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Our top choices for Southern California hostels

Economy Shared Dormitory

1. SWEET HOSTEL

SWEET HOSTEL
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
SWEET HOSTEL
Townhome, Multiple Beds

2. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (193 reviews)
"I loved this place"
United States
Nabila
$67 nightly
The price is $76
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Beach

3. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (739 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful. Location is amazing a short walk to the beach to enjoy the sunset"
United States
Selina
$73 nightly
The price is $83
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Courtyard

4. 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, (960 reviews)
"Best hostel"
Canada
kaito
$106 nightly
The price is $122
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Lobby sitting area

5. Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (579 reviews)
"Love staying at Samesun, close to beach plenty things to do within the area!"
United States
linda
$61 nightly
The price is $69
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Beach

6. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (282 reviews)
"I was a bit worried about staying in a hostel, but didn't need to worry as the staff were excellent, the location stunning, view amazing and all in all had a great stay."
United Kingdom
Jemma
$89 nightly
The price is $101
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Interior

7. Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home

Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
2.0 star property
Exposition Park
$129 nightly
The price is $138
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
Exterior

8. California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (244 reviews)
"always like this place ,hope to go again"
United States
melvyn
$84 nightly
The price is $95
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Terrace/patio

9. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (298 reviews)
"This was a unique place with vintage decor. Enjoyed my stay here."
United States
Tiffany
$122 nightly
The price is $139
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Rosemary Silverlake
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite)

10. Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (197 reviews)
"Great stay. Staff was attentive, amenities were great. Only cons were no hot water in the kitchen sink and I don’t think the showers were cleaned during my 4 night stay. Was a great location with a lot of coffee shops and quick food/metro access."
United States
Brianni
$85 nightly
The price is $96
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Culver City Hostel
Room

11. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (236 reviews)
"I liked the kitchen & tv room"
United States
Ocea
$73 nightly
The price is $83
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
City view from property

12. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Great and cheap stay with great and friendly staff and just as friendly guests."
United States
Prahlad
$119 nightly
The price is $136
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
1 Twin Bed in a Mixed Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Interior

13. Crashpod Hostel

Crashpod Hostel
1.5 star property
Desert Hot Springs
6.4 out of 10, (136 reviews)
"Interesting place to stay for the adventurous traveler!"
United States
Kurt
$41 nightly
The price is $46
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Crashpod Hostel
Property entrance

14. HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (722 reviews)
"Easy access.. close to everything.. friendly helpful staff.."
United States
Amanda
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Room

15. Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (944 reviews)
"Great, simple stay"
Canada
Wai Kit
$59 nightly
The price is $68
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel
Beach

16. ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"amazing vibe at this hostel."
Canada
Julien
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Deluxe Studio Suite (Shared Bathroom) | Private kitchenette

17. La Ventana

La Ventana
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (63 reviews)
"Steep stairs at entry to arrive to floor level rooms. Challenging with luggage and for the disabled. Front door access code was changed next day without notice. I waited outside for over 30 minutes with groceries before I received updated access code. Clean property and amenities. Great bed. Walking distance to nightlife, 7-11, public transport and more"
United States
Azalea
$42 nightly
The price is $48
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
La Ventana
Room

18. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Location is really good right in front of a metro station in Hollywood, safe neighborhood! Have breakfast and free water"
United States
Dan
$80 nightly
The price is $91
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Interior

19. Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (678 reviews)
"Thank you for a great stay!"
United States
Karin
$114 nightly
The price is $130
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Gaslamp Hostel
Lobby sitting area

20. 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
$76 nightly
The price is $86
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
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Top Southern California Hotel Reviews

Best Western Seven Seas

Best Western Seven Seas

10/10 Excellent
"Surprisingly quiet. Had a great stay at the Best Western Seven Seas. Would stay there again. Four Stars."
bart 4-night trip
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Best Western Seven Seas

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Southern California Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,955
Accommodation
15 Hostels
Lowest Price
$46
Highest Price
$139