5,460 reviews
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$3001436 2nd Street , Los Angeles, 90401, California, United States
5,460 reviews
1/46
Free wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Garden
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel is a lively two-star stay in Los Angeles, California. The address is 1436 2nd Street, and the listing shows a distance to the city center of 14.7mi.
Featured amenities include free Wifi, Beach, Air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk. The property offers non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, an elevator, and a garden, with upper floors accessible by elevator. Meeting/Banquet facilities are available for an extra charge.
The property has 5,460 reviews, reflecting guest feedback for the location in Los Angeles, California, United States at 1436 2nd Street.
Vibrant and budget-friendly, this lively two-star stay in Los Angeles offers a wide range of lodging options. Dormitories come in multiple configurations, including 4-bed male-only and female-only, 6-bed male-only and female-only, 8-bed male-only and female-only, and 10-bed setups. Private options include an Ensuite Queen and a Double Room, plus a Quadruple Room with a Sea View for groups seeking extra space and a view. A social, flexible vibe helps travelers tailor nights to the crew and itinerary.
Practical details round out the experience: cash is not accepted, with accepted payment methods including Diners Club, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and JCB. The property offers non-smoking rooms and a garden, with an elevator serving upper floors and meeting/banquet facilities available for an extra charge.
With 5,460 reviews, guests share a wealth of impressions about the Los Angeles location at 1436 2nd Street. The 24-hour front desk and free Wifi help with connectivity and support at any hour, while the on-site garden provides a relaxed retreat after a day of exploring the city and nearby beach areas.
Closest airports
Los Angeles International Airport
7miBurbank Bob Hope Airport
15.1miLong Beach Airport
24miJohn Wayne Airport-Orange County
43.1miOntario International Airport
51.3miFree wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Garden
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory, 4 Bed, Male Only
1 Bunk Bed
150 sqft
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Ensuite, Queen Size
2 Twin Beds
1 Queen Size Bed
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Double Room
1 Double Bed
150 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory, 8 Bed, Female Only
1 Bunk Bed
250 sqft
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory, 4 Bed, Female Only
1 Bunk Bed
150 sqft
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory Ensuite, 6 Bed, Male Only
1 Bunk Bed
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory, 6 Bed, Male Only
1 Bunk Bed
205 sqft
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory Ensuite, 6 Bed, Female Only
1 Bunk Bed
205 sqft
Private Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory, 8 Bed, Male Only
1 Bunk Bed
250 sqft
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory Ensuite, 10 Bed
1 Bunk Bed
300 sqft
Private Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Dormitory, 6 Bed, Female Only
1 Bunk Bed
205 sqft
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Room - 2 Twin
2 Twin Beds
150 sqft
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Upper floors accessible by elevator
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Value for money
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Featured reviews:
Alessandra
10
April 2024
I only spent one night in a female dormitory bunk bed with ensuite bathroom and everything was clean, comfortable and safe. The property is a few yards from bus stop 3, connected with LAX Airport. As an alternative, they offer a $ 30 flat rate taxi to the airport. The location is just a few minute walk from Santa Monica Pier. Fresh options for breakfast, also suitable to vegetarians/vegans, are included and a well-equipped full kitchen is available in the common area. Very attentive to waste recycling and environment and to people with reduced mobility. Free entertainment events at the weekend.
Bayarmaa
10
March 2025
Perfect location, just 2 min walk to beach and easy connection to most touristic places in LA(if you plan to use public transport).
Pi
9.1
June 2025
Lucky to have enjoyed the free breakfast during my two-week stay. Great presentation and healthy conscious in mind. The rooms were exceptionally clean. Except for some messy roomies. This no-profit hostel is one of a kind. It revolves around a sustainable environment. Its mission of spreading the love of travel and cultural exchange via scholarships is brilliant. Great volunteers. The hostal goes out of the way in proving wonderful activities for free. The entertainment team is exceptional.
The "saggy mattress" was not my favorite. Give yourself time for the body to adjust for longer stays. I was not tuned-in to a couple of comics during Comedy Night. A bit lewd. Some of the staff, at least a couple, could have been more helpful on directions and friendly.
Chelsea
9.1
March 2025
Location Location Location. Quick walk to Santa Monica Beach and Pier. Each bed has a light that shines down on your bed without disturbing anyone else, and an outlet. I didn't have time to take advantage of all the social stuff like movies and pool table. The breakfast in the morning had more than enough variety. I was happy to wash my own dishes, but I hadn't seen that in a while.
It was too cold at night in March with the AC running. I had to put my jacket on, in addition to the sheet and thin blanket. Another woman in my dorm had the sniffles and she said she got it from there. She eventually got a second blanket from reception, but I hadn't thought about that. I told reception in the morning, so hopefully that's not an issue anymore. No parking for the hostel so I had to park in the structure near the Civic Center and walk 10 minutes, which wasn't bad, and it cost me only $8 because it was a weekend.
