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Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel

2.0 star property
Art Deco hostel with free breakfast connected to the convention center in New Orleans

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Just steps from Bourbon Street, Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel offers a complimentary continental breakfast and a peaceful garden. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, a terrace, and an arcade/game room and library that previous visitors consistently praise.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Private Room for a Queen bed Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Private Room for a Queen bed Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Twin Bed Private Room Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Two Twin Bed Private Room Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Backyard Private Room Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Backyard Private Room Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Smart TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Private Room with Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Private Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1021 Kerlerec St, New Orleans, LA, 70116

What's nearby

  • Bourbon Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mardi Gras - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Jackson Square - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Canal Street - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Caesars New Orleans Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • North Rampart at Esplanade Stop - 3 min walk
  • New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal - 12 min drive
  • Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Port of Call - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Golden Lantern - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Holy Diver - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Poor Boys - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Habana Outpost - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel

Hostel remodeled in 2020 and located near Bourbon Street
Café du Monde and Jackson Square are located near Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel, which provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and a library.
Other perks include:
  • Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and heating

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1863
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans
Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel New Orleans

Frequently asked questions

Is Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel located?

Located in Faubourg Marigny, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street. Canal Street and Mississippi River are also within 1 mi (2 km). North Rampart at Esplanade Stop is only a 3-minute walk and Saint Claude at Pauger Stop is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

Madame Isabelle's House In New Orleans - Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My home away from home in the French Quarter. Cozy, comfortable, quiet, interesting guests from all over the world. Great location, nice homey breakfast, terrific value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice common areas, great location but breakfast is a bit of a joke.. rooms are also a bit small, but overall okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good if you set proper expectations

Thin walls, stained sheets, some purposely wonky construction techniques, HVAC controls a mystery, and did not receive our late arrival entrance code via email, so had to wait for an employee to come out to help us enter. All that said, it was an interesting communal experience. Definitely not luxurious, but for a younger person could be a lot of fun. Great location, street parking easily accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the quarter. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shreejita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Had an awesome experience. The hosts are welcoming friendly and set up a
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very laid back, friendly, well organized hostel. I had a private ensuite room which was spacious and comfortable. Cats were a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very unique hostel property. Near enough the French Quarter and VERY near Frenchman Lane to be convenient for walking. Staff and management are fantastic. Room clean and neat but no in suite bathroom- shared. Bunkroom next door was noisy until ~ 1AM but it was new years, so OK. Area around property is borderline sketchy so watch yourself and car.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

christopher w

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little spot for inexpensive community vibes!

We have never stayed in a hostel before and for our first this is a great place to start, all others may pale in comparison. This home is historic and it is humid here but the place was really clean. I liked being able to come and go as I pleased. My only request would be for better water pressure.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Interesting Experience

A hostel with dormitory and individual rooms. A great quite place to stay near Bourbon and Frenchman Street. Interesting, mainly young visitors from all over the world. Friendly staff organizing events like Jambalaya Dinner, music club nights, etc. Value for money! We would return there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay here. I was upgraded to single queen suite seeing that I was traveling alone. Super friendly staff and guests. I would definitely recommend this stay and I'll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Madam Isabelle

I stayed at Madam Isabelle this weekend and the service was friendly and they were helpful. It was clean and very relaxing. Not too far from the quarter. Everything about this place was amazing! I will definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very charming room and property

Great place to stay. Very cozy hostel with so much character. The staff was absolutely amazing. Biggest compliant was our flight was late so we couldn't spend more time there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location, price and atmosphere were great. This is a hostel run by young travelers with great attitudes. They organize daily events and we were lucky enough to enjoy vegetarian jambalaya and the company of other residents and staff. Our room was private with ensuite bath and patio. I will recommend Madame Isabelles to my friends and hope to return in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a find! Super friendly staff, lovingly restored quirky property with charming little spaces to sit throughout, friendly guests speaking multiple languages, fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay here. So many amazing people to meet and a fun, chilled atmosphere that the staff have worked hard to foster. It’s in walking distance to the best live music. Beatrice and Sean are so helpful. The only downside for me is the mosquito issue. I know they are trying to fix it though and it’s difficult to do in New Orleans. Also, I hope they introduce recycling. Would still happily stay here again and am grateful for my time there. I hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Vivian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was no parking available as advertised. I was promised a refund. The area was unkept and not cleaned. I booked here because it was recommended by AARP. I am so disappointed. I wound up spending $231.00 for a quick rest place. Please help me get my money back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in the private room, which was very nice. The location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is hands down the beat hostel in New Orleans. Highly recommend for every reason!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Nice layout of the place, friendly environment. The hot tub was a major plus. Great location near the French quarter. Breakfast in the morning was a treat. 10/10 would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it

Refreshing and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Corine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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