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Situated conveniently in the South Los Angeles district of Los Angeles, THE SECRET GARDEN is situated 1.4 km from California Science Center, 1.6 km from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and 5.4 km from Staples Center. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set less than 1 km from LA Memorial Coliseum.

Microsoft Theater is 5.4 km from the hostel, while LA Union Station is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 16 km from THE SECRET GARDEN.

Very comfortable and quiet house. The hostess very attentive to any need at all times

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9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$75
per night

Located in Los Angeles, 300 metres from Venice Beach, Ocean Front Vortex Female Hostel private rooms Free bikes provides accommodation with free bikes, private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Each room is equipped with a patio.

Wonderful: the accommodation, the location, the facilities (bike, sup, mat…) and the host. Gary is super friendly: always available for a coffe, a beber and a chat.

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9.9
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
$121.50
per night

Located within 4 minutes' walk from Dolby Theater, Orange Drive Hostel offers free WiFi . Entertainment venue the Hollywood Bowl is 1 km away, while Capitol Records is 1.4 km away.

Melrose Avenue is 2.3 km from the hostel, while Universal Studios Hollywood is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 11 km from the property. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is 4 minutes' walk from the property.

I love this place! I've stayed in many hostels in Europe, south and north America, and this is one of the top in my list! It's very clean, Pedro was super nice and proactive, the bed are clean. Upon check in Pedro gave me a towel and the bed sheets, all super clean! Shower was amazing! And shower and toilet rooms were super clean. Although it is located right near the Hollywood Blvd, the hostel's location is very quiet at night. It's also safe (I traveled alone, arrived at night), and near everything.

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8.6
Excellent
1,537 reviews
Price from
$45
per night

The largest all purpose-built hostel in the United States with affordable dormitory accommodation, HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel presents itself as your perfect headquarters for seeing all that the Los Angeles area has to offer.

Everything is clean, friendly people

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8.6
Excellent
4,351 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of city, Burlington Hostel is situated in Los Angeles, 2 km from Staples Center. The property is around 1.9 km from Microsoft Theater, 4.2 km from California Science Center and 4.5 km from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available.

Honestly loved it! 100% recommend it. Its clean, kitchen fully furnished, managers are very helpful and responsive

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8.2
Very Good
198 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

Situated in Los Angeles and within 4.5 km of Capitol Records Building, The Rosemary has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 4.9 km from Griffith Observatory, 5.8 km from Dolby Theater and 6.1 km from Hollywood Bowl. Some units at the property have a terrace with a city view.

The rooms are fitted with a coffee machine, while some rooms also boast a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop. At the hostel all rooms come with bed linen and towels.

This apartment is so unique. The inside is very beautiful and clean. Plus, we slept like babies! I will definitely be staying here again.

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8.1
Very Good
161 reviews
Price from
$97.89
per night

All guest rooms in the hostel are equipped with a coffee machine. With a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at The California - Hollywood also have free WiFi. At the accommodation all rooms include bed linen and towels.

Everything at the stay is very comfortable, I got to meet excellent people in there and the hosts were always opened in making my trip as easy as possible. Every time I go there I enjoy every part of my trips since Im safe in the place Im staying. Such an incredible place at Hollywood. Looking forward to staying there again.

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8.2
Very Good
526 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

Set in Los Angeles and within 4.4 km of Capitol Records Building, The Steady has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is located 5.8 km from Dolby Theater, 6.1 km from Hollywood Bowl and 6.4 km from Griffith Observatory. The accommodation offers an ATM and luggage storage space for guests.

Staples Center is 6.5 km from the hostel, while Microsoft Theater is 6.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 15 km from The Steady.

Amazing atmosphere, met lots of friendly people from around the world. Great location. Comfy beds, clean facilities.

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8.1
Very Good
828 reviews
Price from
$42
per night

Melrose Hostel is set in Los Angeles, 2.7 km from Melrose Avenue and 2.8 km from Capitol Records Building. All rooms offer air-conditioning.

Melrose Hostel features free WiFi throughout the property. A TV with Netflix and Amazon prime is also included. Guests can utilise the hairdryers and hair curlers on-site.

Awesome hostel had a great time

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8.3
Very Good
479 reviews
Price from
$45
per night

Located within 3.3 km of Capitol Records Building and 4.6 km of Dolby Theater, Normandie Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Los Angeles. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.9 km from Hollywood Bowl.

the staff is nice , the place is clean good for price recommend

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8.3
Very Good
63 reviews
Price from
$40
per night

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  • THE SECRET GARDEN
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    Well situated in the South Los Angeles district of Los Angeles, THE SECRET GARDEN is located a 11-minute walk from LA Memorial Coliseum, 0.8 miles from California Science Center and a 18-minute walk...

