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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of Santa Monica Beach

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Courtyard
Fridge, microwave
Near the iconic Santa Monica Pier, HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy continental breakfast, relax in the garden or on the terrace, and take advantage of laundry facilities and luggage storage. With a library to unwind in quiet time or play billiards by night with new friends.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • ATM/banking services

Feel at home (4)

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
The current price is CA $218
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

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Air conditioning
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Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

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Exceptional
(1 review)

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Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Queen, Ensuite

Private Queen, Ensuite

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Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

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Exceptional
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

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Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room

Private Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Room

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Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ocean Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Monica Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Monica Pier - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Venice Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 31 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 34 min drive
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 34 min drive
  • Van Nuys, CA (VNY) - 37 min drive
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 51 min drive
  • Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Van Nuys Station - 22 min drive
  • Glendale Transportation Center - 25 min drive
  • Downtown Santa Monica Station - 7 min walk
  • 17th Street/SMC Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Go Greek Yogurt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Santa Monica Whaler - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Meat On Ocean - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Espresso Cielo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Pizza - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Also, University of California, Los Angeles and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Downtown Santa Monica Station is 7 minutes away.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 262 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
    • Street parking available
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1990
  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
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.

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

Does HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Hollywood Park Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel like?

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel is in Downtown Santa Monica, a short 7-minute walk from Downtown Santa Monica Station and 6 minutes' walk from Santa Monica Beach.

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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Location
Room
Beach
Bathroom
Kitchen
Bed
Restaurant
Library
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a great bonus, provided as a welcoming and unexpected treat. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic location and great facilities
Daniel Jonathan, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Love the environment
Carla, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

highly recommended especially for solo travellers
Julie Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I really liked the location and the ability to book private rooms
Maham, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely
Ajah, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Super nice people
Florencia, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Heather, 5-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was a very easy process and very safe, would stay again
Mariah, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I liked it because it is in a super convenient area
Guadalupe, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location for personal business and clean, spacious, safe facility.
Sylvia, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was just what I needed for an unexpected extra day in LA
Marco, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I loved it, such lovely people and in an amazing location. Was also vey clean
Morgan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and accommodating
Nina, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

So good! I will chooes this hostel again definitely if I visit santa monica.
Jie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect price for a stay in LA.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

As a woman traveling alone, I felt safe and comfortable. Everything is well organized, from security to housekeeping.
Amina, 6-night trip

8/10 Good

Cheap and chearfull served a purpose
James JDA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really really nice hostel , very well kept , friendly staff, easy checkin!
Jaylene-Ann, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Overall, it was a good stay. I felt like the staff could of been nicer but that is my personal assessment I guess.
Bahareh, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

love the atmosphere and breakfast is great
Nurul, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

very nice at a good price
Tomas, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

great!
YASUTOSHI, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

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.
Pedro, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Emmanuel, 5-night trip