HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA 90401, United States of America – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 2607 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
It's clean, the staff are awesome, pretty much I need like towels and kitchen utensils are provided.
PhilippinesVery close to Santa Monica pier for not too much money (30$) for a night!
GermanyGreat location! Pier is 5 mins walk, Trader Joe’s, Target 7-8 mins walk, there are so many restaurants near by. The hostel is clean, staff is super helpful and kind. Common areas are great and the kitchen… best kitchen what I’ve ever seen in hostels. Highly recommend this place.
United States of AmericaIt was my first time in a Hostel. I enjoyed my stay. The hostel is very clean and tidy.
BrazilI have been a guest occasionally for almost twenty years. the hostel has only improved in that time
United States of AmericaReally good location close to several bus lines (Metro, Big Blue Bus) and the Metro Expo line. Rooms and all facilities seemed relatively new or well maintained. There were enough full-sized lockers for every guest to have an individual one - unlike some hostels I've stayed at. I didn't bring my child, but they apparently do allow children to stay in dorm rooms - I understand sharing a bed with an adult up to 12 or in an individual bed at 13-17.
United States of AmericaIdeal location bathroom very clean and modern good breakfast
United States of Americalocation location location! close to everything from restaurants, shopping and the beach!
United States of Americaeasy access, good location, organized and clean. staff helpful and cute space.
BrazilThis hostel is run very well - a full staff for hospitality, cleaning, and security. Rooms require cards like a hotel so your stuff feels pretty safe, lockers in rooms available. Each floor had sufficient bathroom facilities such that waiting was never an issue. Common areas were cool, although most people were just on their cell phones not talking. On one of the nights there was a free comedy show, legit LA comedians too, very enjoyable. Location is right in Santa Monica near the beach/peer - it can get a bit crazy on the streets but no complaints about being central.
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The largest all purpose-built hostel in the United States with affordable dormitory accommodations, HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel presents itself as your perfect headquarters for seeing all that the Los Angeles area has to offer.
It is just steps to the beaches of Santa Monica, Malibu and Venice, not to mention the Third Street Promenade with hundreds of shops, theaters, galleries, eateries, and pubs.
HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel is central to all Los Angeles bus lines offering easy access to city tours, movie star's homes, shopping, Disneyland, Disney's California Adventure, Universal Studios, Hollywood, Magic Mountain, Knott's Berry Farm, and the world class Getty Center Museum and the Getty Villa Museum, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean.
This is our guests' favorite part of Los Angeles, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Dimabayao
Philippines“It's clean, the staff are awesome, pretty much I need like towels and kitchen utensils are provided.” 
Jan
Germany“Very close to Santa Monica pier for not too much money (30$) for a night!”
Izabella
United States of America“Great location! Pier is 5 mins walk, Trader Joe’s, Target 7-8 mins walk, there are so many restaurants near by. The hostel is clean, staff is super helpful and kind. Common areas are great and the kitchen… best kitchen what I’ve ever seen in...”- Bruna
Brazil“It was my first time in a Hostel. I enjoyed my stay. The hostel is very clean and tidy.” 
PierreUnited States of America“I have been a guest occasionally for almost twenty years. the hostel has only improved in that time”- BcUnited States of America“Really good location close to several bus lines (Metro, Big Blue Bus) and the Metro Expo line. Rooms and all facilities seemed relatively new or well maintained. There were enough full-sized lockers for every guest to have an individual one -...”
JessicaUnited States of America“Ideal location bathroom very clean and modern good breakfast”
TonyUnited States of America“location location location! close to everything from restaurants, shopping and the beach!”
LygiaBrazil“easy access, good location, organized and clean. staff helpful and cute space.”
RyanUnited States of America“This hostel is run very well - a full staff for hospitality, cleaning, and security. Rooms require cards like a hotel so your stuff feels pretty safe, lockers in rooms available. Each floor had sufficient bathroom facilities such that waiting was...”
- Do you have private lockers to put personal stuffYes we do have lockers you would have to provide your own padlock or we do sell padlocks here too.Answered on 25 March 2020
- Is wifi available??Yes, it is.Answered on 14 February 2020
- How big are your bag lockers?There big enough for valuables only.Answered on 14 January 2020
- Can you give me more details on how to get there from the airport. Where will Big blue bus #3 drop me off & what is R3???You take the shuttle "C" from the airport into Aviation/LAX station (this is free) then at the station you take Big Blue Bus #3 to Santa Monica and th..Answered on 6 December 2020
- Are sheets and towels included?Yes, We provide sheets and towels.Answered on 20 October 2019
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prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking for more than 10 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Hosteling International is a member based organization. Guests must present a membership card at check-in or pay a membership fee of USD 4 per night. Please contact the property for more details.
Please note: Hostel guests may stay for 14 consecutive nights or an accumulative total of 14 nights during each calendar year. At the end of the 14 nights guests may not return until the following calendar year. No extensions will be granted.
When booking 10 rooms/beds or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply
All the residents outside of LA county are welcome to stay with us.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel
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HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel is 14.3 miles from the center of Los Angeles.
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HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Beach
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The nearest beach is 800 feet from HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel.
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Check-in at HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The prices at HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
