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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property

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Courtyard
Exterior
Meeting facility
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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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.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Queen, Ensuite

Private Queen, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Ensuite

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

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

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About this property

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, 6-minute walk to Santa Monica Beach
A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a business center are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.
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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Monica Beach. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a business center and concierge services.
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier
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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25 per day)

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 831 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 831 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 831 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 831 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 831 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

Ulrike

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable and clean queen room wirh ensuite bathroom. Excelle t location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Grand Rapids

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

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Going
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay, relaxing peaceful hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

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

Review

Weather was so amazing,and it was awesome to see so much people from all over the world!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

manish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Hostel i have seen now till date. location, vibe, staff all were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryna

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

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 traveller
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

Travelled 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