Best Hostels in Malibu
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Guest favorite
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Beach access
Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Santa Monica Place Mall welcomes shopping lovers only a 7-minute walk away, while Ocean Avenue is in close proximity to the hostel. Natural sights in the area include the tranquil Crescent Bay Park, merely 1.2 km from Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica hostel, and a beach is merely 0.8 km away.
The property is also located nearly 25 minutes' walk from Memorial Park.
Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Santa Monica Place Mall welcomes shopping lovers only a 7-minute walk away, while Ocean Avenue is in close proximity to the hostel. Natural sights in the area include the tranquil Crescent Bay Park, merely 1.2 km from Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica hostel, and a beach is merely 0.8 km away.
The property is also located nearly 25 minutes' walk from Memorial Park.
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Best-rated
Orange Drive Hostel (Adults Only)
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Guests may find Ripley's Believe It or Not situated just 550 metres away and the 130-acre Runyon Canyon Public Park, which is just a 14-minute walk from the hostel.
The Magic Castle can also be found approximately 300 metres away.
Orange Drive Hostel (Adults Only)
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 15 per day
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Orange Drive Hostel (Adults Only)
Guests may find Ripley's Believe It or Not situated just 550 metres away and the 130-acre Runyon Canyon Public Park, which is just a 14-minute walk from the hostel.
The Magic Castle can also be found approximately 300 metres away.
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
Offerring a location a short way from the public Griffith Observatory, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the movie theater "TCL Chinese Theatre", which is 0.7 km away. Museum of Death can be reached within 20 minutes' walk of the Los Angeles accommodation.
Madame Tussauds Hollywood Wax Museum can also be found merely 250 metres away.
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Offerring a location a short way from the public Griffith Observatory, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the movie theater "TCL Chinese Theatre", which is 0.7 km away. Museum of Death can be reached within 20 minutes' walk of the Los Angeles accommodation.
Madame Tussauds Hollywood Wax Museum can also be found merely 250 metres away.
Cheap Hostels in Malibu
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 11 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
The municipal Griffith Park is located within 15 minutes' drive of this Los Angeles hostel, and the themed Universal Studios Hollywood Amusement Park is around 6 km away.
The hostel is situated 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds Hollywood Wax Museum and just around the corner from Museum of Death.
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
US$ 11 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
The municipal Griffith Park is located within 15 minutes' drive of this Los Angeles hostel, and the themed Universal Studios Hollywood Amusement Park is around 6 km away.
The hostel is situated 2.1 km from Madame Tussauds Hollywood Wax Museum and just around the corner from Museum of Death.
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Beach access
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Ironing facilities
Located in Venice Beach with upscale commercial and residential pockets, this hostel is within a 300-metre distance of Venice Skate Park. Santa Monica Civic Auditorium Convention Center is 2.9 km from the Los Angeles hostel, while Venice Beach is 5 minutes' walk away.
The jointed Santa Monica Pier is 3.3 km from the Los Angeles property.
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Ironing facilities
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel
Located in Venice Beach with upscale commercial and residential pockets, this hostel is within a 300-metre distance of Venice Skate Park. Santa Monica Civic Auditorium Convention Center is 2.9 km from the Los Angeles hostel, while Venice Beach is 5 minutes' walk away.
The jointed Santa Monica Pier is 3.3 km from the Los Angeles property.
8Th And Ardmore
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
Zen Center of Los Angeles is only 5 minutes' walk from the comfortable 8Th And Ardmore hostel, while the home field "Dodger Stadium" is about 7 km away. Wiltern Theatre is located in proximity to the hostel.
8Th And Ardmore
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
8Th And Ardmore
Zen Center of Los Angeles is only 5 minutes' walk from the comfortable 8Th And Ardmore hostel, while the home field "Dodger Stadium" is about 7 km away. Wiltern Theatre is located in proximity to the hostel.
Youth Hostels in Malibu
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Beach access
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
This Hermosa Beach hostel is 150 metres from a Hermosa City Beach beach. Also, the long beach is about a 5-minute walk away.
