Find Cheap Hostels in Los Angeles

By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for exploring during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theaters and entertainment venues.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to look first: Boutique Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, lockers, and bed sheets. The Rumi Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wilshire - Western Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with lockers, hair dryers, and bed sheets. Anchor Pointe Inn - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. HI Santa Monica Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Samesun Venice Beach - Located within a 20-minute walk of Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers, and TVs in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Los Angeles, one of Expedia’s 37 hostels could be a great choice.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 59°F. Average annual precipitation for Los Angeles is 14 inches.

Generally, Los Angeles is known for its theaters, live music, and museums. Major attractions include Crypto.com Arena, Dodger Stadium, and SoFi Stadium. Get out into nature with places like Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach, and Pershing Square. Cultural attractions include Kia Forum, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Los Angeles in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), 11.2 mi (18.1 km) away. An alternative is Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), which is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can take advantage of metro transit at Pershing Square Station, 7th Street - Metro Center Station, and Civic Center Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Cal State Station, or Glendale Transportation Center.