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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, (856 reviews)
"Clean room | Staff | Business-friendly"
United States
Saurabh
The price is £127
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Lobby lounge

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"Easy check in comfy full size bed felt safe cheap and close to action"
United States
Jennifer
PodShare - 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, (202 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Andrew
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
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
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (180 reviews)
"The bedroom was fine, it’s literally just a bed and a bathroom. There was no hot water the entire time so I had to shower somewhere else, which was a huge inconvience. It was also a bit hard finding parking, but that’s just LA. The bed was comfortable and that was the most important part. "
United States
Bailey
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
San Marino guest house
View from property

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"clean, good location"
Canada
Marc-antoine
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
On the beach

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (643 reviews)
"Wonderful hostel , highly recommended "
United States
Naya
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Samesun Venice Beach - 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, (88 reviews)
"Good stay, clean area and amenities. Had no bad experience with the others staying at the hostel. "
United States
Basil
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Outdoor dining

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (210 reviews)
"We fell in love with this place!! Not only it’s downtown and close to tons of attractions, but the atmosphere and the staff’s easy going but attentive vibe make it an absolute gem! We will be back, and will tell everyone we know that this is THE place 😍"
United States
Roberta
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
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, (221 reviews)
"Overall, happy because there werent many people and the area was great. But the place needed improvements and to be more fully cleaned. If it was full then idk what it would be like, too much for sure but it wasnt. "
United States
Matthew
The price is £46
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
PodShare DTLA Arts District - 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, (151 reviews)
"Staff was absolutely wonderful and so helpful. The room was clean and even better than advertised."
United States
mitch
Culver City Hostel
Microwave, toaster, freezer

Kohzy

Kohzy
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.6 out of 10, (7 reviews)
"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 £104
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Kohzy
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (113 reviews)
"Perfect setup for tje travelers. Close to food and shopping "
United States
Joseph
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Brimfield Stay
Living area

Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
South Park
6.6 out of 10, (104 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is £26
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Modern Hostel
Living area

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (106 reviews)
"Staff and the ones who live there.dont need to be there "
United States
Sidney
Boutique HomeStay
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Freehand Los Angeles

Freehand Los Angeles

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay with hostel vibe with prime location to cover all the historic spots like hotels, apple store, food spots. Would recommend staying here."
Mohan Rao 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Freehand Los Angeles

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Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,903
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
£26
Highest Price
£127

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 Universal Studios Hollywood, Crypto.com Arena and Dodger Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach and Palisades 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 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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