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Hostels in Santa Monica

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (825)
"Stellar, first time staying at a hostel and I was very impressed."
United States
Kieran
The price is SAR 388
SAR 474 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

San Marino guest house

1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (151)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
The price is SAR 234
SAR 266 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
San Marino guest house

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (609)
"I’d definitely stay there again.. couldn’t ask for more! "
Australia
Sarah
The price is SAR 200
SAR 228 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (951)
"Great staff, very helpful and accommodating!"
Canada
Inderpal
The price is SAR 224
SAR 255 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (48)
"Fully stocked, private suite, with all the comforts of my own home."
United States
Giovanni
The price is SAR 204
SAR 232 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (171)
"Great location, friendly staff, great price "
United States
Charlie
The price is SAR 266
SAR 303 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

Normandie Hostel

1.0 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (114)
"Never stayed at a hostel before. The Normandie hostel is new, clean and the beds are great with so much privacy. Plus they’re virtual check in is a breeze with fast responses."
United States
Manuel Lucas
Normandie Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (216)
"great beds and alot of room for a cheap price "
United States
marcus
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

Green HomeStay

1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.2 out of 10, (63)
"Easy check-in process. Nice property. Other guests were pleasant. Phenominal valur - I will return here."
United States
sean
The price is SAR 111
SAR 126 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Green HomeStay

Seasun Hostel

2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (115)
"house was "
United States
Emiliano
The price is SAR 274
SAR 312 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Seasun Hostel

Modern Hostel

2.0 star property
South Park
6.8 out of 10, (92)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
Modern Hostel

Brimfield Stay

2.0 star property
Panorama City
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (94)
"Very easy to find, easy check in and check out! Will be staying here again!"
United States
Andrea
The price is SAR 300
SAR 342 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Brimfield Stay

PodShare - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (124)
"Easy check in comfy full size bed felt safe cheap and close to action"
United States
Jennifer
PodShare - Hostel

Boutique HomeStay

1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (100)
"Much like a paid jail stay, the “boutique” “hostel” always delivers the goods. Brutish staff, gross facilities and the usual coterie of drug addicts await you!"
United States
Adam
Boutique HomeStay

Culver City Hostel

1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (139)
"Its a nice property in the heart of Culver City very close to all the eateries on Washington Blvd."
United States
Dwight
Culver City Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (94)
"Great place very clean organized and nice staff"
United States
noah
The price is SAR 250
SAR 285 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (206)
"Really cool vibe 😎 "
United States
Joseph
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
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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 lower cost, so you can save more for going out. 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 the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Santa Monica?
While you're deciding on where to stay, check out 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 WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi 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 discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 11 inches.
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, Universal Studios Hollywood, and Crypto.com Arena. Get out into nature with places like 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 center. An alternative is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can access metro transit at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station, and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.