778 Hawthorne Street, Monterey, CA 93940, United States
#4 of 64 hotels in Monterey
Guests' ChoiceBased on 38 hostel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.8
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Reviewed: 3 December 2024
Shubham
United StatesI felt if the hostel has more social events, shy creatures like me can actually talk to some people
The location was perfect, can't ask for anything better
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2024
Camille
CanadaNo curtains to give privacy to the beds. I knew they arent there as seen on the picture but I think that would be a good idea. There are no lockers. you basically put your luggage under your bed. Given we all have our passports and maybe computers or cameras and we share our rooms with strangers I think it would be necessary to have lockers. Price is quite high for a shared bedroom. No small lights per beds.
-very clean rooms and bathrooms -size of the room was fine -huge parking lot -good location -huge kitchen with all kitchenware. you can basically bake a cake there or make any meal you wish -nice staff -quiet place -easy check in and check out -has an "all in one" shampoo-conditioner-body soap in the shower and a hairdryer
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 3 October 2024
Maria
ColombiaN/a
A super nice hostel, in excellent condition, clean, well-equipped kitchen and very friendly service. I loved this hostel.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Pascal
SwitzerlandAC did not seem to work, luckyli it was not too hot that night.
Very modern and creative vibe. Nice staff and good equipped kitchen. The room was spaceous and clean. Location near Cannary Road was absolutely spot on.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
Robert
United StatesBeautiful property, great location, and staff was great! My only request would be that maybe the beds, the bunkbeds, have some sort of pouch that you could put water and your phone in, especially if you’re on the upper bunk - there’s no place to put anything. But everything was great!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 13 August 2024
Denise
United StatesIt is a beautiful, extremely clean, and well-decorated place with a wide and comfortable collective kitchen. The staff is exceptionally friendly and attentive. This is my second time here, and I feel at home! And what is best? It is within walking distance of Monterey’s attractions and cool spots.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 10 August 2024
Zoe
United KingdomShower was a bit too hot and we couldnt adjust temp
Great location, cheerful quirky decor. Helpful staff. Fabulous kitchen area with spice rack and free bits and bobs
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 3 August 2024
Khazaei
CanadaMy room was in the basement and I preferred to not be!
It was big and clean! With free parking!
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 25 July 2024
Marisa
United Statesno secure luggage storage (like a private room with a lock) , front desk hours could start earlier
I really enjoyed the location and the overall look of everything. I appreciated that it was cute.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 23 July 2024
Julie
United StatesRyan was the greatest host, cook, maintenance man, curator, travel guide and cook!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 18 July 2024
Nan
United StatesNothing
Great kitchen-and common area Nice clean towels sheets and hot showers- The staff and operations are excellent- warm and welcoming place
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 18 July 2024
Nan
United StatesNeed a sign for shower operation that there is no adjusting temperature; you push only 1 time for on- Do not push again for off- as the water flow in on a go timer for each push of control-and the more you push the longer the timer keeps hoping for more water- And with all the sign to conserve WATER it makes a person / moi feel bad about that way too long of a lovel hot shower!
Quiet safe casual community. The dorm rooms have 1 full bathroom within - no running down the hall and an extra sink also! The courtyard and great free parking lot.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 17 June 2024
Martha
United StatesN/A
Location, cleanliness and staff.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Mendoza
United StatesNo coffee milk or bread
Room was clea and quiet but the bumper beds were not comfortable and not enough shampoo .
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
Lambeth
AustraliaI didn't have breakfast. it was hassle free and friendly..
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 April 2024
Idaliya
CanadaSome of the rooms are half-basement, still get light but not as much which is one of the most important things for me. The rooms felt a bit cold, but it was good with the extra blanket. For the lounge, I assumed it was ok to sit there at night (after 10pm) and work quietly, but I felt a bit uncomfortable having received info that the lounge is closed after 10pm, that’s not feasible since there is nowhere else to be to sit and work in the area either, I partially rented a hostel just for the common space, so the restrictions on its use were most disappointing.
The lounge area is great, the kitchen is very clean and well-organized
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 November 2024
Weronika
DenmarkI was hoping there would be more social activities, but there was nothing on the agenda the day I arrived and the next day. I had an issue getting back to the hostel past 10pm as my code (provided by booking.com) wouldn't work on the main door and I couldn't call or text US phone numbers as I was using an e-sim. I'd suggest testing your code ahead with the stuff or providing a whatsapp/other way to contact the staff after hours. Otherwise, everything else was fine.
The hostel is very clean, modern and comfortable, had all the amenities you'd need. Helpful staff.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 14 October 2024
Katonori
Japan- guests in the same dormitory room were all male except me... I'm not sure whether it was a coincidence or not
- I really wanted to go to Monterey Bay Aquarium, so the location was wonderful. In addition, a supermarket was near to the hostel as well. It was super convenient for me. - friendly staff - cleanliness in the bathroom was acceptable
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2025
Mary
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Zhenxing
JapanThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 21 March 2025
Jordan
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 14 March 2025
Helen
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 March 2025
Uriel
BrazilThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Erik
CanadaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2025
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