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Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (366)
"My stay was awesome"
United States
Fred
$58 nightly
The price is $65
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Lobby
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (825)
"Stellar, first time staying at a hostel and I was very impressed."
United States
Kieran
$104 nightly
The price is $126
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (51)
"Fully stocked, private suite, with all the comforts of my own home."
United States
Giovanni
$52 nightly
The price is $60
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (611)
"Nice and clean"
United States
HAYTHAM
$61 nightly
The price is $70
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (171)
"Fun and friendly atmosphere. Matthew was especially kind in showing me around. Definitely would stay here again."
United States
Jacob
$102 nightly
The price is $117
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172)
"Great location, friendly staff, great price "
United States
Charlie
$71 nightly
The price is $82
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Memory foam beds, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (783)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
$53 nightly
The price is $61
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay Classy Hostel
Front of property
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (152)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
$57 nightly
The price is $66
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
San Marino guest house
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (202)
"The house is very Nice & relaxing - location's Amazingly quiet, perfect for a relaxing getaway - the volunteer staff are Wonderfully accommodating - make you feel at home 🙂"
United States
Edward
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
Living area
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

2.0 star property
Mission Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (201)
"great location and free parking available across the street. "
United States
Saquib
$79 nightly
The price is $90
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
View from property
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (121)
"I had the most amazing time here, the staff was so kind, the people were so kind, very safe, I'm genuinely so sad I had to leave because this was the most amazing experience! Especially coming single as a young woman, I felt very safe here"
United States
Maddy
$88 nightly
The price is $99
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Standard Quadruple Room, Mixed Dorm | Shared kitchen facilities | Shared fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (535)
"Never had this much fun in time of a simple night stay! Great accessibility as well. "
United States
Dulce de la
$94 nightly
The price is $107
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Gaslamp Hostel
Lobby lounge
PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (124)
"Easy check in comfy full size bed felt safe cheap and close to action"
United States
Jennifer
$64 nightly
The price is $73
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare - Hostel
Sundeck
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

2.0 star property
Pacific Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (254)
"Everyone was so cool and welcoming"
United States
noah
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Property entrance
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (643)
"Lots of value for the price, and a great Gaslamp District location "
United States
John
$76 nightly
The price is $86
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Room 12 (2 Double Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel

1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (139)
"Its a nice property in the heart of Culver City very close to all the eateries on Washington Blvd."
United States
Dwight
$74 nightly
The price is $85
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Culver City Hostel
Property amenity
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (216)
"great beds and alot of room for a cheap price "
United States
marcus
$65 nightly
The price is $74
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (952)
"Great staff, very helpful and accommodating!"
Canada
Inderpal
$53 nightly
The price is $61
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
View from property
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (206)
"Really cool vibe 😎 "
United States
Joseph
$133 nightly
The price is $151
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Interior entrance
Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel

2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (115)
"house was "
United States
Emiliano
$81 nightly
The price is $92
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Seasun Hostel
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Top Southern California Hotel Reviews

Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

10/10 Excellent
"Always a great stay. I have grown to love this gem of hotel. The young lady that checked me in was PHENOMENAL!!! Great energy and very helpful. Gave great suggestions on where to take the children for the evening!!"
Maya 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Burbank

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Southern California Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,824
Accommodation
23 Hostels
Lowest Price
$60
Highest Price
$151