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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

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, (831)
"Great place to stay"
United States
logan
The price is ￥18,971
￥22,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (614)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Manuel
The price is ￥7,454
￥8,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Front of property
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (155)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
The price is ￥9,136
￥10,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
San Marino guest house
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (966)
"Unbeatable location at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, free breakfast, great staff."
United States
vahram
The price is ￥9,824
￥11,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (177)
"Great location"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥9,097
￥10,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Shared fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Normandie Hostel

Normandie Hostel

Normandie Hostel
1.0 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (116)
"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
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (56)
"Fully stocked, private suite, with all the comforts of my own home."
United States
Giovanni
The price is ￥10,420
￥11,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (105)
"Perfect setup for tje travelers. Close to food and shopping "
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥9,991
￥11,390 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Brimfield Stay
Interior entrance
Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel
2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (116)
"house was "
United States
Emiliano
The price is ￥11,368
￥12,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Seasun Hostel
Property amenity
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

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
Restaurant
Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.4 out of 10, (66)
"Easy check-in process. Nice property. Other guests were pleasant. Phenominal valur - I will return here."
United States
sean
The price is ￥4,300
￥4,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Green HomeStay
Lobby lounge
PodShare - Hostel

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
Lobby sitting area
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

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
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
Shared fridge, microwave, dining tables
Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
South Park
6.8 out of 10, (94)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is ￥5,306
￥6,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Modern Hostel
Room 12 (2 Double Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (140)
"Its a nice property in the heart of Culver City very close to all the eateries on Washington Blvd."
United States
Dwight
The price is ￥11,097
￥12,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Culver City Hostel
Living area
Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (104)
"Staff and the ones who live there.dont need to be there "
United States
Sidney
Boutique HomeStay
View from property
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (207)
"Really cool vibe 😎 "
United States
Joseph
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Really consistant hotel brand. Clean room, friendly staff, and easy to use amenities and lobby seating. Rooms are small, but beds are big. Better for a solo or couple."
Fiona 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
citizenM Los Angeles Downtown

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,167
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥4,903
Highest Price
￥22,987

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, Original Muscle Beach, and Venice Beach Boardwalk. Cultural attractions include Santa Monica History Museum, City Garage Theatre, and Fidelity Arts.
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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