A coastal residential area with houses near the beach and cliffs in the background.

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Our top choices for Malibu hostels

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1. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (726 reviews)
"Perfect location and the staff has an upbeat, kind, and very helpful vibe. I look forward to coming back."
United States
Jennifer
$79 nightly
The price is $90
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Courtyard

2. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (942 reviews)
"Very nice stay with very helpful staff. Very convenient and nice enough dorm rooms"
Australia
Tomas
$139 nightly
The price is $160
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total with taxes and fees
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (189 reviews)
"Room looks very clean and new. I was had a great design. I really like the new modern design it had."
United States
Thomas
$94 nightly
The price is $107
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
Culver City Hostel
Townhome, Multiple Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), individually furnished

4. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (159 reviews)
"Nice little hotel"
United States
Jeronimo
$67 nightly
The price is $76
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

5. Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (139 reviews)
"I am sick of the LA trip"
United States
Zayar Myo
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Brimfield Stay
Terrace/patio

6. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (283 reviews)
"Brilliant location! Walking in felt like entering another world. Wow—I absolutely loved this place and was pleasantly surprised!"
United States
Anthony
$114 nightly
The price is $130
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Rosemary Silverlake
On the beach

7. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (258 reviews)
"I love the location right at the beach, the staff was also very helpful."
United States
Jesus
$117 nightly
The price is $134
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes

8. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
$70 nightly
The price is $80
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Lobby lounge

9. PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (140 reviews)
"This place is amazing! All around good vibes, so don't believe any of the bad reviews you see on this place. I was the one who had a little bit too much to drink that night and unfortunately I thought I was already in my long-term Airbnb. I was blocked out drunk and I walked around naked when I wasn't supposed to. I take full responsib."
United States
Michael
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare - Hostel
Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (234 reviews)
"I liked the kitchen & tv room"
United States
Ocea
$79 nightly
The price is $90
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

11. PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (94 reviews)
"A safe place to stay while visiting."
United States
Misty
$77 nightly
The price is $87
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
View from property

12. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (218 reviews)
"This property was conveniently located. The staff were very friendly. It had a very nice ambience. It was an amazing experience at the right price point."
United States
Navara
$155 nightly
The price is $176
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total with taxes and fees
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave

13. San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (226 reviews)
"I liked the guest house!"
United States
Kayla
$69 nightly
The price is $79
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees
San Marino guest house
Shared fridge, shared microwave

14. The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (145 reviews)
"Only stayed one night, so no review to post"
United States
MARK
$70 nightly
The price is $80
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Steady
Economy Room with Shared Rest Room | Bathroom | Towels, soap, toilet paper

15. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (279 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
$59 nightly
The price is $62
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Randolph Hotel
Living area

16. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (159 reviews)
"Unclean, crowded, unsafe."
United States
Salah
$38 nightly
The price is $43
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Boutique HomeStay
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Top Malibu Hotel Reviews

Malibu Beach Inn

Malibu Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel with great staff and amazing ocean view!"
hamed 5-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Malibu Beach Inn

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Malibu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,101
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
$43
Highest Price
$176

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Malibu?
You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Malibu accommodations, which have positive reviews from our guests: Villa Graziadio Executive Center at Pepperdine University - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Malibu Country Inn - Located within a 20-minute walk of Malibu Lagoon State Beach. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Malibu?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Malibu is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in Malibu?
Overall, Malibu is known for its beaches, college atmosphere, and wineries. Major attractions include Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica Pier, and Venice Beach. Get out into nature with places like Malibu Colony Beach, Carbon Beach, and Paradise Cove Beach. Cultural attractions include Aviator Nation Dreamland, The Canyon Club, and Getty Center.
What's the best way to get to and around Malibu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Malibu in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Van Nuys, CA (VNY), located 17 mi (27.4 km) from the city center. An alternative is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), situated 17.4 mi (27.9 km) away.

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