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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, (857 reviews)
"Clean room | Staff | Business-friendly"
United States
Saurabh
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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, (208 reviews)
"Nice pocket friendly place clean and comfortable "
United States
Furqaan
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (131 reviews)
"The cleanliness of the sheets and environment did not feel great. My skin reacted harshly to the bed and my friend also began to feel itchy and uncomfortable. Overall just felt warm and musty from the moment we stepped in. The bathroom was okay and kept clean though. Almost hard to find parking and needing to walk to the actual location which is down a small side street alley. You WILL have to pay for parking. Definitely plan ahead for parking and to pay $22-$40 overnight. There are many cool...
United States
Angelo Joshua
PodShare - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (652 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Pawel
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff, very clean, and a great stay!"
United States
Max
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (182 reviews)
"Very nice place "
United States
Marcial
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
San Marino guest house

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
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (210 reviews)
"We fell in love with this place!! Not only it’s downtown and close to tons of attractions, but the atmosphere and the staff’s easy going but attentive vibe make it an absolute gem! We will be back, and will tell everyone we know that this is THE place 😍"
United States
Roberta
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (97 reviews)
"Great location near BMO stadium. Super happy and would stay again!"
United States
Dennis
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"I love the staff and staying here feels like home:)"
United States
Victoria
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
The Steady

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (155 reviews)
"Staff was absolutely wonderful and so helpful. The room was clean and even better than advertised."
United States
mitch
Culver City Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (223 reviews)
"Overall, happy because there werent many people and the area was great. But the place needed improvements and to be more fully cleaned. If it was full then idk what it would be like, too much for sure but it wasnt. "
United States
Matthew
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (113 reviews)
"Perfect setup for tje travelers. Close to food and shopping "
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Brimfield Stay

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (108 reviews)
"Great budget frie3ndl;y place for travellers."
United States
Herman
The price is AU$56
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Boutique HomeStay

Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
South Park
6.6 out of 10, (107 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is AU$48
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Modern Hostel
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Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,180
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$48
Highest Price
AU$204

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Santa Monica?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for exploring. 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 alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Santa Monica?
While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at 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 Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi 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 experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 274 mm.
What is there to see and do in Santa Monica?
Generally, Santa Monica is known for its beaches, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include Universal Studios Hollywood, Crypto.com Arena and Dodger Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach and Original Muscle Beach. 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 centre. An alternative is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transport. You can access metro transport at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.

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