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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, (843 reviews)
"Clean room | Staff | Business-friendly"
United States
Saurabh
The price is ₹10,575
₹12,182 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
On the beach

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (628 reviews)
"Very good experience"
United States
jonatas
The price is ₹4,994
₹5,693 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (169 reviews)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
The price is ₹5,203
₹5,932 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
San Marino guest house
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (986 reviews)
"Unbeatable location at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, free breakfast, great staff."
United States
vahram
The price is ₹5,909
₹6,736 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Samesun Hollywood - 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, (189 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Andrew
The price is ₹5,341
₹6,089 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
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
7.4 out of 10, Good, (78 reviews)
"Good stay, clean area and amenities. Had no bad experience with the others staying at the hostel. "
United States
Basil
The price is ₹5,701
₹6,499 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Forty First Place - Boutique 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, (217 reviews)
"great beds and alot of room for a cheap price "
United States
marcus
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Lobby lounge

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (126 reviews)
"Easy check in comfy full size bed felt safe cheap and close to action"
United States
Jennifer
PodShare - Hostel
Living area

Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
South Park
6.8 out of 10, (96 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is ₹2,774
₹3,163 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Modern Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel
2.0 star property
Northridge
7.0 out of 10, Good, (122 reviews)
"Safe, Quiet, and Convenient. "
United States
Alnisa
The price is ₹6,704
₹7,642 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Seasun Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (108 reviews)
"Perfect setup for tje travelers. Close to food and shopping "
United States
Joseph
The price is ₹6,514
₹7,426 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Brimfield Stay
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, (145 reviews)
"Staff was absolutely wonderful and so helpful. The room was clean and even better than advertised."
United States
mitch
The price is ₹5,967
₹6,802 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Culver City Hostel
Lobby sitting area

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (94 reviews)
"Great place very clean organized and nice staff"
United States
noah
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
View from property

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (208 reviews)
"Really cool vibe 😎 "
United States
Joseph
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Living area

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (105 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

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location for LAX. Nicelt appointed room, the gym equipment in the fitness centre is well above average for a hotel set up. Very impressed. "
Timothy 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,093
Accommodation
40 Hostels
Lowest Price
₹3,163
Highest Price
₹12,182

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 Santa Monica Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Venice Beach, Original Muscle Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk. 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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