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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, (851 reviews)
"Clean room | Staff | Business-friendly"
United States
Saurabh
The price is P7,306
P8,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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, (198 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Andrew
The price is P4,621
P5,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (127 reviews)
"Easy check in comfy full size bed felt safe cheap and close to action"
United States
Jennifer
PodShare - Hostel

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (177 reviews)
"The bedroom was fine, it’s literally just a bed and a bathroom. There was no hot water the entire time so I had to shower somewhere else, which was a huge inconvience. It was also a bit hard finding parking, but that’s just LA. The bed was comfortable and that was the most important part. "
United States
Bailey
The price is P3,914
P4,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
San Marino guest house

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (642 reviews)
"Wonderful hostel , highly recommended "
United States
Naya
The price is P3,365
P3,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (999 reviews)
"clean, good location"
Canada
Marc-antoine
The price is P3,789
P4,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel
2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (125 reviews)
"Safe, Quiet, and Convenient. "
United States
Alnisa
The price is P4,227
P4,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Seasun Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (85 reviews)
"Good stay, clean area and amenities. Had no bad experience with the others staying at the hostel. "
United States
Basil
The price is P4,365
P4,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (148 reviews)
"Staff was absolutely wonderful and so helpful. The room was clean and even better than advertised."
United States
mitch
Culver City Hostel

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
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (221 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 P3,711
P4,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Brimfield Stay

Kohzy

Kohzy
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.6 out of 10, (7 reviews)
"We stayed in a cute 2 bed casita. It was cute and comfortable. I loved how close it was to all the tourist destinations. Hollywood Studios, Hollywood qalk of fame and the beach were are destinations and they all were 20 min drives. "
United States
Nicole
The price is P7,225
P8,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Kohzy

Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
South Park
6.6 out of 10, (100 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is P1,973
P2,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Modern Hostel

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (105 reviews)
"Staff and the ones who live there.dont need to be there "
United States
Sidney
Boutique HomeStay
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Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,980
Accommodation
40 Hostels
Lowest Price
P2,249
Highest Price
P8,417

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Santa Monica?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for going out. 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 the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Santa Monica?
While you're deciding on where to stay, check out 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 WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi 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 discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 11 inches.
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 Santa Monica Beach. Get out into nature with places like Venice Beach, Palisades Park, and Venice Beach Boardwalk. 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 center. An alternative is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station, and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.