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Our top choices for Southern California hostels

Deluxe Double Room

Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home

Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
2.0 star property
Exposition Park
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
Townhome, Multiple Beds

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (151 reviews)
"It was a cozy place - one big bed and bathroom and huge closets. BUT - great full sticked kitchen on its own floor. Absolutely great for the price!"
United States
Lydia
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
On the beach

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (725 reviews)
"Perfect location and the staff has an upbeat, kind, and very helpful vibe. I look forward to coming back."
United States
Jennifer
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel

Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ocean Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (546 reviews)
"The room was clean, the staff were helpful, and parking in the area was great"
United States
Jason
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Samesun Ocean Beach - Hostel
Terrace/patio

The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Brilliant location! Walking in felt like entering another world. Wow—I absolutely loved this place and was pleasantly surprised!"
United States
Anthony
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The Rosemary Silverlake
Hypo-allergenic bedding, blackout curtains

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
1 Twin Bed in a Mixed Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom | Interior

Crashpod Hostel

Crashpod Hostel
1.5 star property
Desert Hot Springs
6.4 out of 10, (136 reviews)
"👎"
United States
German
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Crashpod Hostel
Property entrance

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel

HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (709 reviews)
"great place, quick stay!"
United States
LaQuetta
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
HI San Diego Downtown - Hostel
Room 13 (2 Double Beds Private Bathroom Suite)

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (186 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
JAMES
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Culver City Hostel
Memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request)

Stay Classy Hostel

Stay Classy Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (896 reviews)
"Nice stay in budget."
United States
Nitin
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Stay Classy Hostel
Iron/ironing board (on request), 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, (233 reviews)
"I liked the kitchen & tv room"
United States
Ocea
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
Exterior

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach

California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
2.0 star property
Point Loma
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (228 reviews)
"The staff was great. The setup was nice and I love the organization of everything there. Also, clean bathrooms!"
United States
Daniel
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
California Dreams Hostel - Ocean Beach
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, (257 reviews)
"I love the location right at the beach, the staff was also very helpful."
United States
Jesus
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
City view from property

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (231 reviews)
"Im greatly satisfied on my stay!!"
United States
alan jr
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
Interior

Gaslamp Hostel

Gaslamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (644 reviews)
"Great place, wonderful people"
United States
Craig
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Gaslamp Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (138 reviews)
"I am sick of the LA trip"
United States
Zayar Myo
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Brimfield Stay
Lobby lounge

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (139 reviews)
"This place is amazing! All around good vibes, so don't believe any of the bad reviews you see on this place. I was the one who had a little bit too much to drink that night and unfortunately I thought I was already in my long-term Airbnb. I was blocked out drunk and I walked around naked when I wasn't supposed to. I take full responsib."
United States
Michael
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
PodShare - Hostel
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, (937 reviews)
"Very nice stay with very helpful staff. Very convenient and nice enough dorm rooms"
Australia
Tomas
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Lobby

PodShare San Diego - Hostel

PodShare San Diego - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.2 out of 10, Good, (93 reviews)
"Great location. No AC and very dusty"
United States
Ty
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
PodShare San Diego - 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, (218 reviews)
"This property was conveniently located. The staff were very friendly. It had a very nice ambience. It was an amazing experience at the right price point."
United States
Navara
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
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Top Southern California Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, clean facility. The building is a little out dated. I liked the free airport shuttle."
Alycia 1-night trip
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Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG

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Southern California Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,085
Accommodation
18 Hostels
Lowest Price
€47
Highest Price
€149