    Everything was clean and everyone around super friendly!

  • The Steady
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 828 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles and within 2.7 miles of Capitol Records Building, The Steady has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    All the staff was amazing. Thank you for your job.

  • Normandie Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 63 reviews

    Located within 2 miles of Capitol Records Building and 2.9 miles of Dolby Theater, Normandie Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Los Angeles.

    the staff is nice , the place is clean good for price recommend

  • PRIVATE ROOM IN NEW APPARTMENT WITH FULL BATH
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 41 reviews

    Located within 1.7 miles of Staples Center and 1.7 miles of Microsoft Theater, PRIVATE ROOM IN NEW APPARTMENT WITH FULL BATH provides rooms in Los Angeles.

    Clean and convenient to my work. Responsive host.

  • Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,104 reviews

    Banana Bungalow’s location is fantastic! Right in the heart of Hollywood and steps away from all the hotspots. You can see the HOLLYWOOD sign right from the courtyard.

    The location is very convenient and the place was good for the price

  • Los Angeles Zen Home
    Budget options available
    5.6
    Scored 5.6
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 128 reviews

    Conveniently set in the West Los Angeles district of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Zen Home is located 2.1 miles from Petersen Automotive Museum, 2.3 miles from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art (LACMA) and...

    Prijs kwaliteit verhouding Centraal gelegen , vlakbij OV

  • Culver City Hostel
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 696 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Culver City Hostel is located in Los Angeles in the California region, 4.7 miles from Venice Beach Boardwalk and 5.2 miles from Petersen Automotive Museum.

    Great location, and the rooms were nice and clean.

  • 8th and Ardmore
    Budget options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 989 reviews

    Located conveniently in the Koreatown district of Los Angeles, 8th and Ardmore is located 2.8 miles from Staples Center, 2.8 miles from Microsoft Theater and 3.6 miles from Natural History Museum of...

    I would recommend this place. It’s clean and functional. Location is good

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Los Angeles

  • Ocean Front Vortex Female Hostel private rooms Free bikes
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 28 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles, a 3-minute walk from Venice Beach, Ocean Front Vortex Female Hostel private rooms Free bikes provides accommodations with free bikes, private parking and a shared lounge.

    Super Lage aber erst die girlz und gary mach nen diesen Ort zu was ganz besonderen. Venice forever 💜

  • Orange Drive Hostel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,537 reviews

    Located within 4 minutes' walk from Dolby Theater, Orange Drive Hostel offers free WiFi . Entertainment venue the Hollywood Bowl is 0.6 mi away, while Capitol Records is 0.9 mi away.

    Respond to the question very quickly and effectively.

  • The Rosemary
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 161 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles and within 2.8 miles of Capitol Records Building, The Rosemary has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    good vibes, clean, easy to get into. good location

  • Haven Coliving
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles and with Marina Del Rey Beach reachable within 1.1 miles, Haven Coliving provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and barbecue...

    Very easy check in process, clean and stylish place, it's nice and quiet even when all the spots are booked

  • Samesun Venice Beach
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,155 reviews

    Located on the famous Venice Beach Boardwalk, this hostel in Los Angeles is within walking distance from Muscle Beach. Guest rooms offer shared bathroom facilities and views of the area.

    Fantastic location, great staff, clean and comfortable room

  • Samesun Hollywood
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,559 reviews

    Located on Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame, Samesun Hollywood offers accommodations with free WiFi and a 24-hour reception. Guests have access to a shared kitchen and free continental breakfast.

    Clean, good smell, quiet, nice living area. Slept well.

  • Libra Hotel
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 957 reviews

    Well situated in the Koreatown district of Los Angeles, Libra Hotel is located 3.2 miles from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art (LACMA), 3.4 miles from Petersen Automotive Museum and 3.5 miles from...

    Clean room with well furnished Owner were really kind and helpful

  • Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,624 reviews

    Banana Bungalow West Hollywood Hotel & Hostel is set in Los Angeles, 1.3 mi from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA.

    The staff was wonderful and the setting wuite cool.

  • Venice Beach Hostel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 477 reviews

    Located 2 minutes’ walk from the lively Venice Beach Boardwalk, Venice Beach Hostel provides guests with lockers, storage and guest laundry facilities. Free WiFi is also provided.

    Proximité de la plage et la propreté de la chambre.

  • A1 LA City Hostel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 259 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles, within 2.3 miles of LA Memorial Coliseum and 2.7 miles of Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, A1 LA City Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

    Nice and clean. Manager very friendly and helpful.

