A busy beachside promenade with palm trees, cyclists, and beachgoers.

Find Cheap Hostels in Santa Monica

  • Bundle & Save

    Get more, spend less whenever you see Bundle & Save deals

  • OneKeyCash

    Earn OneKeyCash on all your eligible bookings

  • Upfront pricing

    We are not like the others - we include taxes and fees

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
Aug 7 - Aug 9
In two weeks
Aug 14 - Aug 16
In one month
Aug 28 - Aug 30
In two months
Sep 25 - Sep 27

Our top choices for Santa Monica hostels

Courtyard

1. 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, (939 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
On the beach

2. 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
$74 nightly
The price is $85
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Venice Beach - 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, (188 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
JAMES
$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, (156 reviews)
"Nice little hotel"
United States
Jeronimo
$64 nightly
The price is $73
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Terrace/patio

5. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (281 reviews)
"Brilliant location! Walking in felt like entering another world. Wow—I absolutely loved this place and was pleasantly surprised!"
United States
Anthony
$101 nightly
The price is $115
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total with taxes and fees
The Rosemary Silverlake
Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes

6. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
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
$137 nightly
The price is $156
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Full-size fridge, microwave

8. San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (224 reviews)
"I liked the guest house!"
United States
Kayla
$60 nightly
The price is $69
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
San Marino guest house
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 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare - Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

10. Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (138 reviews)
"I am sick of the LA trip"
United States
Zayar Myo
$77 nightly
The price is $87
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Brimfield Stay
Living area

11. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (158 reviews)
"Unclean, crowded, unsafe."
United States
Salah
$33 nightly
The price is $38
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Total with taxes and fees
Boutique HomeStay
Shared fridge, shared microwave

12. 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
$67 nightly
The price is $76
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
The Steady
View from property

13. 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 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Lobby sitting area

14. 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
Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (233 reviews)
"I liked the kitchen & tv room"
United States
Ocea
$73 nightly
The price is $83
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Economy Room with Shared Rest Room | Bathroom | Towels, soap, toilet paper

16. 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
$57 nightly
The price is $60
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Randolph Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport North

8/10 Good
"It was close the airport and they have transportation service. We have a long lay over before our international flight and I can’t afford missing it. We enjoyed the breakfast in the morning. The room was clean but still with some slight unpleasant odor I could smell as I walked in. Overall we had a good stay and had a good sleep before our long flight."
Claire B 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport North

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,517
Accommodation
42 Hostels
Lowest Price
$38
Highest Price
$176

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Santa Monica?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its art galleries, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Santa Monica?
While you're deciding on where to stay, check out this top hostel in Santa Monica: HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Monica?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: 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 Santa Monica is 11 inches.
What is there to see and do in Santa Monica?
Generally, Santa Monica is known for its beaches, restaurants, and sports. Major attractions include Santa Monica Beach, Santa Monica Pier, and Venice Beach. Get out into nature with places like Palisades Park, Original Muscle Beach, and Venice Beach Boardwalk. Cultural attractions include McCabe's Guitar Shop, City Garage Theatre, and Fidelity Arts.
What's the best way to get to and around Santa Monica while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Santa Monica in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from the city center. An alternative is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station, and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia