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Our top choices for Los Angeles hostels

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HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (831)
"Stellar, first time staying at a hostel and I was very impressed."
United States
Kieran
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
On the beach
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (614)
"Excelente "
Mexico
Manuel
The price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, blackout curtains
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (962)
"Unbeatable location at the Hollywood Walk of Fame, free breakfast, great staff."
United States
vahram
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
Deluxe Room
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (177)
"Great location"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (55)
"Fully stocked, private suite, with all the comforts of my own home."
United States
Giovanni
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
Lobby lounge
PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (124)
"Easy check in comfy full size bed felt safe cheap and close to action"
United States
Jennifer
PodShare - Hostel
Property amenity
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (216)
"great beds and alot of room for a cheap price "
United States
marcus
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
View from property
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (207)
"Really cool vibe 😎 "
United States
Joseph
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
Front of property
San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (155)
"Great and friendly Room is clean and tidy"
United States
Stella
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
San Marino guest house
Room 12 (2 Double Beds)
Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (140)
"Its a nice property in the heart of Culver City very close to all the eateries on Washington Blvd."
United States
Dwight
Culver City Hostel
Lobby sitting area
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (94)
"Great place very clean organized and nice staff"
United States
noah
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (103)
"Perfect setup for tje travelers. Close to food and shopping "
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Brimfield Stay
Interior entrance
Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel

Seasun Hostel
2.0 star property
Northridge
7.2 out of 10, Good, (115)
"house was "
United States
Emiliano
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Seasun Hostel
Living area
Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
6.2 out of 10, (104)
"Staff and the ones who live there.dont need to be there "
United States
Sidney
Boutique HomeStay
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Normandie Hostel

Normandie Hostel

Normandie Hostel
1.0 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (116)
"Never stayed at a hostel before. The Normandie hostel is new, clean and the beds are great with so much privacy. Plus they’re virtual check in is a breeze with fast responses."
United States
Manuel Lucas
Normandie Hostel
Restaurant
Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay

Green HomeStay
1.0 star property
Historic South Central
6.2 out of 10, (64)
"Easy check-in process. Nice property. Other guests were pleasant. Phenominal valur - I will return here."
United States
sean
The price is NZ$56
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Green HomeStay
Fridge, microwave, dining tables
Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel

Modern Hostel
2.0 star property
South Park
6.8 out of 10, (94)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is NZ$67
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Modern Hostel
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Top Los Angeles Hotel Reviews

Hotel Burbank

Hotel Burbank

10/10 Excellent
"It was a very nice and festive for the holidays. I would stay here again. "
Tracy 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hotel Burbank

Find out more about Los Angeles

Los Angeles Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,153
Accommodation
43 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$56
Highest Price
NZ$219

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Los Angeles?
By going with a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your money for exploring during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theatres and entertainment venues.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Los Angeles?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start looking: Samesun Hollywood - Hostel - Located steps from Hollywood Boulevard. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Green HomeStay - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of San Pedro Street Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities at this property. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. San Marino guest house - Property features include free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. The Rumi Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Wilshire - Western Station. Property features include free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Los Angeles?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Los Angeles, one of Expedia's 22 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Los Angeles?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Los Angeles is 337 mm.
What is there to see and do in Los Angeles?
Overall, Los Angeles is known for its theatres, live music and museums. Major attractions include Crypto.com Arena, Universal Studios Hollywood and Dodger Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach and Pershing Square. Cultural attractions include Kia Forum, The Broad and Palace Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Los Angeles while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Los Angeles in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), located 10 mi (16.1 km) away. An alternative is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), located 11.2 mi (18.1 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport to get around. You can take advantage of metro transport at Pershing Square Station, 7th Street - Metro Center Station and Grand Avenue Arts/Bunker Hill Station. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Cal State Station or Glendale Transportation Center.

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