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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

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A short walk from Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Beach, HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel provides a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a business center.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bunk bed, a desk, and a blue door.

Private Queen, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dorm Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Bed in All-Gender 10-Bed Dorm Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden floor, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a door with a window, and a wall-mounted bag.

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

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

View all photos for Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

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

View all photos for Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

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

View all photos for Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a window with a view.

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory Ensuite

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

View all photos for Private Twin Room

A room with two beds, a table with a backpack, a bicycle, and a window with a view.

Private Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a window, and a lamp.

Private Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Santa Monica, a neighborhood in Santa Monica, HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel is in a shopping district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach, while Universal Studios Hollywood and Candy Cane Lane are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Kia Forum or SoFi Stadium. Visit our Santa Monica travel guide
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1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90401

What's nearby

  • A city street lined with historic buildings and modern architecture, with a clear blue sky and distant mountains.
    Third Street Promenade
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A sunset view through a wooden pergola with people silhouetted against the sky.
    Palisades Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A beach at sunset with a pier and amusement park in the background.
    Santa Monica Place
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A crowded beach with people swimming and sunbathing, a lifeguard tower, and mountains in the background.
    Santa Monica Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A pier at sunset with a building on it and the ocean in the foreground.
    Santa Monica Pier
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Santa Monica Station
    7 min walk
  • Los Angeles Union Station
    20 min drive
  • Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Din Tai Fung
    2 min walk
  • The Cheesecake Factory
    3 min walk
  • Espresso Cielo
    1 min walk
  • Barney's Beanery
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk

About this property

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

  • Hostel near Santa Monica Beach
  • A short walk from Santa Monica Pier, HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel provides a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Meeting rooms, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
    • Beach towels, luggage storage, and a water dispenser
    • An elevator, ATM/banking services, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 262 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

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

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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1990
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Sep 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel on Sep 21, 2026 start from $122, including 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.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Santa Monica, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Beach, and Santa Monica Pier. Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk are also within 2 mi (3 km). Downtown Santa Monica Station is 7 minutes by foot and 17th Street/SMC Station is 25 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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