Budget Hostels from RM335

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for exploring. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its art galleries, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.

While you’re deciding on somewhere to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Santa Monica: HI Los Angeles Santa Monica Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Santa Monica Beach and Santa Monica Pier. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, lockers and linens in all rooms.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Monica is 274 mm.

Generally, Santa Monica is known for its beaches, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include Santa Monica Beach, Venice Beach and Hollywood Walk of Fame. Get out into nature with places such as Venice Beach Boardwalk, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and International Chess Park. Cultural attractions include City Garage Theatre, Fidelity Arts and Santa Monica History Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Santa Monica in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Los Angeles Intl. (LAX), 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal), which is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transport. You can access metro transport at Downtown Santa Monica Station, 17th Street/SMC Station and 26th Street/Bergamot Station.