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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, (907 reviews)
"It was very nice and in a great location. There were many options for meeting people and a communal area with a pool table and kitchen. The restrooms were clean and the room had a comfortable bed."
United States
christina
$144 nightly
The price is $166
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (246 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay and right on the beach. The plaza area was a fun bonus and the location… SPECTACULAR!"
United States
Teri
$114 nightly
The price is $130
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (138 reviews)
"I absolutely loved staying here. Abby was awesome, the bunks were comfortable and the spaces were clean and sanitary. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone visiting."
United States
Xavier
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare - Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (132 reviews)
"It was a cozy place - one big bed and bathroom and huge closets. BUT - great full sticked kitchen on its own floor. Absolutely great for the price!"
United States
Lydia
$95 nightly
The price is $108
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (709 reviews)
"The place is very good, everything is clean"
United States
Yasmin
$85 nightly
The price is $97
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (264 reviews)
"Very cozy, parking was easy to find on the streets of residential and accessible to lots of places nearby ! "
United States
Kristeen
$124 nightly
The price is $141
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Rosemary Silverlake

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Ashley Marisol Peralta
$69 nightly
The price is $79
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (227 reviews)
"Convenient and clean. "
United States
Alexander
$66 nightly
The price is $75
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

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
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (177 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
JAMES
$91 nightly
The price is $104
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Total with taxes and fees
Culver City Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (217 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
$148 nightly
The price is $169
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (210 reviews)
"I liked the guest house!"
United States
Kayla
$81 nightly
The price is $92
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Total with taxes and fees
San Marino guest house

The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (143 reviews)
"I love the staff and staying here feels like home:)"
United States
Victoria
$63 nightly
The price is $72
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Steady

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (132 reviews)
"Good staff, decent housing, but one resident made me feel a little unsafe"
United States
Kohana
$91 nightly
The price is $104
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Total with taxes and fees
Brimfield Stay

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.0 out of 10, (137 reviews)
"Definitely a budget place good for emergencies for sure."
United States
Dalana
$38 nightly
The price is $43
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
Boutique HomeStay

Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (263 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
$58 nightly
The price is $60
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Total with taxes and fees
Randolph Hotel
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Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,505
Accommodation
40 Hostels
Lowest Price
$42
Highest Price
$169

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 SoFi Stadium. Get out into nature with places like Venice Beach, Original Muscle Beach, and Venice Beach Boardwalk. Cultural attractions include City Garage Theatre, Fidelity Arts, and The Acting Studio at Edgemar.
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.

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