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Auberge de Jeunesse

Avenue des Minimes, 17031 La Rochelle, France – Very good location – show map
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Auberge de Jeunesse
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Free parking Private bathroom Free WiFi Shower Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Meeting/banquet facilities Garden Key card access

About this property

Auberge de Jeunesse provides accommodation in La Rochelle near L'Espace Encan and The Minimes Marina. Located around 2.3 km from Parc Expo de La Rochelle, the hostel is also 1.7 km away from La Rochelle Grosse Cloche. The property is situated an 11-minute walk from La Rochelle University and 1.4 km from La Rochelle Aquarium.

All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Guests can be accommodated in a private cabin or in a dormitory room.

A continental or buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Geneviève Lethu is 1.9 km from the hostel, while La Rochelle Town Hall is 2 km away. La Rochelle - Ile de Re Airport is 4 km from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

French English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 8.0 for a two-person trip.

House rules

Kindly note that a vaccination certificate is required upon check-in.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• Please inform Auberge de Jeunesse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

• Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

• Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Legal information

This property is managed by Auberge de Jeunesse.

Located in La Rochelle, France.

FAQs about Auberge de Jeunesse

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
Auberge de Jeunesse is 1.9 km from the center of La Rochelle.
Yes, couples have rated this property 8.0 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

8.4

Very good

839 reviews

F

Frank

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
9.0
+ Stayed four days. It was a clean and comfortabe hostel close to main marina, and walking distance from old port. Some kitchen facilities Stayed four days. It was a clean and comfortabe hostel close to main marina, and walking distance from old port. Some...
- Other guests smoking in wash room at night. Breathing exhaled smoke/fumes into a paper bag to foil detectors. Other guests smoking in wash room at night. Breathing exhaled smoke/fumes into a paper bag to foil detectors.

solo traveller · Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

A

Alban

🇫🇷 France

2 months ago
9.0
+ very nice community. large facility, superb location, no bad surprise very nice community. large facility, superb location, no bad surprise
- a bit far from city center (2k walk along the harbour), but very nice view, and close to the beach a bit far from city center (2k walk along the harbour), but very nice view, and close to the beach

solo traveller · Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room

Facilities of Auberge de Jeunesse

Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Parking Family rooms Garden Bar

Food & Drink

  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoors

  • Garden

Media & Technology

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Health & Safety

  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Living Area

  • Parking

Transportation

  • Board games/puzzles

Other

  • Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for Auberge de Jeunesse

8.4

Very good

839 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.3
Facilities 7.9
Cleanliness 8.3
Comfort 8.0
Value for money 8.6
Location 8.7
Free Wifi 7.9

Score distribution

Superb
356
Good
343
Okay
101
Poor
26
Very poor
13

Scores by traveler type

Families 7.4
Solo travelers 8.5
Business travelers 8.2
With friends 8.6
Couples 8.0

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Guest reviews

F

Frank

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room 1 week ago solo traveller
+ Stayed four days. It was a clean and comfortabe hostel close to main marina, and walking distance from old port. Some kitchen facilities
− Other guests smoking in wash room at night. Breathing exhaled smoke/fumes into a paper bag to foil detectors.
A

Alban

🇫🇷 France

9.0
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room 2 months ago solo traveller
+ very nice community. large facility, superb location, no bad surprise
− a bit far from city center (2k walk along the harbour), but very nice view, and close to the beach
E

Emmet

🇮🇪 Ireland

7.0
Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room 4 months ago solo traveller
+ Price Location Room Friendly guy on reception
− For me air conditioning is a must. I nearly baked in room even with window open
H

Haolan

🇮🇪 Ireland

9.0
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room Oct 12, 2025 solo traveller
+ Very good
J

Jean

🇫🇷 France

9.0
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room Sep 22, 2025 solo traveller
+ The hostel was totally contained. Good meals, and places for bicycles
− it would have been helpful to have at least 1 chair in the room. I had a top bunk and had no place to sit when putting on shoes, or conversing with my roommates.