HI Hostel Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Perfect location and reasonably priced for Santa Monica. Lovely, helpful staff, good facilities and very secure and safe.

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Everything amazing. I want to go back so hard

I have nothing to complain about regarding the service and atmosphere. It's my second time here and I love it. As a solo female traveler, I felt very safe and welcomed by the staff.

There was a stain on my sheet this time, but other than that, everything was spot on. I’ll definitely be back.

Staff are nice

In the room has some smell

Very happy indeed, one of best hostels I've stayed at. Great location, friendly helpful staff. Clean, plenty of shower cubicles, spaces to chill. Pool table, beach towels/umbrellas etc available to use. Many events around the city organised. Highly recommended.

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Very clean. Have everything needed

The exhaust fan is very noisy

Location is perfect. Clean and secure stay. Spacious lockers.

Matress was uncomfortable on my back.

Very convenient location to the beach and public transport. The area felt safe to walk around at night. Everything was clean and everyone was so friendly and respectful. The kitchen had so many pots and pans and other cooking tools available, and it was very spacious so I didn't feel crowded. I enjoyed eating in the courtyard. The temperature of the room was comfortable. I slept soundly.

near a lot of things ( food, beach, etc )

Great location- great activities. Nice kitchen and very good place to stay at a good price

The location is good, very close to the pier. The staff was nice and helpful.

Outstanding place to stay.

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I like the comfort of the stay and I'll be coming back to San Monica CA again real soon and I'm going to booked my hotel stay again keep up the good work.

Hospitality

On the beach.

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Very well maintained

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It's a cool vibe.

It's all good

They care about you being comfy! I was gladly surprised about the bathrooms, cleaned twice a day, incredible!

The hostel built for that purpose particular, every dorm has its own bathroom inside, big kitchen, coffee and I like the events provided and very convenient.

From the moment I arrived, to the time I checked out, the staff was more than exceptional. They were kind, patient, understanding - quick to assist. Would answer any/all questions and I am seriously impressed. I generally stay at hostels when I travel, as you meet some fun and exciting travelers from all over! This hostel, I would have to say it is one of the best ones that I have stayed at. They offer drinks and other supplies for sale, the rooms are incredibly clean and cozy. The beds are comfy! The bedding is fresh, and if you need more - no problem! You are provided a locker, and you can purchase a key to keep your belongings secure. There is a filtered water machine in the hallway, in California - WELL needed! Tv room, pool area, a decent place. The location = great! Target is close by, the beach and the Santa Monica Pier. Priceless! Also close via Uber, driving for other things in California that you would like to visit. I would highly recommend this hostel.

I don't really have any complaints. This is an incredibly nice hostel!

Best service ever! We forgot a bag outside when we where in a hurry to the airport. I booked an Lyft ride and the staff were so kind and helped us to leave the bag to the driver.

Weird smell in all the building including the room.

Extremely clean facilities (shared bathrooms, kitchen, fresh bath mats!!!), fun common areas (fire place! Pool table! Inner courtyard!), very friendly and welcoming front desk staff, spacious dorm rooms, fabulous location just steps from the beach, across from a coffee shop and near a Trader Joe’s. Perfect!

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Amazing location. The hostel has a big kitchen where guests can cook and store their food, plus a laundry room which was very convenient. There’s also a small storage room with beach items like umbrellas that guests can borrow. The staff were super nice, they organized lots of events, and there’s a really pleasant outdoor space to relax and hang out.

The girls’ bathroom on my floor was not always very clean, and the bunk beds don’t have curtains, which makes it harder to have some privacy.

This hostel is the best one in the area. Close to the beach. It's clean, the hostel organized some activites and the staff is really nice. A special shout-out to one of the security guards who was truly outstanding. I lost my passport at the hostel on the day I was leaving, and he was incredibly helpful. He went out of his way to help me find it and succeeded. He remained very patient and calm, and was just as thrilled as I was when we found it. He was truly wonderful. I stay here every time I visit, and I fully intend to keep doing so on my future trips !!

