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Our top choices for Santa Monica hostels

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1. 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, (943 reviews)
"Very nice stay with very helpful staff. Very convenient and nice enough dorm rooms"
Australia
Tomas
The price is ￥20,982
￥24,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Beach nearby

2. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (732 reviews)
"Perfect location and the staff has an upbeat, kind, and very helpful vibe. I look forward to coming back."
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥11,468
￥13,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite) | WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (190 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
JAMES
The price is ￥13,346
￥15,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Culver City Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes

4. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is ￥11,643
￥13,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Living area

5. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (170 reviews)
"Na"
United States
Omid
The price is ￥4,025
￥4,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Boutique HomeStay
Townhome, Multiple Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), individually furnished

6. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (167 reviews)
"Nice little hotel"
United States
Jeronimo
The price is ￥11,519
￥13,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Lobby lounge

7. PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (140 reviews)
"Staff is efficient once contact is made and I've never had a problem staying here."
United States
Joshua
The price is ￥11,106
￥12,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
PodShare - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave

8. San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (226 reviews)
"I liked the guest house!"
United States
Kayla
The price is ￥9,000
￥10,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
San Marino guest house
Terrace/patio

9. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (288 reviews)
"Brilliant location! Walking in felt like entering another world. Wow—I absolutely loved this place and was pleasantly surprised!"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥12,377
￥19,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Rosemary Silverlake
Shared fridge, shared microwave

10. The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (146 reviews)
"Only stayed one night, so no review to post"
United States
MARK
The price is ￥9,938
￥11,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
The Steady
Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

11. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (235 reviews)
"I liked the kitchen & tv room"
United States
Ocea
The price is ￥11,245
￥12,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
On the beach

12. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (260 reviews)
"I love the location right at the beach, the staff was also very helpful."
United States
Jesus
The price is ￥19,104
￥21,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
View from property

13. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (218 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 ￥20,730
￥25,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Lobby sitting area

14. 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 ￥11,947
￥13,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

15. Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (142 reviews)
"I am sick of the LA trip"
United States
Zayar Myo
The price is ￥10,098
￥11,512 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Brimfield Stay
Economy Room with Shared Rest Room | Bathroom | Towels, soap, toilet paper

16. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (288 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is ￥8,558
￥8,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Randolph Hotel
Interior

17. Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home

Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
2.0 star property
Exposition Park
The price is ￥8,635
￥20,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"离机场很近，shuttle bus 很及时和方便，减去出行忧虑。"
Luni 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,295
Accommodation
42 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥4,589
Highest Price
￥25,050

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

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