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Everything

Stayed in May 2024

Privacy curtains on the bunks would be amazing. A chair in the dorm would be helpful for those on tops bunks.

The location is amazing and the staff were helpful. Bed was comfortable and decent sheets and towels were provided.

Stayed in May 2024

I got the email how to go to the hostel but the busses at the LAX (city bus) didn't showed up, so I recommend just follow the Google map.

It was my first time to use hostel ever and it was fantastic!!! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, the room was clean ,and everyone respected each other. The best part was the bathroom- it was new and clean, and stocked with fresh bath towel and bath mats. Location was also good, 5-10 mins walk to the Santa Monica pier, and cute cafes nearby, and 10mins walk to Trader Joes and Target! (but please be cautious when walking at night due to the presence of homeless individuals) Overall, I would stay here when I visit Santa Monica in the future :)

Stayed in May 2024

The beds were a little uncomfortable.

I liked everything, the people, the vibes, it was clean. The comedy show was so fun and I enjoyed the huge kitchen. The breakfast everyday was the best. The location was amazing, so close to the subway, to the beach and the pier. Definitely the best hostal that I've been too!

Stayed in May 2024

mmmm I don’t like metal bunk ladders

Clean and Comfortable - felt so safe

Stayed in May 2024

Perfect place. Close to the beach and bars and restaurants.

Stayed in May 2024

I had a great time at HI Santa Monica. Probably one of the nicer hostels I’ve stayed at! The location was perfect. Two blocks to the beach. Facility felt very secure. Large, clean kitchen and dining area with filtered water. Beds were a bit creaky but clean. Putting this place on my must return list!

Stayed in May 2024

Some staff members could have been a bit more friendly, or at least smile! :)

Great location, spacious room and big lockers, spacious bathroom and pretty clean, good breakfast, nice common areas, a lot of activities (I didn't participate but it is a nice option especially when travelling solo). They even provided towels (which is not often the case in hostels). With the reception and the key cards it also felt very safe!

Stayed in May 2024

Expensive

Location and facilites

Stayed in April 2024

The staff did seem to be overworked/stretched thin and the staff to guest ratio was a little rough; that or supplies/management are struggling at the moment. that said all the employees were soooo friendly and helpful and unfailingly resourceful I just really appreciated them.

Everyone was so friendly and energetic, there was a great atmosphere from both staff and patrons

Stayed in May 2024

Too many kids taking up the refrigerator spaces with leftovers that’s about all to complain of if anything -

The consistency and quality for the low cost - expectations are always higher than anywhere else - for that price

Stayed in May 2024

Price / Breakfast / People

Stayed in May 2024

LA has a homeless, drugs issue. It is a cleaner, posher area. However, I spotted rats near the gardens of the pier.

Location is in the centre of Santa Monica and walking distance to the pier. Clean, safe and of International standards. Huge kitchen and free ☕️ ☕️ ☕️

Stayed in May 2024

Location

Stayed in May 2024

The beds do creak slightly when you move, but nothing catastrophic. The only thing is that there's no aircon control (that any of us in our room could find) so it's set on one setting. Otherwise, faultless stay!!

The location was excellent - right near the beach, and also close to public transport and bus tours. There were plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. As a solo female, it felt like a great area to be in. The staff were incredibly helpful, and I was able to store luggage for the day after checking out. Breakfast was good too, and the events run by the hostel team were good. I'd say if you're looking for a good location to stay in LA, this felt safe and well-equipped.

Stayed in April 2024

All good

Stayed in April 2024

There is a lot of amenities enough to stay satisfied with. Staff of this hotel are very kind. and there are oppotunities to commnicate with other countries people, I couln't use this oppntunties for my low English skill thongh. If I have a time to come LA again, I'll stay here again.

Stayed in April 2024

Only downside is not getting the room we booked well in advance (almost 10months before our trip) no communication about that room not being available or not being told on the day that the room we booked wasn't the one we were getting. Other than that, everything else was great, not really a family kind of vibe or for fit for a family of 5

Place was amazing, location amazing and facilities were great, staff were very helpful as well, .

Stayed in April 2024

Everything good as always

Stayed in April 2024

Location

Stayed in April 2024

It is far from other LA attractions.

I loved it. I stayed in a nice hotel in downtown prior to HI hostel and I liked the hostel way more. The location is great, very close to the beach with a lot of places to eat around. There was a lot of young people in the neighborhood. I felt way safer than when I stayed in downtown, where I would see only homeless and creepy people walking in the street. The hostel had a cute decoration and was clean. The breakfast was nice as well. People were quiet. The staff were helpful.

Stayed in April 2024

One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in, for sure. Excellent location, lots of activities, common areas on each floor, good showers and bathrooms. Felt safe, well kept and welcoming.

Stayed in April 2024

The wifi was unreliable during our stay.

Really liked the free breakfast and the value for money for this hostel. The location was also very convenient.

Stayed in April 2024

I liked absolutely everything! I had already stayed at the HI in NYC and loved the experience, so I expected to have a good experience at the HI in Santa Monica too. The receptionists were very friendly, I really enjoyed the breakfast. The bed was very comfortable, there were two pillows and the locker was a great size.

Stayed in April 2024