The hostel is a mere 250 metres from Patrick Molloy's Sports Pub and in close proximity to the standing Hermosa Beach Pier.
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax
This Hermosa Beach hostel is 150 metres from a Hermosa City Beach beach. Also, the long beach is about a 5-minute walk away.
The hostel is a mere 250 metres from Patrick Molloy's Sports Pub and in close proximity to the standing Hermosa Beach Pier.
Pineapple Hostel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Second Baptist Church is a 5-minute walk from this hostel, while the multi-purpose arena "STAPLES Center" is 2.4 km away. The historic 7-acre sunken Exposition Park Rose Garden is also situated 2.5 km away.
The Los Angeles hostel welcomes sports enthusiasts to explore LA Memorial Coliseum Stadium, which is situated a 10-minute ride away.
Pineapple Hostel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Pineapple Hostel
Second Baptist Church is a 5-minute walk from this hostel, while the multi-purpose arena "STAPLES Center" is 2.4 km away. The historic 7-acre sunken Exposition Park Rose Garden is also situated 2.5 km away.
The Los Angeles hostel welcomes sports enthusiasts to explore LA Memorial Coliseum Stadium, which is situated a 10-minute ride away.
The Wilshire Metro
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
The Wilshire Metro
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
The Wilshire Metro
Hostels In Malibu City Centre
Libra Hotel (Adults Only)
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
Petersen Automotive Museum is located 4.9 km from the comfortable hotel, and Wilton Historic District is a 19-minute walk away. This hostel is located within a 300-metre distance of Wiltern Auditorium, while Eleanor Green Roberts Aquatic Center, offering relaxation and rejuvenation, is 3 km away.
Notable religious sites in the area include Saint James In The City Episcopal Church, located steps from the Los Angeles property.
Libra Hotel (Adults Only)
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
Libra Hotel (Adults Only)
Petersen Automotive Museum is located 4.9 km from the comfortable hotel, and Wilton Historic District is a 19-minute walk away. This hostel is located within a 300-metre distance of Wiltern Auditorium, while Eleanor Green Roberts Aquatic Center, offering relaxation and rejuvenation, is 3 km away.
Notable religious sites in the area include Saint James In The City Episcopal Church, located steps from the Los Angeles property.
Casa Pickford
- Shared kitchen
Casa Pickford
- Shared kitchen
Casa Pickford
Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
This hostel is conveniently located in the Currumbin district, with quick access to Baba Sale Congregation, situated 450 metres away. The Los Angeles hostel is situated a 10-minute drive from the movie theater "TCL Chinese Theatre".
Also, Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & hostel is 3.4 km from Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Sun terrace
Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
This hostel is conveniently located in the Currumbin district, with quick access to Baba Sale Congregation, situated 450 metres away. The Los Angeles hostel is situated a 10-minute drive from the movie theater "TCL Chinese Theatre".
Also, Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & hostel is 3.4 km from Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Hostels in Malibu with Car Parking
The California - Hollywood
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Located in Hollywood with some of the most famous celebrity homes, landmarks & a framed souvenir photo, this Los Angeles hostel is 2.4 km from Hollywood Boulevard Famous Street and just near such shopping venues as Gelson's Market Gourmet Grocery Store. In addition, Hollywood Adventist Church is located merely 5 minutes' walk away.
In proximity to the 10-room The California - Hollywood hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the municipal Griffith Park, which is 4.6 km away.
The California - Hollywood
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
The California - Hollywood
Located in Hollywood with some of the most famous celebrity homes, landmarks & a framed souvenir photo, this Los Angeles hostel is 2.4 km from Hollywood Boulevard Famous Street and just near such shopping venues as Gelson's Market Gourmet Grocery Store. In addition, Hollywood Adventist Church is located merely 5 minutes' walk away.
In proximity to the 10-room The California - Hollywood hostel, guests will find natural sights, such as the municipal Griffith Park, which is 4.6 km away.
