CENTRAL

Property class: 2
Hostel with restaurant, near Minimes Beach

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CENTRAL is a great choice for a stay in La Rochelle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Communal living room
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

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

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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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

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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

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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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

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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)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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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

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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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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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

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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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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A person opening a sliding door to a room with wooden flooring and a green chair.

Dormitory for 10 people Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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A person opening a sliding door to a room with wooden flooring and a green chair.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Vieux Port - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • La Rochelle Central Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tour de la Lanterne - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tour St. Nicolas - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 15 min drive
  • Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) - 124 min drive
  • La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station - 16 min walk
  • La Rochelle Station - 17 min walk
  • Angoulins sur Mer Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le bistrot gourmand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel La Marine - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Académie de la Bière - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie de La Poste - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Mie Câline - ‬3 min walk

About this property

CENTRAL

  • CENTRAL is a great choice for a stay in La Rochelle. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Co-working spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Garden
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Chef

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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.

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 6 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability)
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of EUR 4 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 11 July 2026 to 10 October 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.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: EUR 50 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 5 per pet, per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Does CENTRAL offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, CENTRAL does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at CENTRAL?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 5 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of EUR 50 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at CENTRAL?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at CENTRAL.

What are the check-in and check-out times at CENTRAL?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability).

Is there an on-site casino at CENTRAL?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barriere de La Rochelle (15-min walk) and Casino de Châtelaillon (18-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at CENTRAL and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, boat tours and windsurfing.

Are there restaurants at or near CENTRAL?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

Does CENTRAL have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a garden.

What's the area around CENTRAL like?

CENTRAL is in La Rochelle City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Bay of Biscay and 5 minutes' walk from La Rochelle Hotel de Ville.

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Reviews

CENTRAL Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Bonne adresse emplacement très central installation des lits dortoirs pratique ,bonne intimité rideau, prises et lumière individuel, cassier avec cadenas. Les douches sont pratique avec un espace pour se changer. Il n'y a pas d’ascenseur.
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10/10 Exceptional

Je ne suis pas resté longtemps mais les locaux sont vraiment très accueillant tout comme le personnel !
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10/10 Exceptional

Merci à toute L’équipe pour votre accueil.
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10/10 Exceptional

Chambre et salle de bain impeccable. Super bien situé. Plusieurs services bien utile : bar/restauration, consignes, parking vélo. Je recommande fortement.
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10/10 Exceptional

Très bon accueil, très tres propre
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10/10 Exceptional

J’ai adoré cette hostel, un très bon accueil, tout est très bien entretenu. Le lieu est calme, reposant, les autres personnes étaient respectueuses des parties communes. Le bar est très bien et je n’ai pas eu l’occasion de tester le restaurant mais la carte donnait envie, à des prix raisonnables. Tout proche du centre c’était un plaisir de se balader tard dans la ville et de rentrer sereinement. Le seul bémol concernerait la sécurité car on peut facilement rentrer dans l’hôtel sans badger et donc accéder aux paliers néanmoins jour et nuit le personnel est présent et très serviable et souriant. Je recommande vivement et je réserverai pour mon prochain séjour à La Rochelle.
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10/10 Exceptional

Personnel souriant et très disponible ! Emplacement idéal pour profiter de la ville et du festival des FrancoFolies ! A renouveler l année prochaine !
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10/10 Exceptional

Personnel sympathique et efficace . Propreté impeccable Etablissement très bien situé , et services disponibles complets.
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8/10 Very good

Personnel très sympathique restaurant et thème de soirée impeccable.
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10/10 Exceptional

A recommander

Très bon accueil. Dortoir très propre et sanitaires aussi.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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10/10 Exceptional

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour, le bâtiment est splendide et la décoration est vraiment unique.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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6/10 Good

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)
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8/10 Very good

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 .
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2/10 Poor

Tout a été nul !
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6/10 Good

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.
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10/10 Exceptional