Madame Isabelle's House in New Orleans

New Orleans · USA

Madame Isabelle's House in New Orleans

HostelPunk Score
89% GOOD
High confidence 296 reviews
Best in New Orleans Best in USA 3rd best in North America

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Drip perks

🚲 Bicycle Hire 🛁 Hot Tub

Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🔥 BBQ 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🌿 Garden 🍳 Free Breakfast
Other facilities (34)
Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Luggage Storage Bicycle Parking Luggage Storage Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Cable TV Wi-Fi Smart TV Hair Dryers For Hire Late Check-out Linen Included Air Conditioning Towels Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Ceiling Fan Security Lockers CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Common Room Games Room Lounge Room Social Balcony Meals Available Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser Hot Showers

Prices

Dorms $36 / night
Privates $113 / night

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Recent reviews

Sweden FEMALE 18-24 May 1, 2026 Atm 100%

We have never been welcomed better than at Madame Isabelle’s! We really enjoyed our stay and the location was amazing and so close to the French Quarter. We can’t wait to come back!

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Italy MALE 31-40 Apr 15, 2026 Atm 40%

The place was a bit too dirty. There was only one bathroom to be shared across too many guests of the property. The average age at the hostel was very high (50+). It’s in a decent area. Overall not sure I recommend this place

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USA MALE Apr 9, 2026 Atm 100%

I bee here multiple of times. Location is nice if you enjoy thecountry type environment /living. They have nice backyard areas but have your mosquitoe spray for backyard outside area.

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England MALE 25-30 Apr 8, 2026 Atm 20%

I did not enjoy my stay in this hostel, but that doesn't mean its not for everyone. The hostel wasn't very social with little activities or atmosphere to meet other travellers, also the vibe of the hostel was a bit off. I left the stay early as it all felt weird with random old men staying in the dorms and lots of drug remains left in the morning. Communal areas were not the cleanest and the pillows were terrible. Bathroom was good though and the location great for exploring frenchmen and the fq

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Apr 1, 2026 Atm 100%

Great great vibe!!! Only con was the bathroom that could've been a bit cleaner :)

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Germany MALE 25-30 Mar 16, 2026 Atm 80%

super Unterkunft. perfekte Lage. Auf manche Dinge in der Beschriebung wir weniger Wert gelegt. menschen über 40 in den großen Schlafsälen. stellt aber für much kein Problem da. Frühstück für den Preis genau richtig.

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USA FEMALE 31-40 Mar 7, 2026 Atm 40%

I stayed two nights under one reservation and left a perfect review. It was sincere! But then I stayed another night, and my experience was wildly different! Maybe the place is haunted, maybe the volunteers really need serious mental health intervention. As much empathy or undergoing as i can have for “bad days,” it’s very unsettling to witness staff stage-whispering curses and condemnations directed toward other volunteers and guests while you’re having a coffee. It would be go...

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Mar 6, 2026 Atm 60%

Cute hostel, good breakfast that made it worth the price. Good en-suite bath in women’s dorm but was suuuuper dim, I feel they could add better lights there and on the mirrors considering girls are getting ready there. Upper bunk was really hard to get into, there was no ladder. Awesome staff. Prepare for mosquitos.

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Mar 6, 2026 Atm 60%

Great location and the property is attractive, so no massive complaints. The plumbing in the girls dorm could use some work though. There was constantly standing water in the sink and shower. The lack of bathrooms is also a concern. The rooms have en suites so if someone’s in there you’re just kind of out of luck. There’s only one extra toilet in the whole house which I could see being a bigger issue if the house was at capacity

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USA FEMALE 31-40 Mar 5, 2026 Atm 100%

Accommodating and friendly staff, sweet cats, satisfying continental breakfast, and very comfortable beds. The location is great. The hostel is charming, well-maintained, and clean. I’m so glad I came here!

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France FEMALE 25-30 Feb 10, 2026 Atm 100%

Madame Isabelle's House est une auberge idéalement placée et très conviviale. On se sent directement chez nous, et les bénévoles sont très sympas. Je recommande sans hésiter !

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Brazil MIXEDGROUP 25-30 Feb 2, 2026 Atm 100%

The f****** best hostel ever!!!

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France FEMALE 31-40 Feb 2, 2026 Atm 100%

amazing Hostel, with very kind staff, hope to come back soon !

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USA MALE 25-30 Jan 25, 2026 Atm 100%

wonderful stay!

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USA FEMALE Jan 19, 2026 Atm 100%

What a pleasure! It's been a long time since I stayed at a hostel; I was bowled over by the welcome acceptance from the staff and other guests. Staff was inclusive and so very kind; I enjoyed local opportunities including an amazing burlesque show. Thank you, Alexandria, for inviting me. Thank you, Georgia, for the great insight into volunteering at a hostel. Thank you, Tyler, for sharing your art. Thank you, Luna and Xeili, for inspiring me to join the volunteer travel world. No ageism here!

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France MALE 25-30 Jan 18, 2026 Atm 100%

Meilleur hostel que j’ai pu faire aux USA personnel incroyable et dévoué. Maison magnifique avec intérieur atypique. Dortoir confortable et présence d’une cuisine pour se faire à manger. De manière générale les gens se retrouvent dehors le soir ou le matin et discutent. Franchement le standing est au niveau et dépasse largement les autres établissements où je suis allé. Je recommande fortement d’y passer pour un séjour à la Nouvelles Orleans

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USA FEMALE Jan 17, 2026 Atm 100%

Alex (Alix?), Georgia, and Tyler were the staff I met and they were so helpful, welcoming, and fun! Shenanigans in the kitchen are always my favorite. Absolutely recommend staying here. The all females bunk room was clean, quiet, and very comfortable. Thanks y'all!

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Germany MALE 31-40 Jan 12, 2026 Atm 100%

One of the best hostels for friendliness and making friends

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Jan 9, 2026 Atm 100%

I highly recommend! Great location

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Jan 6, 2026 Atm 20%

TRUTH: Avoid the entire Hostel industry in this City. It’s basically run by “Volunteers” that couldn’t care less for the most part. Run down buildings and the crowd that the Hostel attracts, I’d rather pay for hotel next time honestly. Example: For Breakfast, one Volunteer that supposedly has all this experience literally served us as paying guests RAW EGGS thinking they were hard boiled. She later went on to make jokes of it with the clique of volunteers saying “Nobody told me h...

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