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Hostels in Santa Monica

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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, (814)
"Stellar, first time staying at a hostel and I was very impressed."
United States
Kieran
The price is ￥16,022
￥19,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Front of property
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (132)
"Convenient location. Exactly what I needed for the night"
United States
Rhianon
The price is ￥8,884
￥10,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
San Marino guest house
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (607)
"Excellent location in Venice Beach, restaurants, shopping, beaches."
United States
Myriam
The price is ￥8,721
￥9,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Samesun Venice Beach - 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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (158)
"Ocean view was perfect! Perfect setting if you’re younger just expect crazy parking! Other than that it was perfect "
United States
emily
The price is ￥10,665
￥12,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
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, (927)
"I mean a free continental everyday....thats better that alot of hotels..lol staff was friendly id id reccommend it 1000x's"
United States
james
The price is ￥8,561
￥9,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay

2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (90)
"All is perfect"
United States
Yuriy
The price is ￥9,859
￥11,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Brimfield Stay
Restaurant
Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay

1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.2 out of 10, (56)
"Thank you..."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥4,242
￥4,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Green HomeStay
Interior entrance
Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel

2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (113)
"this place was okay"
United States
Gina
The price is ￥12,104
￥13,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Seasun Hostel
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (45)
"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 ￥9,397
￥10,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Forty First Place - Boutique 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, (215)
"My friend and I stayed here for two nights, loved it. You pretty much get what you pay for "
United States
Kaylie
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Shared fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Normandie Hostel

Normandie Hostel

1.0 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (114)
"It was ok but it was just loud "
United States
Jeremy
The price is ￥11,162
￥25,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Normandie Hostel
Lobby lounge
PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (124)
"Ably great "
United States
Jeffrey
PodShare - Hostel
Shared fridge, microwave, dining tables
Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel

2.0 star property
South Park
6.8 out of 10, (88)
"THK u"
United States
Elizabeth
Modern 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, (205)
"This was such a great place to stay! Very unique looking, super clean, awesome staff and the vibe was just so friendly! Love it! "
United States
Allison
The price is ￥17,139
￥20,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Lobby sitting area
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (94)
"Staff was friendly kinissies inside just the outside area was a bit hush with homeless people walking around nothing they could control "
United States
Monica
The price is ￥10,784
￥12,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
PodShare Los Feliz - 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
7.6 out of 10, Good, (138)
"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
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 Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

10/10 Excellent
"The shuttle was a bit difficult to locate due to the numerous Hyatt and Hilton options. But overall, an excellent service. "
Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,005
Accommodation
42 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥4,836
Highest Price
￥25,449

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 Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach, and SoFi Stadium. Get out into nature with places like Venice Beach Boardwalk, Palisades Park, and Original Muscle Beach. 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 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.

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