Los Angeles Zen Home
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Patio
Los Angeles Zen Home
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Patio
Los Angeles Zen Home
Fruit Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
Fruit Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Terrace
Fruit Hostel
Malibu Hostels with Private Rooms
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Great deal
Van Nuys Homes For The Soul
- Shared kitchen
- Security
Van Nuys Homes For The Soul
- Shared kitchen
- Security
Van Nuys Homes For The Soul
Seasun Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Outdoor swimming pool
There is Sky Zone Trampoline Park 4.4 km from the comfortable hostel.
The hostel is also located 15 minutes by car from Candy Cane Lane.
Seasun hostel provides rooms with a dining area and such comforts as air conditioning.
Seasun Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Outdoor swimming pool
Seasun Hostel
There is Sky Zone Trampoline Park 4.4 km from the comfortable hostel.
The hostel is also located 15 minutes by car from Candy Cane Lane.
Seasun hostel provides rooms with a dining area and such comforts as air conditioning.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Malibu, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel |
8.8 / 10 (4896 Reviews) |
From 35$ | |
| Orange Drive Hostel (Adults Only) |
8.9 / 10 (1783 Reviews) |
From 35$ | |
| Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel |
8.2 / 10 (3711 Reviews) |
From 30$ | |
| Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel |
8.2 / 10 (2309 Reviews) |
From 29$ | |
| Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel |
8.3 / 10 (3258 Reviews) |
From 39$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget hostels near Malibu Beach are best for surfers?
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax and Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel provide excellent locations near Malibu Beach. Both hostels offer easy access to the waves and surf schools.
Book a surf lesson at a nearby school before 10am to catch the best waves and avoid crowds.
Which budget hostels in Malibu are close to the nightlife?
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel and Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel are within driving distance to Malibu's nightlife hotspots. You can explore bars and clubs in nearby West Hollywood.
Visit popular spots like the Whisky a Go Go or The Viper Room on weekends for the best live music and atmosphere.
What budget hostels are near California landmarks?
The California - Hollywood and Pineapple Hostel are conveniently located for visiting iconic locations. They give you easy access to Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Griffith Observatory.
Start your day early to avoid long lines and enjoy popular landmarks like Griffith Observatory before noon for the best views.
Which budget hostels near Malibu have family-friendly features?
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel and Orange Drive Hostel have family rooms and communal spaces for kids. They are suitable for families visiting Malibu's attractions.
Check for activities hosted by the hostel, which often include family game nights and movie screenings.
Are there pet-friendly hostels near Malibu Beach?
Libra Hotel is an adults-only hostel that allows pets, making it a great choice for pet owners near Malibu Beach. They provide designated pet areas for convenience.
Contact the hotel in advance to ensure they can accommodate your specific pet needs.
Which budget hostels near Malibu provide breakfast?
Seasun Hostel and Casa Pickford include breakfast in their rates, offering a great start to your day before exploring Malibu. Breakfasts often feature local fruits and pastries.
Enjoy breakfast between 7am and 9am to experience their most popular menu items while they are fresh.
What budget hostels in Malibu are good for an extended stay?
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax and Van Nuys Homes For The Soul offer comfortable accommodations for longer visits. They provide facilities like kitchens and shared lounges.
Consider booking directly for discounts on longer stays, especially during the off-peak season.
What unique experiences should I plan in Malibu?
Plan a visit to the Getty Villa or explore the scenic Malibu Pier for stunning ocean views. Both provide cultural insights and beautiful photo opportunities.
Arrive at the Getty Villa after 9am to avoid the morning crowd for a more enjoyable experience.
How can I get around Malibu effectively?
Consider renting a bike or using rideshare services to navigate Malibu easily. This allows you to explore beaches and scenic coastal roads at your own pace.
Bike rentals are typically cheaper before noon, so rent early to enjoy the entire day.
What are some popular events in Malibu throughout the year?
Experience the Malibu Arts Festival in July or the Malibu Farmers Market on Sundays. Both events showcase local art and produce, offering a taste of the area's culture.
Visit the Farmers Market early on Sunday mornings for the freshest produce and unique artisan products.