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Our top choices for Southern California hostels

Lobby sitting area
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (372)
"My stay was awesome"
United States
Fred
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Townhome, Multiple Beds
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (52)
"Fully stocked, private suite, with all the comforts of my own home."
United States
Giovanni
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (613)
"Nice and clean"
United States
HAYTHAM
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Courtyard
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

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, (828)
"Stellar, first time staying at a hostel and I was very impressed."
United States
Kieran
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
City view from property
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

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
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Exterior
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

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
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
On the beach
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"Great location"
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (786)
"Good place to stay "
United States
sai
Stay Classy Hostel
Living area
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel

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
ITH Mission Beach Backpacker Hostel
Sun deck
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel

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
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
ITH Beach Bungalow Surf Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (154)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
San Marino guest house
Beach nearby, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach

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
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
California Dreams Hostel - Pacific Beach
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

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
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite)
Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (140)
"Its a nice property in the heart of Culver City very close to all the eateries on Washington Blvd."
United States
Dwight
Culver City Hostel
Interior
Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (537)
"Never had this much fun in time of a simple night stay! Great accessibility as well. "
United States
Dulce de la
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Gaslamp Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (957)
"Great staff, very helpful and accommodating!"
Canada
Inderpal
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Lobby lounge
PodShare - Hostel

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
PodShare - Hostel
Property entrance
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

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
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
View from property
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (207)
"Really cool vibe 😎 "
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
1 Twin Bed in a Mixed Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Interior
Crashpod Hostel

Crashpod Hostel

Crashpod Hostel
1.5 star property
Desert Hot Springs
6.4 out of 10, (104)
"Beautiful area, and interesting set-up. Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Maureen
The price is AU$68
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Crashpod Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Southern California Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

10/10 Excellent
"I thought it was excellent in terms of distance between the hotel and airport. The service shuttle is very helpful."
Norland 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

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Southern California Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,845
Accommodation
23 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$68
Highest Price
AU$205