Ferraro
9.1
September 2024
The location is excellent, it is located in the heart of Santa Monica and it is really well managed. You get to do activities such as movies, yoga classes, walk tours, surf classes, pub hopping and so on. It is a really good price considering the location, breakfast included (it is not like full american breakfast tho) and access to the kitchen where you can prepare anything, besides the activities mentioned.
Maybe the restrooms are not so clean all the time, but I guess it is more due to the people, some of the guests are educated and clean everything after they use it, some of them don’t. I guess some members of the staff was no so polished on attention, don’t know why
Jodie
8.2
February 2024
I enjoyed the vibe of the place. The breakfast was unexpected, and quite nice. The bathrooms were really clean, and the place was well taken care of. Staff were very helpful. The area around was great for walking.
The prices aren't listed with tax. This is a general problem with the USA, so the price was not as cheap as initially expected.
Arash
9.1
March 2025
I had a pleasant stay overall. The location is fantastic, just a short walk from Santa Monica beach, which made exploring the area super easy. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the building itself felt modern, clean, and comfortable. For the price, it’s definitely a great value.
There were a couple of issues that stood out. On more than one occasion, I found the shampoo containers in the showers empty in the morning. It's not ideal to realize that after you're already under the water. Also, guests are responsible for washing their own dishes after breakfast or any food they eat. While I understand the idea behind it, it raises some hygiene concerns, especially since I’ve stayed at the HI Chicago Hostel where staff took care of dishwashing, which felt more professional and sanitary. Lastly, breakfast supplies like bananas and even milk would sometimes run out near the end of breakfast hours. It’d be great if there were better restocking or planning for that.
Amanda
10
April 2025
I honestly feel like I made the best choice. The hostel and bathrooms are clean, the dining room is big, there’s a pool table and a fireplace with couches around it — super cozy vibe. The room I stayed in was nice and had air conditioning, two big windows, and a comfy bed. I guess I was lucky to have really nice and respectful roommates too. The front desk staff were great. There’s even an ATM in the lobby. The location is perfect — close to shops and restaurants. I didn’t use public transport, but I saw there’s a bus stop and metro station nearby. My experience was 10/10. They also sell snacks and drinks at the reception. The breakfast they serve has good options — for me, it was really good.
Danielle
9.1
May 2025
We stayed in the queen private room, I had a queen bed with bunk beds and a private bathroom. It was a comfortable bed, I slept well. The supplied toiletries were lovely too. The included breakfast had a great selection, we felt satisfied each morning. The location is fantastic, very close to everything you want. The pier is a very short walk, lots of restaurants and shops and even a supermarket. Public transport was also convenient, close to the big blue bus which will get you to and from LAX/LA for $1.25.... it takes about an hour, really great! They also have activities like movie nights and trivia, there is a sign to say what's on and when. I've already recommended this place to a few friends travelling to the USA as we really enjoyed our stay.
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Kémila
10
May 2025
A little gem ! I checked the reviews before, and it was pretty positive, but I didnt expect that ! It’s the best Hostel I tried in my life! Perfect location, it’s very clean and super confortable ! The staff is very kind and helful, at any time. They also get me some bar names and good addresses, thank you so much. I took a car for the last 2 days and it was so easy to park, there are two parking, one just literally in front of the hostel and an other cheaper, 10min by walk, very easy to commute ! I will come back FOR SURE !
Wish to have a little extra for the breakfast, like eggs or some vegetables, but for a free breakfast it’s already very good ! Also, the schedule for BK is 7:30 to 9:30, I think they could extend it to 10:00am at least :)
Attractions
Marvin Braude Bike Trail
0.9miVenice Canals (Venice Canal Historic District)
3miRobertson Boulevard
7.7miGreystone Mansion and Park
7.7miBeverly Center
8miPacific Design Center (PDC)
8.1miTelevision City
8.9miHancock Park
11miParamount Pictures Studio
11.1miHollywood Bowl
11.3miThe Greek Theatre
13.6miLos Angeles Broadway Theater District
14miJapanese American National Museum
15miDodger Stadium
15.2miAutry Museum of the American West
15.4miAttractions
Marvin Braude Bike Trail
0.9miVenice Canals (Venice Canal Historic District)
3miRobertson Boulevard
7.7miGreystone Mansion and Park
7.7miBeverly Center
8miPacific Design Center (PDC)
8.1miTelevision City
8.9miHancock Park
11miParamount Pictures Studio
11.1miHollywood Bowl
11.3miThe Greek Theatre
13.6miLos Angeles Broadway Theater District
14miJapanese American National Museum
15miDodger Stadium
15.2miAutry Museum of the American West
15.4miAirports
Los Angeles International Airport
7miBurbank Bob Hope Airport
15.1miLong Beach Airport
24miJohn Wayne Airport-Orange County
43.1miOntario International Airport
51.3miFree wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Garden
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Beach
Hiking
Stand-up comedy
Bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
ATM on site
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
Lockers
General
Air conditioning
Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Media & Technology
Cable channels
Flat-screen TV
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Iron
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Parking may not be available
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Diners Club,
American Express,
Mastercard,
Visa,
Discover,
JCB
This property does not accept cash.
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