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Location was great , near to E line to transfer to downtown LA and bus routes. Easy to get to airport. Near Santa Monica Pier with plenty to do by the beach.

Excellent Location, lovely helpful staff, free comedy show on selected nights, free hot drinks and use of kitchen to cook and clean in all areas.

Very clean and close to the beach

Expensive for what you get and atmosphere in public spaces was non existent

Excellent location and one of the best facilities for a hostel!

Kitchen , free coffee, events for guests

Location. One block from the beach.

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This was my seventh time staying here. Beds are comfortable, huge locker, plenty of space in the dorm. Social areas are huge and comfortable, loved the outside area particularly. Staff are very welcoming and friendly. You get towels at no extra charge.

The comedy show was not funny at all. I tried going a few years ago as well and I just don’t think think the material is reviewed beforehand. Plus a lot of them had the same kind of material. It’s so sad as well that the hostel stopped providing breakfast. It’s more because it was always a time for me to meet new people and make new friends, but this time the area was almost empty in the morning.

I loved its cleanliness! Also receptionists was at the counter all the time so I felt safe.

Everything was perfect. This hostel is very clean, bed was very comfortable (with two pillows, very unusual for the hostels), staff were friendly. The location was amazing, very close to Santa Monica Pier and beach, also easily accessible from the airport both with the car and public transport. I would stay here again.

Everything was great. I don't have any complaints regarding my stay.

Location, very close to pier and shopping made it feel very safe for solo traveller. Staff really kind and helpful.

Have to pay $5 for bags to be held day of checkout.

Infrastructure, location, staff, cleanliness, and safety.

Frequent events and excellently located in Santa Monica, minutes walk away from the pier

My favorite place in LA, each time I am in Santa Monica I rent this spot.

Very good location

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The facility was clean, very close to the pier, the staff were helpful. Security parking was available directly across the street in a parking complex. As a female traveling alone, I felt safe. There was a restaurant next door that served upscale food. It was a little pricey for me but well worth it.

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I was able to get some rest and not travel too far to attend my business venture. Id Like everyone on staff to get a raise. If I had the power , I'd see to it that everyone working there was compensated more. It's so important that they know how much their hard work is appreciated .

The short amount of time my schedule and restriction allows for my stay. 😌 However ...Duty calls, and I must explore and discover new adventures....

Location - definitely the biggest selling point of the hostel, a few walking distance to the beach side, easy to do a morning run from it. Safety - Santa monica is a safe place compared with other parts of LA. You can easily go around evening at night. Transportation - from LAX, take the blue bus and it can lead you directly to the hostel Room - bed is comfortable

Lift - it alwasy takes forever to get the lift Room door - makes much noise when you try to open or close it.

Close to restaurants and beach. Bathroom was clean. They allow you to store bags for free until your room is ready for check in. Felt safe.

Private rooms are very small. Hard to fit luggage in room after cruise and be able to walk around in room.

Clean, organized, friendly and professional staff

Some of the guests are dishonest locals. I have had some odd experiences with stalkers and people with apparent mental disabilities , some are very intrusive and inhospitable. It is very uncomfortable to deal with people who stalk, and eat the food of others.

Location and staff

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I always stay here when I come to visit my LA friends, this place is fantastic

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I like the location and the space of the room!

Maybe no breakfast

The location is excellent. It is right between the Promenade and the beach. Everything is within walking distance. It is also very clean and has great common areas to access. The staff was also very helpful and polite.

It would be nice if they still have a breakfast option offered.

The bed was very comfortable and I slept like a baby? Only the steel construction was a little bit out of date . Querquie!

The company should investigated the dishwasher purchase and a less and better quality cutlery ! They didn’t selected any rubbish !

Everything good

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The surrounding areas were perfect, the staff was so kind

I have no complaints

I really enjoy the whole process. From the welcoming to the checking out. I have stayed before, this time I got the upgraded room, and it was superb. The wood design and extra bunk space really suited my needs, nice and neetly.

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Location and cleaniness

Price