  • PodShare East Hollywood
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 74 reviews

    In a prime location in the Hollywood district of Los Angeles, PodShare East Hollywood is located 2.8 miles from Capitol Records Building, 3.1 miles from Griffith Observatory and 3.6 miles from Dolby...

    i love the company i have interest in it not another

  • PodShare Hollywood
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 130 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles, a 5-minute walk from Capitol Records Building, PodShare Hollywood provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    Location, comfort, ease of access, friendliness of staff

  • PodShare Venice
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 431 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles, a 12-minute walk from Marina Del Rey Beach, PodShare Venice has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    100% the location and you can park the car inside.

  • Robertson's Place Like Home
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 19 reviews

    Robertson's Place Like Home has accommodations in Los Angeles. The property is around 2.3 miles from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art (LACMA), 6.4 miles from Dolby Theater and 6.9 miles from Capitol...

    It was nice. Clean, bathroom was clean. The bed was comfortable.

  • Pads on Pasadena Ave
    4.2
    Scored 4.2
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 120 reviews

    Located in Los Angeles and within 2.2 miles of LA Union Station, Pads on Pasadena Ave has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    空间很大,和同等的旅馆价格相比更便宜,房东是墨西哥人很热情大度,相处很融洽,而且有独立的厕所只要和房东去讲。房间很宽敞,而且有电风扇。

  • Venice Beach Garden Hostel Boutique Shared Pods and Private Cabins

    Located in Los Angeles, 1.2 miles from Venice Beach, Venice Beach Garden Hostel Boutique Shared Pods and Private Cabins has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

  • Kohzy ( Koreatown )

    Located within 3.1 miles of Staples Center and 3.2 miles of Microsoft Theater, Kohzy ( Koreatown ) provides rooms in Los Angeles.

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Hostels that guests love in Los Angeles

  • Avg. price/night: $183.98
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,155 reviews
    Great to find Hummingbirds just up the road. Friendly helpful staff in great location. Lots to do and after catching a number 1 bus up to the Metro you can get anywhere real quick and travel all day with a 5dollar capped Tap bus and train card, magic....Belles bar just opposite Samesun hostel is nice safe bar...
    Peter
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $119.70
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,401 reviews
    Very clean rooms. It's great for a cheap stay in a rough area. Safe parking with good security. Felt safe, and the room is really nice. Would have no problem staying again!
    Stephen
    Family with young children
  • 8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,444 reviews
    Wow! Just lovely. A cool vibey hotel with lots going on in the evenings. Great location that felt safe. A short walk to the heart of the touristy part of Hollywood. We walked around until nightfall then got an Uber back to the hotel. We parked in the multi-storey car park on the corner of Argyle Ave and Carlos Ave, which worked out cheaper than hotel parking. We booked a Suite, which was perfect for us and the teens. We requested a roll out bed too as the sofa bed was too small to share. Very spacious.
    Amanda
    Family with young children
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 69 reviews
    Everything was fine, but dont expect a hostel vibe like in Asia or Australia where Backpackers come along and chat in the kitchen:) Some of the guest are living long term there and are not really interested in chatting with new people what is totally fine, just to let you know. Also there is not really a common room to relax and chat with others. But if you are looking for a clean, cheap and nice hostel with small dorms go to this place.
    C
    Clara
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $183.98
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,155 reviews
    Very well organized, clean hostel in a great location. The staff was very friendly. Everything you need is available, the rooms are simple but nice and the bathrooms very clean. The chillout area is also comfortable. Great safety and sheets smelled like freshly washed! This was my second time and I would always come again!
    Katharina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $138.60
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,537 reviews
    Great location! The hostel is literally right on the walk of fame, in a safe area with parking. The staff were very helpful and really friendly.
    Olivia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $149.03
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,559 reviews
    I stayed here for 2 nights. It met My expectations for sure. It was safe, 1st time hostel user. It was in a great location near the action of Hollywood as a tourist and train station across the street. It was quiet and private. Staff was very helpful and accommodating and kind. I had an issue with my credit card and they were willing to offer me the 1st night until I could get money from the bank. Room was spacious and comfortable however, private rooms should have their own bathroom and shower
    T
    Tammy
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $183.98
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,155 reviews
    Everything is wonderful, great location, wifi, lockers, kitchen, breakfast, bed quality, cleanliness and the staff, heather and gustavo do everything possible to help you! .. Definitely one of the best hostel chains in LA :)
    Sudhir
    Solo traveler
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 4,351 reviews
    Best hostel I've ever been in Clean, spacious, very nice and helpful people. I felt very safe!
    Agnieszka
    Solo traveler
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 4,351 reviews
    spacious, really safe as you can only enter the hostel with a key. staff clean daily, massive kitchen with plenty of space to cook with multiple people. great location 5 minute walk from the Santa Monica pier, cafes restaurants and shops surrounding with cheap grocery stores around the corner!
    S
    Saskia
    Solo traveler

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