Best Hostels in Santa Monica
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Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
The Santa Monica hostel is located within 5 minutes' walk of Ocean Avenue and 2.1 km from Memorial Park. The hostel enjoys location 850 metres from Santa Monica State Beach.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the victorian mansion Angels Attic Museum, which is merely 0.9 km away.
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
The Santa Monica hostel is located within 5 minutes' walk of Ocean Avenue and 2.1 km from Memorial Park. The hostel enjoys location 850 metres from Santa Monica State Beach.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the victorian mansion Angels Attic Museum, which is merely 0.9 km away.
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Santa Monica Stays
- Shared kitchen
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Tea and coffee facilities
Located 0.8 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the victorian mansion Angels Attic Museum, the hostel is also 3.1 km from Rustic Canyon. This hostel is about a 25-minute walk from Joslyn Park and not far from the posh Downtown Santa Monica Shopping Center.
Families can enjoy proximity to the seaside Pacific Park, which is 2.1 km away.
Santa Monica Stays hostel offers guest rooms with a view of the city, and in certain rooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available.
Santa Monica Stays
- Shared kitchen
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Tea and coffee facilities
Santa Monica Stays
Located 0.8 km from such significant cultural landmarks as the victorian mansion Angels Attic Museum, the hostel is also 3.1 km from Rustic Canyon. This hostel is about a 25-minute walk from Joslyn Park and not far from the posh Downtown Santa Monica Shopping Center.
Families can enjoy proximity to the seaside Pacific Park, which is 2.1 km away.
Santa Monica Stays hostel offers guest rooms with a view of the city, and in certain rooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels is available.
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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
Situated 2.2 km from such significant cultural landmarks as Museum of Death, the hostel is also just a few steps from The Academy of Magical Arts. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Gelson's Market Gourmet Grocery Store (2.3 km) and the sprawling historic Original Farmers Market (3.9 km) for visitors to explore.
Orange Drive Hostel offers access to The Magic Castle, which is approximately 5 minutes' walk 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)
Situated 2.2 km from such significant cultural landmarks as Museum of Death, the hostel is also just a few steps from The Academy of Magical Arts. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Gelson's Market Gourmet Grocery Store (2.3 km) and the sprawling historic Original Farmers Market (3.9 km) for visitors to explore.
Orange Drive Hostel offers access to The Magic Castle, which is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Cheap Hostels in Santa Monica
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
Guests may find The Magic Castle situated just 600 metres away and Plummer Park, which is about 25 minutes' walk from this Los Angeles hostel. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is a short way from the 160-acre Runyon Canyon Park.
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & hostel is located approximately 5 minutes on foot from Hollywood Boulevard Famous Street.
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Guests may find The Magic Castle situated just 600 metres away and Plummer Park, which is about 25 minutes' walk from this Los Angeles hostel. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is a short way from the 160-acre Runyon Canyon Park.
Samesun Hollywood Hotel & hostel is located approximately 5 minutes on foot from Hollywood Boulevard Famous Street.
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
This Los Angeles hostel is located in the Currumbin district of Los Angeles and just around the corner from Museum of Death. The hostel is also located around 6 km from the themed Universal Studios Hollywood Amusement Park.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the public Griffith Observatory, which is about a 10-minute drive away.
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
This Los Angeles hostel is located in the Currumbin district of Los Angeles and just around the corner from Museum of Death. The hostel is also located around 6 km from the themed Universal Studios Hollywood Amusement Park.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the public Griffith Observatory, which is about a 10-minute drive away.
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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
This hostel is conveniently located in Venice Beach with upscale commercial and residential pockets, with quick access to Venice Sign, situated about 100 metres away. Also, the Los Angeles hostel is a 15-minute ride from such natural sights as Santa Monica State Beach.
Families can have quality time by visiting South Beach Park Playground, which is 1.6 km away.
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Ironing facilities
Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel
This hostel is conveniently located in Venice Beach with upscale commercial and residential pockets, with quick access to Venice Sign, situated about 100 metres away. Also, the Los Angeles hostel is a 15-minute ride from such natural sights as Santa Monica State Beach.
Families can have quality time by visiting South Beach Park Playground, which is 1.6 km away.
