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13 Mar - 15 Mar

Our top choices for Santa Monica hostels

Courtyard
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (835 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
logan
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (621 reviews)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Manuel
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (163 reviews)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
San Marino guest house
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (977 reviews)
"Unbeatable location at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, free breakfast, great staff."
United States
vahram
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Townhome, Multiple Beds
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (66 reviews)
"Good stay, clean area and amenities. Had no bad experience with the others staying at the hostel. "
United States
Basil
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
On the beach
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (185 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Andrew
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (216 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

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (125 reviews)
"Easy check in comfy full size bed felt safe cheap and close to action"
United States
Jennifer
PodShare - Hostel
Private kitchen
Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.2 out of 10, (70 reviews)
"Easy check-in process. Nice property. Other guests were pleasant. Phenominal valur - I will return here."
United States
sean
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Green HomeStay
Living area
Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
South Park
6.6 out of 10, (95 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Modern Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Brimfield Stay

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 €63
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Brimfield Stay
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel
2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (119 reviews)
"The host was nice"
United States
Diane
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Seasun Hostel
Lobby sitting area
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

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
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite)
Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (144 reviews)
"Staff was absolutely wonderful and so helpful. The room was clean and even better than advertised."
United States
mitch
Culver City Hostel
Living area
Boutique HomeStay

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
View from property
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Santa Monica Hotel Reviews

Biltmore Los Angeles

Biltmore Los Angeles

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place "
Ellen 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Biltmore Los Angeles

Find out more about Santa Monica

Santa Monica Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,119
Accommodation
41 Hostels
Lowest Price
€32
Highest Price
€103

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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