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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Santa Monica Beach in Santa Monica

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Lobby
Courtyard
Lobby
Shared fridge, microwave
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401
  • Place, Third Street Promenade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Monica Pier
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Queen, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dorm Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Private Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Monica

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Santa Monica hostel, you'll find Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Third Street Promenade and Santa Monica Place are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Monica Place - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ocean Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Monica Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Monica Pier - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 7 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso Cielo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Santa Monica Whaler - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Water Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde King's Head - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Hostel near Santa Monica Beach in Santa Monica
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel.

This Santa Monica hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 262 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1990
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel offers 262 accommodations with air conditioning. This Santa Monica hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25.00 per day (100 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 100 mi (160.9 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 100 mi (160.9 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hostelling International Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Hostelling International Los Angeles Santa Monica
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica
HI Santa Monica Hostel
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel Santa Monica

Frequently asked questions

How close is HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel to the airport?

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel is 15.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

As of Dec 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel on Dec 10, 2025 start from $104.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel.

How close is HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Monica Beach and 10-minute walk from Original Muscle Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel offer free breakfast?

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Hollywood Park Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel have a pool?

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel to downtown Santa Monica?

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel is 0.1 mi away from Santa Monica.

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 824 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 824 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 824 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 824 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 824 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Vibes

Good vibes and a fantastic location. Only negative was the towels that are provided are pretty threadbare and rough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

logan

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is how it's supposed to be
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofiia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My niece really enjoyed staying there. She said it was very clean and gave a rating 10 out of 10.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and helpful and the area is safe. Transportation is very nearby which is helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neeraj

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the environment
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was tidy, well equipt and friendly. The activities were fun and easy to find the info about. The welcome day was good, the movie night and the comedy night. The kitchen was well equipt and kept so clean. The cleaning staff were amazing and thorough. Beds were comfy and all had sockets and lights.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Man, I did not think I would enjoy myself as much as I did. - So many random pop-up events. - Tons of friendly travelers. - Everything is walkable, bikeable, or scooterable. - There is a Parking Garage RIGHT across the street with security - The front staff is full of joy and extremely accommodating. - Two Cons - First, it can get quite warm at times, but that's typical of the humid Santa Monica climate. I honestly got used to it after 2 days. Second, the $5 is pretty barebones. Yes, it's only $5, but I would rather pay $10 for a waffle maker and premade batter like you'd see at a low-end Hotel. I will be booking again, had so much fun! I'm 6'5, Heavy weight, and was able to sleep comfortably on the beds, so don't worry about low-quality furniture.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelo, Winston Salem

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room, the AC was leaking water. Our bed was completely wet instead of upgrading us. They downgraded us and did not give us a discount.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florencia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice people
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ma. Corazon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great accommodation. Met some new friends. Walking distance to the pier
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and great facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
highly recommended especially for solo travellers
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’ve stayed here several times with no issues However the other guests in my room were not very considerate, they left wet towels on my blankets were tossed, flip flops were left right in front of my bed. Although I liked this room better than the 8 person room, I didn’t appreciate my roommates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traveled solo and enjoyed my time there.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jezzz

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025