Santa Monica beach with the pier in the distance

Hostels in Santa Monica

Santa Monica's hostels put you a few blocks from the beach and the pier, with the Metro E Line to Downtown and Venice Beach a bike ride away.

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By ClubHostel editors · Updated

Santa Monica is LA’s classic beach town: the pier, a long sandy beach and the beach bike path south to Venice. The Metro E Line runs from Downtown Santa Monica to Downtown LA.

Our top pick: Half-Day LA City Tour from Hollywood or Santa Monica

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Half-Day LA City Tour from Hollywood or Santa Monica

Can start in Santa Monica. 4.6/5 from over 2,400 reviews.

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Santa Monica, Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour

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Hollywood or Santa Monica for a hostel in LA?

Santa Monica for the beach and a relaxed feel; Hollywood for sightseeing and the Metro B Line. Both have Metro lines to Downtown.

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