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Our top choices for Santa Monica hostels

Courtyard

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, (884 reviews)
"Clean / Comfortable / Perfect location / Helpfull stuff"
United States
Begimai
The price is ￥14,026
￥16,157 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
On the beach

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay and right on the beach. The plaza area was a fun bonus and the location… SPECTACULAR!"
United States
Teri
The price is ￥14,681
￥16,736 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Lobby lounge

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (137 reviews)
"I absolutely loved staying here. Abby was awesome, the bunks were comfortable and the spaces were clean and sanitary. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone visiting."
United States
Xavier
The price is ￥11,066
￥12,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
PodShare - Hostel
On the beach

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (695 reviews)
"Love my stay there!"
United States
shaylene
The price is ￥10,900
￥12,426 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (256 reviews)
"Very cozy, parking was easy to find on the streets of residential and accessible to lots of places nearby ! "
United States
Kristeen
The price is ￥11,696
￥18,724 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
The Rosemary Silverlake
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Indeed. Many enjoyed it's amenities."
United States
Alex
The price is ￥10,922
￥12,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Townhome, Multiple Beds | 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, (120 reviews)
"Thank you"
United States
Cynthia Catalina
The price is ￥10,386
￥11,840 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Lobby sitting area

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 ￥12,025
￥13,708 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
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, (214 reviews)
"This property was conveniently located. The staff were very friendly. It had a very nice ambience. It was an amazing experience at the right price point."
United States
Navara
The price is ￥18,533
￥22,395 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (167 reviews)
"Simple but efficient hotel. Perfect to enjoy LA and not to far from airport."
United States
Victor
The price is ￥13,015
￥14,837 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Culver City Hostel
Shared fridge, microwave

The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (137 reviews)
"I love the staff and staying here feels like home:)"
United States
Victoria
The price is ￥8,096
￥9,229 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
The Steady
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (226 reviews)
"Convenient and clean. "
United States
Alexander
The price is ￥9,295
￥10,597 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (196 reviews)
"I stayed for 2 nights and 2 days. Leah was amazing. She was the staff i interacted with. Room was simple, not too much to it yet nice. I would definitely stay there again. The only thing I didn't like was that I couldn't control the AC temperature."
United States
Alyssa
The price is ￥12,732
￥14,515 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
San Marino guest house
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (126 reviews)
"Easy check in process, clean and comfortable room and shared spaces! Would definitely book again."
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥11,332
￥12,918 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Brimfield Stay
Living area

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (123 reviews)
"Place was so filthy there’s about 8 beds on every single room , unable to even get out off the bed there to Closed to each bed , smell terrible"
United States
Ray
The price is ￥5,348
￥6,097 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Boutique HomeStay
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

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

10/10 Excellent
"I came in late but was greeted warmly by the registrar. Thank you! "
Gail 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,299
Accommodation
39 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥6,097
Highest Price
￥22,395

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 Universal Studios Hollywood. Get out into nature with places like Original Muscle Beach, Venice Beach Boardwalk, and International Chess Park. 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.

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