HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel
Historic hostel near LA's beaches and city sights.
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The Mansion Hostel is a purpose-built hostel in Los Angeles, noted as the largest in the United States. It offers a range of dormitory rooms and private accommodations within a heritage-listed building. The hostel provides a guest kitchen, dining room, lounge, and a quiet workspace, alongside an interior courtyard. It's located within walking distance of Santa Monica beaches and the Third Street Promenade.
Should you book HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel?
A large, historic hostel with a variety of dorms and private rooms, situated for exploring the city and coast.
Best for
- Budget travellers
- Social stays
- Exploring Los Angeles
- Groups
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking quiet
- Private bathrooms
Historic building
This purpose-built hostel is housed in a heritage-listed building. It features a grand double spiral staircase and high ceilings, blending historic charm with modern amenities.
Community spaces
Guests have access to a communal guest kitchen, a dining room, and a shared lounge/TV area. There's also a quiet workspace and an interior courtyard for relaxation.
Room variety
Accommodation ranges from large dormitories sleeping up to 12 guests to private rooms for two. All bunks feature privacy curtains.
Proximity to sights
The hostel is within walking distance of Santa Monica beaches and the Third Street Promenade, offering easy access to coastal attractions and shopping.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Great for your stay
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Stand-up comedy
- Hiking
- Luggage storage
- Lockers
Bathroom
- Towels
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Stand-up comedy
- Beach
- Hiking
Location
1932 Rochester Cir, Los Angeles, California
HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel is located in Los Angeles, California, in the Jefferson Park area. Guests rate the area well for things to do and airport access.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Leslie N Shaw Park at 0.4 mi; the nearest metro station, Expo/Western, is 0.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Leslie N Shaw Parkpark0.4 mi
- Martin Luther King Junior Parkpark0.6 mi
- Senshin Buddhist Churchplace of worship0.9 mi
- West Angeles Church of God in Christplace of worship1.1 mi
- Natural History Museum of Los Angeles Countymuseum1.5 mi
Getting around
- Expo/Westernmetro station0.4 mi
- Expo/Crenshawmetro station1.1 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.8 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 4,910 guest reviews
Guests rate HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel 8.8/10 across 4,910 reviews. The most praised aspect is service (20 positive mentions), alongside property and breakfast. A few reviewers note room for improvement around cleanliness.
- Things to do4.7/5
- Restaurants2.8/5
- Public transit2.8/5
- Airport access4.1/5
Reviews scoring 9–10: 22 · average 9.7
They wrote about: location, cleanliness, staff
Reviews scoring 7–9: 8 · average 8
They wrote about: location, room, comfort
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked questions
What are the room options at The Mansion Hostel?
The hostel offers various dormitories sleeping between 4 and 12 guests, including ladies-only options. There are also private rooms available for two people.
Does the hostel serve breakfast?
Yes, the hostel serves breakfast. Many guests have reported positively on the breakfast offering.
Can I store my luggage?
Yes, the hostel offers luggage storage facilities for guests upon arrival and departure.
Is WiFi free?
Yes, free high-speed WiFi is available for all guests throughout the property.
Are there family rooms?
The hostel offers private rooms for two, which can accommodate couples. Larger family or group bookings can be made using multiple dorm beds.
What is near the hostel?
The hostel is within walking distance of Santa Monica beaches and the Third Street Promenade. Several places of worship and a metro station are also nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
The property offers 24-hour reception, suggesting flexibility for check-in and check-out. Specific times are not detailed.