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San Marino guest house
Front of property

San Marino guest house

1.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72)
"Good staff, clean room, easy check in "
The price is ฿1,900
฿2,166 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
San Marino guest house
The Rumi Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Rumi Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (324)
"Place is amazing, clean and close to wonderful places and train transportation "
The Rumi Hostel
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Lobby

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (763)
"Good location "
The price is ฿4,253
฿4,899 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (889)
"Everything was good, clean, friendly! "
The price is ฿5,239
฿5,973 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (127)
"Nice place to stay"
The price is ฿3,091
฿3,524 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
On the beach

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (591)
"great!"
The price is ฿4,120
฿4,697 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (33)
"Great place and close to exposition park! "
The price is ฿2,776
฿3,164 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Modern Hostel
Fridge, microwave, dining tables

Modern Hostel

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (75)
"Good place"
The price is ฿1,104
฿1,259 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Modern Hostel
Brimfield Stay
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Brimfield Stay

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (56)
"Very new experience sleeping in a pod beautiful home well kept will definitely be using them again for my next trip out here"
The price is ฿2,338
฿2,665 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Brimfield Stay
Green HomeStay
Restaurant

Green HomeStay

1.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (39)
"Thk you"
The price is ฿1,052
฿1,199 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Green HomeStay
Burlington Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Women only | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Burlington Hostel

1.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (173)
"Very nice and affordable "
Burlington Hostel
Culver City Hostel
Room B6 (2 Double Beds) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Culver City Hostel

1.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (126)
"Great place "
Culver City Hostel
Boutique HomeStay
Living area

Boutique HomeStay

1.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (90)
"Great budget frie3ndl;y place for travellers."
The price is ฿1,315
฿1,499 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Boutique HomeStay
Seasun Hostel
Interior entrance

Seasun Hostel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (107)
"Very comfortable. Safe, quiet, clean."
The price is ฿3,214
฿3,664 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seasun Hostel
Affordable Stay America
Oven

Affordable Stay America

1.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (36)
"Very nice staff and clean place!"
Affordable Stay America
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Property amenity

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

1.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (206)
"My friend and I stayed here for two nights, loved it. You pretty much get what you pay for "
The price is ฿2,338
฿2,665 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
The Steady
Fridge, microwave

The Steady

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (125)
"its a really cool place to stay i would just add u might want to bring ur own towel an pillow cover an sheet but it decent for the price 35$ a night "
The Steady
Normandie Hostel
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle

Normandie Hostel

1.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (110)
"Great stay. Clean. Peaceful. Safe."
The price is ฿2,655
฿6,052 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Normandie Hostel
PodShare - Hostel
Lobby lounge

PodShare - Hostel

1.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (122)
"Very nice"
PodShare - Hostel
Modern HomeStay
Living area

Modern HomeStay

1.0 star property
2.4 out of 10, (5)
"The host and hostess were nice but people were noisy and some how they were helpful. Then when.I feel asleep one guest was hust screaming, complaining and threatening he was gonna do something it gotnvery anouing till the morning "
Modern HomeStay
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Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,822
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,052
Highest Price
฿5,239

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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 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.