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India House Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near City Park

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BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Interior detail
Lobby
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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124 S Lopez St, New Orleans, LA, 70119
  • Place, Caesars Superdome
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, National World War II Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jackson Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Orleans, LA (MSY-Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 120 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

New Orleans

Mid-City District stay.Your stay at this Mid-City District hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of City Park and Caesars Superdome. Jackson Square and Café du Monde are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caesars Superdome - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Bourbon Street - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • National World War II Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Jackson Square - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Café du Monde - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Parkway Bakery & Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ruby Slipper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Neyow's Creole Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Science - ‬11 min walk

About this property

India House Backpackers Hostel

Adults-only hostel near City Park
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at India House Backpackers Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this New Orleans hostel.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Dining venue
India House Backpackers Hostel offers 100 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 3 to 7 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 5 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 3 to 7 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Cash App
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Cash App. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is India House Backpackers Hostel to the airport?

India House Backpackers Hostel is 12.9 mi (18-min drive) away from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at India House Backpackers Hostel?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at India House Backpackers Hostel on Oct 5, 2025 start from $60.0, 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.

Does India House Backpackers Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at India House Backpackers Hostel.

Does India House Backpackers Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at India House Backpackers Hostel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 3 and 7 per person. It's available every day from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at India House Backpackers Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Fair Grounds Race Course (4-min drive) and Caesars New Orleans Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at India House Backpackers Hostel?

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

Is there free parking at India House Backpackers Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does India House Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

India House Backpackers Hostel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does India House Backpackers Hostel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does India House Backpackers Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is India House Backpackers Hostel to downtown New Orleans?

India House Backpackers Hostel is 1.7 mi away from New Orleans.

Reviews

India House Backpackers Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 164 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerame

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

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Great for a hostel.

It was fine. I have never stayed in a hostile before so I didn’t really know what it would be like. There were no issues at all, though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice experience for a travler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Prudhvi

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AC didn't work
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nasya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great environment. Got a private room and I would choose this over a hotel any day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Claire

Great time and great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness
Eclectic and humble yet nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unlike hostel experience that really captures the essence of New Orleans. Pool was great, and a very diverse, interesting mix of people!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mistake don't do it.....
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Solo female traveler

Place had awesome vibes. Pool was a nice oasis after sightseeing. Loved the common areas. Plenty of outdoor seating and great coffee. Also the area is great. Walking distance to great restaurants outside the tourist area and I even walked to city park. Def recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

joshua

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hoa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garshanae

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Audrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing check-in was I a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing bohemian experience. I will use the Hostel for any of my future stays in the city of New Orleans.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025