What is the cost of a hostel in Los Angeles?

On average, it’s $80/night for a hostel in Los Angeles, though $74/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $24/night in Los Angeles. Try to avoid booking your hostel in June (the most expensive month). Booking in March (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Los Angeles?

With an average review score of 8.8 (out of 10) from 6,327 HotelsCombined users, HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel is considered the best Los Angeles hostel.

What hostel is closest to Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport?

Venice Beach Hostel is 7.6 km away from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport, making it the closest Los Angeles hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Los Angeles is most popular to stay in?

Central Los Angeles is the most popular area of Los Angeles to stay in. In the past year, 1% of HotelsCombined users looking for Los Angeles hostels searched within Central Los Angeles. Boutique Homestay is a popular hostel in Central Los Angeles if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Los Angeles closest to Hollywood Boulevard?

The most popular Los Angeles hostel near Hollywood Boulevard is Podshare Hollywood. Podshare Hollywood has a rating of 7.2/10 from 225 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.4 km from Hollywood Boulevard.

Should I stay in a Los Angeles hostel?

Hostels in Los Angeles tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Los Angeles hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel

5920 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United States

This hostel features self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance. Housekeeping is available on request. Banana Bungalow Hollywood Hotel & Hostel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Kitchens offer refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Los Angeles hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Free Wi-Fi

8.1

Excellent

2996 reviews

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5.3 km from city centre

$167

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Orange Drive Hostel

1764 North Orange Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United States

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. The property offers a variety of nonsmoking room types including dorm rooms, private rooms and group rooms. Guests can utilize laundry facilities, on-site lockers, or the common room. The property also sells tickets to local attractions. Melrose Avenue is 1.4 mi from the hostel, while Universal Studios Hollywood is 2.4 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Hollywood Burbank Airport, 6.8 mi from the property. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is 4 minutes' walk from the property. Limited Parking available $15/night. Groceries: Target - 3 minute walk from our hostel Ralphs - 15 minute walk from our hostel

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8.8

Excellent

2528 reviews

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6.1 km from city centre

$169

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8th and Ardmore

861 South Ardmore Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Located conveniently in the Koreatown district of Los Angeles, 8th and Ardmore is located 2.7 miles from Microsoft Theater, 2.8 miles from Staples Center and 3.7 miles from Los Angeles County Museum Of Art (LACMA). The property is around 4 miles from Petersen Automotive Museum, 4 miles from California Science Center and 4.1 miles from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. LA Memorial Coliseum is 4.3 miles from the hostel, while Capitol Records Building is 4.3 miles from the property. Hollywood Burbank Airport is 11 miles away.

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8.0

Excellent

861 reviews

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1.2 km from city centre

$135

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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Los Angeles?

The cheapest day to stay in Los Angeles is Monday ($24). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $77.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Los Angeles?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 71 days before your trip to Los Angeles. The lowest price found when booking 71 days ahead was $26 per night.

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