Find Cheap Hostels in Los Angeles

By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for exploring during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theaters and entertainment venues.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to look first: HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Normandie Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Hollywood Boulevard. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities at this property. The Rumi Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wilshire - Western Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, lockers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel - Located steps from Hollywood Boulevard. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms. Burlington Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Los Angeles Convention Center. Property features include free WiFi and a picnic area.

If you’re in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Los Angeles, one of Expedia’s 45 hostels could be a great choice.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Los Angeles is 13 inches.

Generally, Los Angeles is known for its theaters, live music, and museums. Major attractions include Crypto.com Arena, Dodger Stadium, and Hollywood Walk of Fame. Get out into nature with places like Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach, and Pershing Square. Cultural attractions include Hollywood Bowl, Kia Forum, and The Broad.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Los Angeles in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), 10 mi (16.1 km) away. An alternative is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), which is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. You can take advantage of metro transit at Pershing Square Station, 7th Street - Metro Center Station, and Grand Avenue Arts/Bunker Hill Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Cal State Station, or Glendale Transportation Center.