A coastal residential area with houses near the beach and cliffs in the background.

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9 Oct - 11 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
In one month
30 Oct - 1 Nov
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27 Nov - 29 Nov

Our top choices for Malibu hostels

A spacious courtyard with a central fountain, seating areas, and string lights.

1. 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, (974 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, inviting, comfortable, felt safe"
United States
Yvette
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
An aerial view of a beach with a large pool area, palm trees, and a coastal cityscape in the background.

2. Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel

Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Venice
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (750 reviews)
"Great staff! Rooms were clean and location was convenient."
United States
Jake
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Samesun Venice Beach - Hostel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a potted plant, and a world map on the wall.

3. Culver City Hostel

Culver City Hostel
1.0 star property
Park West
7.8 out of 10, Good, (207 reviews)
"Great accomodations"
United States
alain
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Culver City Hostel
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean.

4. ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX

ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
1.0 star property
Hermosa Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (289 reviews)
"I was a bit worried about staying in a hostel, but didn't need to worry as the staff were excellent, the location stunning, view amazing and all in all had a great stay."
United Kingdom
Jemma
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
ITH Hermosa Beach Surf Hostel LAX
A modern living room with a round wooden table, two chairs, a potted bonsai tree, and a large plant.

5. Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel

Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
1.0 star property
Vermont Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (204 reviews)
"Loved my stay."
United States
Senen
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Forty First Place - Boutique Hostel
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel oven, and a hanging light fixture.

6. Brimfield Stay

Brimfield Stay
2.0 star property
Panorama City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (158 reviews)
"Very nice place, very comfortable"
United States
Lark
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Brimfield Stay
A chair with a throw blanket, a floor lamp, and a wall socket.

7. Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home

Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
2.0 star property
Exposition Park
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"We were expecting this to be a hotel. It turned out to be an unmarked apartment building. When we arrived we were unable to get into the entrance door as the code we had did not work and there was no one to help. After a lot of searching we finally found support online, left messages at an unattended mailbox and sat for 2 hours in front of the building after having been on the road for 6+ hours. We finally were able to get someone to chat with us online and give us a code to enter. Our clean...
United States
Joerg
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Luxe Ensuite near USC-Shared Home
An outdoor seating area with a purple sofa, a round table, and a wooden deck.

8. The Rosemary Silverlake

The Rosemary Silverlake
3.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Was such a great place. Easy to get into and cute area!"
United States
Charlotte M
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Rosemary Silverlake
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

9. Samesun Hollywood - Hostel

Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"So close to everything"
United States
Mia
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Samesun Hollywood - Hostel
A modern office space with exposed ductwork, wooden panel walls, and a long table with office chairs.

10. PodShare - Hostel

PodShare - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (143 reviews)
"Stay was good, liked it. Helpful staff"
United States
Abhinav
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
PodShare - Hostel
A spacious room with a wooden floor, a white door, and a small dining area with white chairs.

11. San Marino guest house

San Marino guest house
1.0 star property
Koreatown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (236 reviews)
"Second time staying, it was just as nice as the first time."
United States
Judith
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
San Marino guest house
A wooden staircase leading to a bunk bed room with a window and a chalkboard with writing.

12. PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel

PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Los Angeles
7.6 out of 10, Good, (243 reviews)
"good location"
Canada
Ronald
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
PodShare DTLA Arts District - Hostel
A bathroom with a double sink, a mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

13. The Steady

The Steady
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (149 reviews)
"The attention was pretty good, everything was clean and the breakfast was good."
Mexico
CARLA MARIAH
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Steady
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a small decorative item on the nightstand.

14. hollywood highland hotel & hstel

hollywood highland hotel & hstel
1.0 star property
Hollywood
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
hollywood highland hotel & hstel
A hotel courtyard with a car, palm trees, and a dining area.

15. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Hollywood
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (219 reviews)
"Good AC and fan in room 202. Very hot day"
United States
GREGORY
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
A cozy interior with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bench. There is a door with an 'EXIT' sign and a view of the street outside.

16. PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel

PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
1.5 star property
Hollywood
7.8 out of 10, Good, (95 reviews)
"A safe place to stay while visiting."
United States
Misty
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
PodShare Los Feliz - Hostel
A spacious kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a modern design.

17. Boutique HomeStay

Boutique HomeStay
1.0 star property
Mid City
5.8 out of 10, (205 reviews)
"There was a kitchen & dining area & bathrooms on each floor. Both of those made the stay convenient stay for me. Also located near K-town near shops & downtown area."
United States
Ocea
The price is NZ$51
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Boutique HomeStay
A hallway with green doors, a restroom sign, and a paper towel dispenser.

18. Randolph Hotel

Randolph Hotel
1.0 star property
Huntington Park
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304 reviews)
"Skip this dump!"
United States
Grantlin
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Randolph Hotel
A bunk bed with three levels, a wooden floor, and a window with blinds.

19. Rest & Rise La

Rest & Rise La
2.0 star property
Wilshire
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (11 reviews)
"The hostel was very zen and peaceful, I enjoyed my stay and the staff were very sweet and cool people. Tip top cleanliness"
United States
Torey
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Rest & Rise La
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Top Malibu Hotel Reviews

Malibu Beach Inn

Malibu Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The room was perfectly clean Staff was super nice Our room has beach view and balcony Dinner and breakfast was great"
Samaneh 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Malibu Beach Inn

Find out more about Malibu

Malibu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,150
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$51
Highest Price
NZ$251

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Malibu?
You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Malibu accommodations, which have good reviews from our guests: Malibu Beach Inn - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this motel. Malibu Country Inn - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Malibu?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: 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 Malibu is 324 mm.
What is there to see and do in Malibu?
Generally, Malibu is known for its beaches, university setting and wineries. Major attractions include Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach and Santa Monica Pier. Get out into nature with places such as Malibu Colony Beach, Carbon Beach and Paradise Cove Beach. Cultural attractions include Aviator Nation Dreamland, The Canyon Club and Getty Center.
What's the best way to get to and around Malibu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Malibu in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Van Nuys, CA (VNY), located 17 mi (27.4 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), located 17.4 mi (27.9 km) away.

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