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Featured Hostels in Santa Monica and around

The Rumi Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (313)
"i came here on a trip by myself and felt very comfortable walking around the area alone!"
The Rumi Hostel

San Marino guest house

1.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (46)
"Good staff, clean room, easy check in "
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
San Marino guest house

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (758)
"Good location "
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (882)
"Everything was good, clean, friendly! "
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122)
"Nice place to stay"
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

Green HomeStay

1.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (36)
"Thk you"
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Green HomeStay

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (588)
"great!"
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Brimfield Stay

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (53)
"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 €71
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Brimfield Stay

Modern Hostel

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (74)
"Good place"
Modern Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (26)
"Great place and close to exposition park! "
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Burlington Hostel

1.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (168)
"I have enjoyed and i am staying again"
Burlington Hostel

Boutique HomeStay

1.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (90)
"I don't recommend this place."
Boutique HomeStay

Culver City Hostel

1.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (123)
"Great place "
Culver City Hostel

Normandie Hostel

1.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (109)
"Great stay. Clean. Peaceful. Safe."
Normandie Hostel

Affordable Stay America

1.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (36)
"Very polite and nice staff. Had a good stay here. Very clean. Would book again. Plus one extra star 6⭐️because quesito 🐾is adorable! "
Affordable Stay America

Seasun Hostel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (104)
"It was peaceful and relaxing stay."
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seasun Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

1.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (202)
"It's really close to the Union station and Little Tokyo, it's a cozy place to stay the night, during summer it gets a little hot inside but has big windows to cool the place enough"
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

The Steady

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (121)
"Amazing staff, great clean building, awesome fellow travelers. Would stay here again!"
The Steady

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

1.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (91)
"Great place very clean organized and nice staff"
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

Kohzy

1.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4)
"The outside of the property is a little run down and the parking is limited. Other than that, our room was amazing. I was traveling alone with 6 kids and our options were limited. The kids had a great sleep and the shower was incredible! "
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Kohzy
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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, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and Palisades Park. 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.