- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hostel I've been to so far. Clean, good amenities, central, and lovely people.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar. 2020
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Excellent
366 reviews
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Breakfast included
- Air Conditioning
- Business Services
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1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA
Explore the area
Santa Monica Beach14 min walk
Venice Beach4 min drive
Bar Chloe1 min walk
Ye Olde Kings Head1 min walk
Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)25 min drive
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Free cancellation on all rooms
You can change or cancel this stay if plans change. Because flexibility matters.
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Female Economy Ensuite Dormitory
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Male Economy Dormitory
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Female Economy Dormitory
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Female Standard Dormitory
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Male Standard Dormitory
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More detailsFemale Premium (Ensuite) Dormitory
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Female Premium (Ensuite) Dormitory
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More detailsPrivate (1 double or 2 twin beds) (Max of 2 Guests)
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Private (1 double or 2 twin beds) (Max of 2 Guests)
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- Sleeps 2
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About this area
Santa Monica
HI Santa Monica Hostel is located near the beach and in a walkable area with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Monica Beach and Venice Beach, while Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach Boardwalk are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum or Exposition Park.
Visit our Santa Monica travel guideWhat's nearby
- Santa Monica Beach - 14 min walk
- Venice Beach - 4 min drive
- Venice Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive
- Westwood Village - 8 min drive
- Getty Center - 13 min drive
Getting around
- Downtown Santa Monica Station - 9 min walk
- Los Angeles Union Station - 18 min drive
- Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
- Bar Chloe - 1 min walk
- Ye Olde Kings Head - 1 min walk
- Thai dishes - 2 min walk
- SUGARFISH by sushi nozawa - 2 min walk
- Flower Child - 2 min walk
About this property
Awards and affiliations
Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Green Globe, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.
This property participates in Green Globe, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
No on-site parking available
Street parking
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Shopping centre
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
ATM/banking services
Lift
Library
Lockers available
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Business services
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
Accessible bathroom
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Beach towels
Communal living room
Fireplace in reception
Shared microwave
Shared fridge
Smoke-free property
TV in reception
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Heating
Linens
Bathroom
Hairdryer (on request)
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels
Policies
Check-in
Check-in between 3 PM - 2 AM
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Pets
- Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Club Card: USD 4.00 per person, per night.
- Child's Club Card: USD 0.00 per night, (up to 17 years old).
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
Guests who do not present a Hostelling International membership card will be charged USD 3 per person, per night at check-in, payable to the hostel.
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 are 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.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit are 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.
- No on-site parking is available.
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within the same county as the property will not be allowed to check in. Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
We should mention
Alcohol is not permitted at this property.
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Stayed 1 night in Feb. 2020
- Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb. 2020
- Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great community spaces. Staff is friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan. 2020
- Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan. 2020
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