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CENTRAL

Travelers join a lively social scene with concerts and karaoke at this energetic hostel, then explore La Rochelle City Centre by renting bikes for local adventures.

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is ₹6,323
₹7,148 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul

Room options

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A compact room with a bunk bed, a small window, and a plant on a shelf.

Private dormitory for 2 people

  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact room with a bunk bed, a small window, and a plant on a shelf.

Bed in dormitory for 2 people

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact room with a bunk bed, a small seating area, and a window with a view.

Private dormitory for 4 people

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden floors, and a skylight.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a wooden wardrobe, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a shelf with decorative items.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A room with a wooden wardrobe, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a shelf with decorative items.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A bunk bed room with wooden walls and metal railings, a marble counter, and a potted plant.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bunk bed room with wooden walls and metal railings, a marble counter, and a potted plant.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A narrow hallway with wooden bunk beds and a radiator on the wall.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Dormitory for 10 people Bathroom

  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, a skylight, and a window.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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An attic bedroom with wooden floors, a sloped ceiling, and a built-in wardrobe.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in La Rochelle, CENTRAL is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Minimes Beach and Réserve Naturelle Marais d'Yves, while Musée Grevin and Musée des Beaux-Arts are cultural highlights. Natural History Museum and La Grande Roue de La Rochelle are also worth visiting. With windsurfing, boat tours and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our La Rochelle travel guide
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16 RUE DE L'ESCALE, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, 17000

What's nearby

  • A classical building facade with statues, columns, and arched windows.
    La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic castle with two towers, a calm river, and a small boat docked nearby.
    Tour de la Chaine
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic stone tower with a flag, a river with boats, and a cityscape with buildings and a church tower.
    Tour St. Nicolas
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Vieux Port
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • La Rochelle Central Market
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Le bistrot gourmand
    4 min walk
  • Santa De Nata
    3 min walk
  • Odelićes
    3 min walk
  • Les Brocanteurs
    4 min walk
  • La Mie Câline
    3 min walk

About this property

CENTRAL

  • Hostel remodelled in 2024 and located near Vieux Port
  • 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), 1 meeting room and bike parking
    • Evening entertainment, games and karaoke
    • Coworking spaces, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • A personal chef and irons/ironing boards
    • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards 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 transport

  • No on-site 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

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 22 April 2026 to 30 September 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hostel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are 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

Payment types at the property

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: from approximately EUR 6 for adults and from 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the 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 does it cost to stay at CENTRAL?

As of 9 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CENTRAL on 26 Jul 2026 start from ₹6,323, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 10 (subject to availability).

Where is CENTRAL located?

Located in La Rochelle City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Porte de la Grosse Horloge and Vieux Port. Charruyer Park and Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Esperance are also within 5 minutes. La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station is 16 minutes by foot and La Rochelle Station is 17 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

CENTRAL Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, friendly, and beautiful staff who pampered me while I was recuperating from a pulled knee ligament. Young Deborah and Pierre especially could come home with me to befriend my two offspring of the same age. The place itself is a gorgeous neo-classical structure of heavy sandstone blocks finished with contemporary fixings that together create a refined yet funky air of nouveau chic. Great value too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Chee

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Okay for short stay!

New place but some guests talking late In the room and reception done nothing about this. Must be clearly written rules in the room no talking after 11pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel sympathique et efficace . Propreté impeccable Etablissement très bien situé , et services disponibles complets.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gwenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Personnel très sympathique restaurant et thème de soirée impeccable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

A recommander

Très bon accueil. Dortoir très propre et sanitaires aussi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

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

Staff, confort et lieu au top

Deux nuits dans un ensemble d'une élégante et magnifique architecture, accompagnées par un staff serviable et sympa. Et ensuite, la propreté des sanitaires, le confort du lit font des lieux l'incontournable à la hauteur de La Rochelle. Enfin, un spécial merci à la réceptionniste. Sébastien.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
C'est un superbe hôtel magnifique moderne avec une cour intérieure du 17 ème siècle,bar,restaurant,de plus les employés très agréables.Pour les chambres dortoir à voir, sanitaire décevant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

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

Parfait séjour

Tout était parfait merci encore pour votre accueil et votre gentillesse Ça a changé ma vision des auberges de jeunesse Nous avons adoré y séjourner en famille un petit appartement très bien pensé.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Foi o Hostel mais bonito e confortável que já fiquei na vida! Só à noite que estava quente e tivemos que dormir com as janelas abertas e aí tinha muita zoada no terraço. No mais, foi maravilhoso!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Emplacement parfait pour découvrir La Rochelle à pied ! Une hébergement bien constitué avec une chambre partagée spacieuse, des sanitaires éloignés pour éviter les nuisances sonores. Seul bémol, le dépôt du bagage à l’arrivée, avant l’horaire de prise de chambre, est payant. Montant faible (max 5€) mais dans le principe d’une auberge de jeunesse, c’est un service qui ne devrait pas être facturé.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francois

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

Une très bonne adresse.

grand dortoir de 8 . les lits sont modernes confortables et procurent une certaine intimité. l'équipe est super sympathique et serviable. Bravo!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour, le bâtiment est splendide et la décoration est vraiment unique.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stéphanie

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

Un hostel très correct aux bonnes prestations

Un dortoir de deux et quand même un espace appréciable pour se reposer et préparer ses bagages. Continuez à bien entretenir les locaux afin que tout reste propre et sans poussières car dans les chambres, avec le bois et les draps, il faut beaucoup aspirer car beaucoup de pluches peuvent se former. Le choix au petit-déjeuner est superbe et tout est appétissant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sébastien

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour en famille

En visite à la Rochelle, nous sommes venus en famille pour une nuit. Les plus : Proche centre ville et situé dans une ruelle plutôt calme. Très beau bâtiment renovée et super decoration. Prix abordable Pas de parking gratuit à proximité mais possibilite de se garer proche de l'etablissement tout de même à moindre coût Malgré que ce soit une auberge de jeunesse peu de nuisance vis à vis des clients (il y en a mais on le sait en choississant ce genre d'établissement). Les moins : Pas de buffet pour le petit dejeuner (chaque produit se paie à l'unité). Petit dejeuner inclus uniquement continental (1 demi baguette ou 1 croissant et 1 boissons chaude ou froide). Proximité avec l'accueil pas idéal pour une chambre familial (une chambre en retrait aurait évité d'être réveillé par un aspirateur (?!) à 3h du matin par exemple)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

elena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Camera molto confortevole e curata in un palazzo bellissimo in pieno centro . Peccato per la colazione poca scelta ed offerta , meglio mangiare fuori . Il parcheggio scomodo , tutti a pagamento senza nessuna convenzione .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yves

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tout a été nul !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Bon Séjour

Cet hôtel est exactement ce que j'attendais. Il se trouve proche du centre, donc le déplacement n'est pas un problème, c'est à seulement quelques minutes à pied de La Grosse Horloge. L’heure du Check-in est à 15h donc c’est pas trop tard comme dans des autres hôtels, et ça permet d’y arriver et après aller se promener dans la ville. Les toilettes et les douches sont propres et toujours disponibles, malheureusement la nuit il faisait un peu chaud. Les chambres sont propres également, et le service est très bon, les réceptionnistes sont gentilles. Le lit était confortable. Il n'y a pas beaucoup de place pour ranger la valise pour ceux qui dorment dans le lit du haut. Les couvertures sont confortables. La réception est agréable, j'y ai pris le petit-déjeuner et c'était bon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Françoise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

delphine

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nassim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yacine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aymen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

très bien, merci

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025