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A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

1. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica

Mario Mesraim

฿3,923 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A window with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

2. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Venice

Rupam

฿2,148 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A modern hotel room with a bed, a potted plant, and a world map on the wall.

3. Culver City Hostel

Park West

alain

฿3,256 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A view of a parking lot with several cars and a building with a flat roof in the background.

4. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

Hermosa Beach

Louis

฿2,632 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a white door, and a small dining area with white chairs.

5. San Marino guest house

Koreatown

Judith

฿2,139 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

6. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Hollywood

Mary Alison

฿2,511 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

7. Hollywood Highland Hotel & Hostel

Hollywood

฿5,772 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a purple sofa, a round table, and a wooden deck.

8. The Rosemary Silverlake

Hollywood

Maryesther

฿4,208 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel oven, and a hanging light fixture.

9. Brimfield Stay

Panorama City

Javad

฿2,919 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bathroom with a double sink, a mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

10. The Steady

Hollywood

CARLA MARIAH

฿2,767 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A hotel courtyard with a car, palm trees, and a dining area.

11. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Hollywood

Christian

฿3,932 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A modern living room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a potted bonsai tree, and a large plant.

12. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Vermont Square

Senen

฿2,590 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a modern design.

13. Boutique HomeStay

Mid City

Bernardus

฿982 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A wooden staircase leading to a bunk bed room with a window and a chalkboard with writing.

14. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

Downtown Los Angeles

Leon

฿2,804 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A cozy interior with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bench. There is a door with an 'EXIT' sign and a view of the street outside.

15. PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

Hollywood

Misty

฿3,271 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

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The palm-lined pier buzzes with carnival rides and street performers just steps from pristine Pacific beaches. Rent bikes to cruise the oceanfront path, stopping at Third Street Promenade's outdoor cafes when you're ready for people-watching.

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A brightly lit amusement park with a neon sign reading "PACIFIC PARK" and various shops and attractions.

Top reviews in Santa Monica

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Downtown Santa Monica

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Venice

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

Hermosa Beach

10/10 Excellent

Jemma

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Hollywood

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location Decent sized rooms with towels provided. Communal kitchen well stocked and kept really clean. Great restroom with hot showers, toiletries, changing rooms - all of which are kept exceptionally clean. Downside - rooms hear all the noise/music from outside and it can go on to the early hours but they do provide ear plugs at reception so grab some - they are needed. Overall a really great place and I would stay again.

Anita

The Rosemary Silverlake

Hollywood

10/10 Excellent

Clean room, great facilities and good location. I’d say the only downsides for me is that there’s too many locks throughout the property (a total of 4 to go through before you can enter your room - 1 at the main entrance, 2 to enter the building and 1 to enter the room) and since there’s no on-site staff you have to message them on Expedia and wait for a response and they can be a little slow). Overall I was quite pleased with the property, just those small things were a little annoying at...

Suyash

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Hollywood

10/10 Excellent

Rais

Brimfield Stay

Panorama City

10/10 Excellent

Callum

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

Downtown Los Angeles

8/10 Good

First impressions weren’t great as we didn’t receive an email on how to find the entrance despite informing them of our arrival time. When we did check in, lots of sirens went past so we weren’t hopeful. However the beds were comfy and big and the other guests were pretty quiet, quiet time was 10pm-10am but it was quiet the majority of the time. Bathrooms were very small but clean and the showers were lovely. Probably wouldn’t want to stay longer than a night due to lack of privacy and safe...

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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 Original Muscle Beach, Venice Beach Boardwalk and Palisades Park. Cultural attractions include City Garage Theatre, The Acting Studio at Edgemar and California Heritage 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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Our top choices for Santa Monica hostels

1. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

3. Culver City Hostel

4. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

5. San Marino guest house

6. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

7. Hollywood Highland Hotel & Hostel

8. The Rosemary Silverlake

9. Brimfield Stay

10. The Steady

11. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

12. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

13. Boutique HomeStay

14. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

15. PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

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Top reviews in Santa Monica

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Santa Monica?

What is a hostel?

What are the best hostels in Santa Monica?

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Santa Monica?

What is there to see and do in Santa Monica?

What's the best way to get to and around Santa Monica while staying at a hostel?