Youth Hostels in Santa Monica
8Th And Ardmore
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
This hostel is situated 350 metres from Zen Center of Los Angeles, approximately 15 minutes by car from such to entertainment venues as the public Griffith Observatory. The Los Angeles hostel is situated in proximity to Wiltern Theatre.
The Broad Museum is among the cultural highlights close to the 9-room 8Th And Ardmore hostel, situated 4.8 km away.
8Th And Ardmore
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
8Th And Ardmore
This hostel is situated 350 metres from Zen Center of Los Angeles, approximately 15 minutes by car from such to entertainment venues as the public Griffith Observatory. The Los Angeles hostel is situated in proximity to Wiltern Theatre.
The Broad Museum is among the cultural highlights close to the 9-room 8Th And Ardmore hostel, situated 4.8 km away.
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Beach access
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
Patrick Molloy's Sports Pub is a mere 250 metres from this Hermosa Beach hostel, and natural sites like Dominguez Park are 2.3 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Seaside Lagoon Public Swimming Pool, approximately 30 minutes' walk away.
Families can enjoy proximity to Redondo Fun Factory Amusement Center, which is 2.5 km away.
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel Lax
Patrick Molloy's Sports Pub is a mere 250 metres from this Hermosa Beach hostel, and natural sites like Dominguez Park are 2.3 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Seaside Lagoon Public Swimming Pool, approximately 30 minutes' walk away.
Families can enjoy proximity to Redondo Fun Factory Amusement Center, which is 2.5 km away.
Pineapple Hostel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
The multi-purpose arena "STAPLES Center" is situated 2.4 km from this hostel, and the historic 7-acre sunken Exposition Park Rose Garden is a 25-minute walk away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Los Angeles Convention Center (2.2 km) and Grand Central Market (3.4 km) for visitors to explore.
The nearby cultural landmarks include Space Shuttle Endeavour Museum, which is 2.5 km away.
Pineapple Hostel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Patio
Pineapple Hostel
The multi-purpose arena "STAPLES Center" is situated 2.4 km from this hostel, and the historic 7-acre sunken Exposition Park Rose Garden is a 25-minute walk away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise Los Angeles Convention Center (2.2 km) and Grand Central Market (3.4 km) for visitors to explore.
The nearby cultural landmarks include Space Shuttle Endeavour Museum, which is 2.5 km away.
Hostels In Santa Monica City Centre
The Wilshire Metro
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
The comfortable hostel boasts a prime location 15 minutes' drive from Hollywood Boulevard Famous Street, 10 minutes' drive from shopping opportunities such as the sprawling historic Original Farmers Market. This hostel is also 3.5 km from Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Albertson Wedding Chapel, a prominent religious site, is about a 25-minute walk from the Los Angeles property.
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
The comfortable hostel boasts a prime location 15 minutes' drive from Hollywood Boulevard Famous Street, 10 minutes' drive from shopping opportunities such as the sprawling historic Original Farmers Market. This hostel is also 3.5 km from Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Albertson Wedding Chapel, a prominent religious site, is about a 25-minute walk 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
The comfortable hotel is located merely a 5-minute walk from Wiltern Auditorium and 15 minutes' drive from the home field "Dodger Stadium". You can visit sacred sites such as Saint James In The City Episcopal Church, found steps from this hostel.
The nearby cultural landmarks include The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, which is 4.3 km away.
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)
The comfortable hotel is located merely a 5-minute walk from Wiltern Auditorium and 15 minutes' drive from the home field "Dodger Stadium". You can visit sacred sites such as Saint James In The City Episcopal Church, found steps from this hostel.
The nearby cultural landmarks include The La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, which is 4.3 km away.
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
Nestled in the Currumbin district, this hostel is in proximity to Made In LA Wall. You can access American Girl Doll Store (1.2 km) and the sprawling historic Original Farmers Market (1.3 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.
Melrose Avenue is 650 metres away, and the public Griffith Observatory, available to diversify your stay, is 7 km away.
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
Nestled in the Currumbin district, this hostel is in proximity to Made In LA Wall. You can access American Girl Doll Store (1.2 km) and the sprawling historic Original Farmers Market (1.3 km) as popular shopping choices in the area.
Melrose Avenue is 650 metres away, and the public Griffith Observatory, available to diversify your stay, is 7 km away.
