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Our top choices for Los Angeles hostels

1. Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home

Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
2.0 star property
Exposition Park
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home

2. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (288 reviews)
"Brilliant location! Walking in felt like entering another world. Wow—I absolutely loved this place and was pleasantly surprised!"
United States
Anthony
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Rosemary Silverlake

3. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (167 reviews)
"Nice little hotel"
United States
Jeronimo
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

4. Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (190 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
JAMES
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Culver City Hostel

5. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (732 reviews)
"Perfect location and the staff has an upbeat, kind, and very helpful vibe. I look forward to coming back."
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

6. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (260 reviews)
"I love the location right at the beach, the staff was also very helpful."
United States
Jesus
The price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

7. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Santa Monica
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (943 reviews)
"Very nice stay with very helpful staff. Very convenient and nice enough dorm rooms"
Australia
Tomas
The price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel

8. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Canada
Jesse
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

9. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (235 reviews)
"I liked the kitchen & tv room"
United States
Ocea
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

10. San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (226 reviews)
"I liked the guest house!"
United States
Kayla
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
San Marino guest house

11. PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (140 reviews)
"Staff is efficient once contact is made and I've never had a problem staying here."
United States
Joshua
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
PodShare - Hostel

12. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (218 reviews)
The price is NZ$269
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

13. Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (142 reviews)
"I am sick of the LA trip"
United States
Zayar Myo
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Brimfield Stay

14. PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (94 reviews)
"A safe place to stay while visiting."
United States
Misty
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

15. The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (146 reviews)
"Only stayed one night, so no review to post"
United States
MARK
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Steady

16. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (288 reviews)
"Clean room staff was very nice lots of shops nearby"
United States
Darren
The price is NZ$97
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Randolph Hotel

17. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (168 reviews)
"Na"
United States
Omid
The price is NZ$49
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Boutique HomeStay
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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. Boutique HomeStay - Property features include free Wi-Fi. HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Guests can enjoy 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. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Venice Beach and Venice Beach Boardwalk. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and BMO Stadium. Property features include 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 24 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, Dodger Stadium and SoFi Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Venice Beach, Santa Monica Beach and Pershing Square. Cultural attractions include Hollywood Bowl, Kia Forum and The Broad.
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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