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Browse Select Santa Monica Hostels

Lobby
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (808)
"Great place to stay"
United States
logan
The price is ฿3,362
฿4,099 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Front of property
San Marino guest house
San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (123)
"It is a great place to stay for the money! "
United States
Haydar
The price is ฿2,008
฿2,289 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
San Marino guest house
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (606)
"I’d definitely stay there again.. couldn’t ask for more! "
Australia
Sarah
The price is ฿1,761
฿2,008 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153)
"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 ฿2,556
฿2,914 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (919)
"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 ฿2,048
฿2,334 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Property amenity
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
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
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (43)
"Great place and close to exposition park! "
United States
isaiah
The price is ฿2,473
฿2,819 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Restaurant
Green HomeStay
Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (54)
"Thank you..."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿1,047
฿1,194 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Green HomeStay
Interior entrance
Seasun Hostel
Seasun Hostel
2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (113)
"this place was okay"
United States
Gina
The price is ฿2,619
฿2,985 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Seasun Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Brimfield Stay
Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (87)
"It was a nice place, felt like home"
United States
Jorge
The price is ฿1,833
฿2,090 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Brimfield Stay
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Normandie Hostel
Normandie Hostel
1.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (114)
"It was ok but it was just loud "
United States
Jeremy
Normandie Hostel
Lobby lounge
PodShare - Hostel
PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (124)
"Ably great "
United States
Jeffrey
PodShare - Hostel
Lobby sitting area
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
1.5 star property
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 ฿2,748
฿3,133 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
Fridge, microwave, dining tables
Modern Hostel
Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
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
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (205)
"Fun property"
United States
William
The price is ฿3,616
฿4,122 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Living area
Boutique HomeStay
Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
6.2 out of 10, (99)
"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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (136)
"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
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Freehand Los Angeles

Freehand Los Angeles

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and comfortable stay in a stylish hotel "
Sycamore 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Freehand Los Angeles

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Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,965
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,194
Highest Price
฿4,122

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 Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach and SoFi Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as 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 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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