Hostels in Santa Monica with Car Parking
Casa Pickford
- Shared kitchen
Casa Pickford
- Shared kitchen
Casa Pickford
The California - Hollywood
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
This Los Angeles hostel boasts a prime location in Hollywood with some of the most famous celebrity homes, landmarks & a framed souvenir photo, just 1.6 km from Hollywood Farmers Market. The hostel is also nearly a 10-minute ride from the live - performance auditorium "Dolby Theatre".
The nearby cultural landmarks include the open-air theatre "Hollywood Bowl", which is 2.3 km away.
The California - Hollywood
- Shared kitchen
- Off-site car park
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
The California - Hollywood
This Los Angeles hostel boasts a prime location in Hollywood with some of the most famous celebrity homes, landmarks & a framed souvenir photo, just 1.6 km from Hollywood Farmers Market. The hostel is also nearly a 10-minute ride from the live - performance auditorium "Dolby Theatre".
The nearby cultural landmarks include the open-air theatre "Hollywood Bowl", which is 2.3 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
Hostels in Santa Monica with Private Rooms
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
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Van Nuys Homes For The Soul
- Shared kitchen
- Security
In addition, Van Nuys United Methodist Church is located only 150 metres away.
Guests can visit the family Sherman Oaks Castle Park Amusement Center, an ideal spot for family time approximately a 15-minute ride away.
Van Nuys Homes For The Soul
- Shared kitchen
- Security
Van Nuys Homes For The Soul
In addition, Van Nuys United Methodist Church is located only 150 metres away.
Guests can visit the family Sherman Oaks Castle Park Amusement Center, an ideal spot for family time approximately a 15-minute ride away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica hostels are closest to the beach?
Hostels like Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel and Ith Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel are just a short walk from the beach. You can easily enjoy sunbathing and surfing.
For morning beach activities, try to arrive before 9 am for fewer crowds and better parking options nearby.
What affordable Santa Monica hostels have breakfast included?
Consider staying at Hi Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel for a complimentary breakfast. It helps you start your day without extra costs.
Arrive early for breakfast, usually served from 7 am to 9 am, to enjoy a good selection before heading out.
Are there budget hostels in Santa Monica with a pool?
Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel and Samesun Hollywood Hotel & Hostel have pool facilities. A refreshing break is guaranteed after a day out.
Use the pool area on weekdays for a quieter experience and better access to sun loungers.
Which Santa Monica hostels are near downtown attractions?
Casa Pickford and Santa Monica Stays are located conveniently near downtown attractions like shopping and dining. You can explore famous spots on foot.
Visit downtown in the early evening for food trucks and live performances at the Santa Monica Pier, enhancing your experience.
Which Santa Monica hostels are near the Santa Monica College?
The Wilshire Metro and Orange Drive Hostel (Adults Only) are both located close to Santa Monica College. It's convenient for students and visitors alike.
Plan college tours during weekdays for a better chance to see classes in action and meet current students.
Which affordable Santa Monica hostels are pet-friendly?
Look into Libra Hotel (Adults Only) and Fruit Hostel, both of which welcome pets. You can enjoy your vacation with your furry friend.
Check with your hostel for details on pet policies - some may require a small extra fee or specific guidelines.
What are the best Santa Monica hostels for families with kids?
Consider staying at Samesun Venice Beach Hotel & Hostel, which accommodates families and is close to kid-friendly beaches. Family rooms are available for extra comfort.
Choose family room options ahead of time for better availability and to ensure you have enough space for everyone.
What unique attractions should I visit in Santa Monica?
Don't miss the Santa Monica Pier, which hosts an amusement park, an aquarium, and restaurants. It offers a great spot for fun and dining.
Visit during the weekday afternoons for fewer crowds at the pier's attractions and eateries.
What is the best way to get around Santa Monica?
Biking is an excellent way to explore, with bike lanes and rentals available throughout the city. You can also use the Big Blue Bus for convenient public transportation.
Consider riding a bike along Ocean Front Walk for scenic views, and try to avoid peak hours for smooth rides.
Are there seasonal events happening in Santa Monica?
Yes, the Santa Monica Summer Twilight Concert Series features live music every Thursday evening from June to September. It is popular among locals and tourists alike.
Arrive early to secure a good spot on the grass and enjoy food from local vendors on-site during the concerts.