1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA 90401, United States of America
#58 of 373 hotels in Los Angeles
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2166 hostel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.8
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: March 28, 2024
Christine
United States of AmericaOriginally booked 4 nights but needed to cancel two of the them. It was within the stated guidelines, but the per-night rate on my remaining nights increased. Only other dislike was my bed...very loud every time I moved. Made me self-conscious so didn't sleep well.
Friendly, helpful staff and great atmosphere. Happily surprised that breakfast was included. Met lots of interesting people and enjoyed the public spaces. First time in a hostel and would definitely consider again. Location has super-close access to beach, restaurants, stores and the Santa Monica Pier.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Tiernan
United KingdomIt was quite simple with nice dining facilities and is modern. Plentiful social spaces. Shared bathrooms, but there was also a private bathroom with a shower in our room, which was nice Free breakfast was great with bagels, fruits, cereals, and free bottles of juice. Great location next to the pier and within walking distance of many nice places to eat and convenience stores. Clean bathrooms
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Leticia
United KingdomThe shower water should be a bit warmer.
Breakfast and a nice fireplace and a comedy show!! 👏🏻
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Alar
FinlandNothing to say here.
Location, room, staff, people, value for the money etc.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Alar
FinlandNothing negative to say.
Everything, seriously.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Rishabh
IndiaJust the beds could have had a curtain for privacy.
Everything was great, place is well run, people are great, rooms are clean and good, bathing area is well maintained too, everyone has key access for security.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Vincent
TaiwanIt’s kind of a facility problem which consecutively 2 days of no hot water to bath. Cold bath was quite suffering during the winter days in LA
Friendly staff and clean environment Also providing events for new comers Definitely a great place for people wishing to to know more about different cultures
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Nicola
AustraliaDid not read the no alcohol policy prior to arrival for new years stay, but that is entirely my own fault. Staff very kindly told me places I could go instead.
Amazing location just down from the pier and beach with lots of shopping and restaurants nearby. Free breakfast was also good with a variety including cereal, bagels, fruit, coffee. The kitchen facilities were also very large with good quality modern appliances.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Petra
Czech RepublicProbably the best hostel of hi hostel ive tried! Amazing location - for me the santa monica is the best place to stay in LA, also the staff, people were so nice. Everything was so clean and the best thing is a breakfest where you have many of options to eat. I very recommend !!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 19, 2024
Jennifer
AustraliaWifi was limited in the rooms.
Friendly staff Clean rooms with comfortable beds Breakfast was great
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Laura
GermanyReally clean, spacious, nice location close to the beach, good breakfast
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 16, 2024
Jamie
New ZealandBeds were noisy. Ideally invest in non-sprung beds to keep the noise down.
Well priced compared to alternatives. Excellent breakfast. Good options for rooms to relax / chat in. Fantastic central Santa Monica location. Clean bathrooms. Lockers in the rooms.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Urias
SpainBathrooms could be more clean and there was soap missing for taking a shower. As I expected there was soap I didn’t bring my own and once you are wet in the shower is difficult to get out to take it. They need to pay more attention to this. Also, I paid a fee for letting my luggages downstairs but it was between the check-out time, I got back to take them at 10:30am (check out is at 11am) I just didn’t want to let it all in the room, go back upstairs and disturb my roommates. Well, they will ask you to pay a fee anyways, no consideration at all.
Location was amazing, right in the heart of Santa Monica in a walking distance. Check-in was easy and breakfast was okay.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Sushmita
United States of AmericaRoommates were not supportive and clean at all... Clothes all around the floor
I like the cleanliness in the common areas and the library
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 12, 2024
Sumit
NetherlandsCrowd control can be improved. There were few loud and unpleasant travellers who didn't respect others. Also, the bedding was a tad bit uncomfortable
Value for money, super clean and great staff. Breakfast was exceptional!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Maeve
United KingdomLimited breakfast options.
Good location & facilities. Very clean and felt safe.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Tamara
United States of AmericaThey are now requiring people to show their state ID/driver's license, passports are not enough. I wasn't aware of this policy change and would have appreciated a heads up. This policy may only apply to Americans but I am unsure.
The hostel has awesome common areas, activities (although I was only there for one night so I couldn't attend), easy access to public transport via bus, and the location in Santa Monica is great.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Larissa
BrazilCould have curtains in these beds to give more privacy
Very clean, comfortable, amazing breakfast, excellent location and staff. Definitely wanna come back there when I need.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 9, 2024
Nayade
SpainThe bed was so comfortable and the lockers Nadine, that’s a good thing. The breakfast was not bad.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 9, 2024
Marion
CanadaA bit expensive for an hostel
It is nice a place, with nice common area and close to Santa Barbara main attractions and easy access to transportation and the airport.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 8, 2024
Alar
FinlandI liked: atmosphere, location, price, rooms, roommates, staff, breakfast. Basically everything.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Christina
CanadaHot water not available the first day but that’s okay! The staff handled it and had it running by the next day
Location, staff, facilities, quiet atmosphere, respectful guests, comfy and clean bedding
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 6, 2024
Shurooq
IrelandRoom was cold on the first night but when we asked the reception and they turned on the heating so it was perfect after that. Also wish they provided free locks for the lockers in the room- don't forget to take your own or you can buy them at the reception or the target nearby.
Safe, clean, location, facilities, free breakfast, helpful staff, good bathrooms. Overall great stay for a group of girls, highly recommend
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Anh
VietnamWe love the free breakfast and the open kitchens.
Stayed in February 2024
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