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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.

You might like the room rates at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our guests: The Huntley Hotel - 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from the heart of Santa Monica. You can take advantage of free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.

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 Universal Studios Hollywood, Crypto.com Arena and Santa Monica Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Venice Beach, Venice Beach Boardwalk and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. 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.