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Our top choices for Universal City hostels

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1. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"So close to everything"
United States
Mia
$76 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Lobby lounge

2. PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"Stay was good, liked it. Helpful staff"
United States
Abhinav
$66 nightly
The price is $76
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare - Hostel
View from property

3. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (219 reviews)
"Good AC and fan in room 202. Very hot day"
United States
GREGORY
$139 nightly
The price is $158
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Terrace/patio

4. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (301 reviews)
"This was a unique place with vintage decor. Enjoyed my stay here."
United States
Tiffany
$129 nightly
The price is $148
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
The Rosemary Silverlake
Front of property

5. Rest & Rise La

Rest & Rise La
2.0 star property
Wilshire
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"I absolutely love this property and I would definitely recommend it a perfect 10/10 The house is always clean and drama free and welcoming as well as queit, respectful, and comfortable."
United States
Joshua
$67 nightly
The price is $78
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Rest & Rise La
Townhome, Multiple Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), individually furnished

6. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (199 reviews)
"I loved this place"
United States
Nabila
$66 nightly
The price is $75
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Lobby sitting area

7. 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
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
Courtyard

8. 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, (969 reviews)
"Great property. Affordable"
United States
Justin
$105 nightly
The price is $121
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave

9. San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (232 reviews)
"Second time staying, it was just as nice as the first time."
United States
Judith
$55 nightly
The price is $63
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
San Marino guest house
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (202 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
$86 nightly
The price is $99
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Culver City Hostel
Interior

11. Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home

Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
2.0 star property
Exposition Park
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"We were expecting this to be a hotel. It turned out to be an unmarked apartment building. When we arrived we were unable to get into the entrance door as the code we had did not work and there was no one to help. After a lot of searching we finally found support online, left messages at an unattended mailbox and sat for 2 hours in front of the building after having been on the road for 6+ hours. We finally were able to get someone to chat with us online and give us a code to enter. Our clean...
United States
Joerg
$129 nightly
The price is $137
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
Beach nearby

12. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (743 reviews)
"amazing time and location"
United States
Timothy
$77 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

13. Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (152 reviews)
"Very nice place, very comfortable"
United States
Lark
$66 nightly
The price is $76
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Brimfield Stay
Outdoor dining

14. 8th & Ardmore

8th & Ardmore
1.0 star property
Koreatown
$43 nightly
The price is $49
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
8th & Ardmore
Shared fridge, shared microwave

15. The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (149 reviews)
"The attention was pretty good, everything was clean and the breakfast was good."
Mexico
CARLA MARIAH
$59 nightly
The price is $68
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Steady
Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (240 reviews)
"Very convenient location for Little Tokyo and Metro travel"
United States
Michael
$79 nightly
The price is $90
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
On the beach

17. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287 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
$122 nightly
The price is $139
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Living area

18. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (201 reviews)
"There was a kitchen & dining area & bathrooms on each floor. Both of those made the stay convenient stay for me. Also located near K-town near shops & downtown area."
United States
Ocea
$38 nightly
The price is $43
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Boutique HomeStay
Economy Room with Shared Rest Room | Bathroom | Towels, soap, toilet paper

19. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (300 reviews)
"Skip this dump!"
United States
Grantlin
$59 nightly
The price is $62
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Randolph Hotel
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The Garland

The Garland

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing! Would stay again"
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The Garland

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Universal City Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,417
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
$43
Highest Price
$158

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Universal City?
Our customers like these accommodations in the area, and they may offer budget-friendly nightly rates: Sheraton Universal Hotel - 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from the heart of Universal City. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City - 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the heart of Universal City. Located within a 20-minute walk of Universal CityWalk. You can take advantage of free WiFi, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Stylish Home Prime Location with Fireplace & Patio - 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from the heart of Universal City. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Universal City?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Universal City is 13 inches.
What is there to see and do in Universal City?
Generally, Universal City is known for its theme parks, local tours, and restaurants. Major attractions include Universal Studios Hollywood, Dodger Stadium, and Crypto.com Arena. Get out into nature with places like Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, and Runyon Canyon Park. Cultural attractions include Hollywood Bowl, Kia Forum, and Dolby Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Universal City while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Universal City on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), 3.9 mi (6.3 km) away from the city center. Another option is Van Nuys, CA (VNY), located 9.5 mi (15.3 km) away.

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