with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
CENTRAL, in La Rochelle City Centre, offers a vibrant atmosphere. Guests enjoy live music, local cuisine at the restaurant or coffee shop, and in-room WiFi. Evening entertainment, especially popular karaoke nights, creates memorable experiences.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Private dormitory for 2 people

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Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Bed in dormitory for 2 people

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Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Private dormitory for 4 people

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Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

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Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Dortoir de 6 femmes avec salle de bains

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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Extra beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Dormitory for 10 people Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Yard
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2024
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
16 RUE DE L'ESCALE, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, 17000

What's nearby

  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vieux Port - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casino Barriere de La Rochelle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Port des Minimes - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Minimes Beach - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪La Brasserie des Dames - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Mie Câline - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le bistrot gourmand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Les Brocanteurs - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Académie de la bière - ‬4 min walk

About this property

CENTRAL

Hostel remodeled in 2024 and located near Minimes Beach
Concerts and live shows, a coffee shop/cafe, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at CENTRAL. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), coworking spaces, and evening entertainment
  • Tour/ticket assistance, games, and smoke-free premises
  • Books, karaoke, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • A personal chef and irons/ironing boards
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and LED light bulbs

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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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 5 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of EUR 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Frequently asked questions

Is CENTRAL pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of EUR 50 per stay and a fee of EUR 5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at CENTRAL?

This hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at CENTRAL?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at CENTRAL?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 10 (subject to availability).

Where is CENTRAL located?

Located in La Rochelle City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Porte de la Grosse Horloge, Charruyer Park, and Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Esperance. Musée Grevin and Bay of Biscay are also within 5 minutes. La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station is 16 minutes by foot and La Rochelle Station is 17 minutes.

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