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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, (821)
"Stellar, first time staying at a hostel and I was very impressed."
United States
Kieran
The price is Rp1.732.328
Rp2.112.108 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (609)
"I’d definitely stay there again.. couldn’t ask for more! "
Australia
Sarah
The price is Rp882.192
Rp1.005.672 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Front of property
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (145)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
The price is Rp1.124.347
Rp1.281.756 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
San Marino guest house
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, (167)
"Great location, friendly staff, great price "
United States
Charlie
The price is Rp1.276.295
Rp1.454.976 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (941)
"Room was safe and spotless. Staff were extremely helpful throughout my stay. Having a kitchen with all necessary equipment to cook your meals or heat up in the microwave. It is very convenient to have across street the Metro and Target. All residents also staying made to stay exceptional."
Canada
Nancy
The price is Rp974.844
Rp1.111.322 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Samesun Hollywood - 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
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay

2.0 star property
Panorama City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (92)
"Very easy to find, easy check in and check out! Will be staying here again!"
United States
Andrea
The price is Rp1.066.329
Rp1.215.615 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Brimfield Stay
Interior entrance
Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel

2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (113)
"Very comfortable. Safe, quiet, clean."
United States
Margaret
The price is Rp1.349.784
Rp1.538.754 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Seasun 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
PodShare - 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, (47)
"Room was a little dirty and the bathroom wasn’t clearly marked as a bathroom. Still a good price for a good room"
United States
Christopher
The price is Rp946.551
Rp1.079.068 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Normandie Hostel

Normandie Hostel

1.0 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (114)
"Never stayed at a hostel before. The Normandie hostel is new, clean and the beds are great with so much privacy. Plus they’re virtual check in is a breeze with fast responses."
United States
Manuel Lucas
Normandie Hostel
Restaurant
Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay

1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.2 out of 10, (59)
"Easy check-in process. Nice property. Other guests were pleasant. Phenominal valur - I will return here."
United States
sean
The price is Rp539.687
Rp615.243 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Green HomeStay
Lobby sitting area
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (94)
"Great place very clean organized and nice staff"
United States
noah
The price is Rp1.108.156
Rp1.263.298 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
PodShare Los Feliz - 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
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Fridge, microwave, dining tables
Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel

2.0 star property
South Park
6.8 out of 10, (91)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
Modern Hostel
Living area
Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay

1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (100)
"Much like a paid jail stay, the “boutique” “hostel” always delivers the goods. Brutish staff, gross facilities and the usual coterie of drug addicts await you!"
United States
Adam
Boutique HomeStay
Room 12 (2 Double Beds) | 1 bedroom, 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
Culver City Hostel
Microwave, toaster, freezer
Kohzy

Kohzy

1.0 star property
Mid City
6.6 out of 10, (7)
"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 Rp1.867.916
Rp2.129.425 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Kohzy
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Freehand Los Angeles

Freehand Los Angeles

10/10 Excellent
"Very spacious place in the downtown area with good coffee and food options around. The building was built long ago but the conditions were good. Pity that we didn’t get to try the rooftop bar because of the rain."
Selina 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Freehand Los Angeles

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,069
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp615.243
Highest Price
Rp2.129.425

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 Santa Monica Beach, Universal Studios Hollywood and Crypto.com Arena. Get out into nature with places such as Venice Beach, Original Muscle Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk. Cultural attractions include City Garage Theatre, Fidelity Arts and Santa Monica History Museum.
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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