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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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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

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

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 CNY854
CNY1,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

Room options

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Private Queen, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen, Ensuite

Highlights

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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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
3 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Third Street Promenade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Monica Place - 2 min walk - 0.2 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

Getting around

  • Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 31 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) - 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

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

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 262 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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

    • Offsite parking within 100 ft (USD 25.00 per day)
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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

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 25.00 per day (100 ft away)

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.

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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Reviews

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

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

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Location
Room
Beach
Bathroom
Kitchen
Bed
Library
Restaurant
Car

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
logan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff! Great amenities.
Nima, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
Nima, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

good location, solid amenities.
Sadie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in!
Bryce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stay, relaxing peaceful hostel.
Torey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location in Santa Monica. Very modern and well equipped. Well ventilated. Plenty of showers per floor. Extra large lockers. Great list of hostel events. Would benefit from bed curtains to shield from light pollution from other occupants at night. Friendly and helpful staff.
Marvin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Hostel i have seen now till date. location, vibe, staff all were amazing.
manish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really comfortable and clean queen room wirh ensuite bathroom. Excelle t location!
Leonor, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Nicole, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so nice and helpful and the area is safe. Transportation is very nearby which is helpful.
Kayla, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short notice

Short notice.. Glad they were able to accommodate. The best rate among all hostels in thr area of Santa Monica. Front office staffs ate friendly. Adequate space in the room.
Roel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good Vibes

Good vibes and a fantastic location. Only negative was the towels that are provided are pretty threadbare and rough.
Ethan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Going
Calvin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My niece really enjoyed staying there. She said it was very clean and gave a rating 10 out of 10.
Sofiia, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

GOOD
YuChun, 11-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay
Cheryl, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Traveled solo and enjoyed my time there.
Meshia, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff. Clean common areas. Bring an eye mask. The lights from the parking lot across the street are bright. Free electrical car charging in parking lot #6. Although some are broken. The bed mattress was very soft. I prefer more firm, but overall I had a wonderful time there.
Ellen, 8-night trip