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HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel – Montara, CA
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel – Montara, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

Beachfront Location HI Point Montara Lighthouse in Montara offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy sea views and a sun terrace, complemented by a lush garden. Comfortable Accommodations The guest house features family rooms with private entrances, each equipped with a kitchen, private bathroom, and garden or sea views. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Convenient Amenities Facilities include a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, picnic spots, bicycle parking, barbecue facilities, and free on-site private parking. Additional amenities include a fireplace, dining area, and luggage storage. Nearby Attractions Montara State Beach is a 14-minute walk away, while Lands End Lookout Visitor Center is 19 mi from the property. San Francisco International Airport is 16 mi distant. Guests appreciate the scenic location and convenient kitchen.

Amenities

  • Café / coffee shop
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 125 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    You are right on the Pacific Ocean coast. It is spectacular. The hostel has a lot of traffic, and it is difficult to maintain any historic property that is right on the coast of an ocean.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Beach access. Beautiful section of the coastline. Filtered drinking water available. N/A

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The views at Montara Lighthouse are absolutely fantastic! We stayed in a private suite. The 2 small bedrooms and bathroom are simple, functional and clean—it’s a hostel after all. Friendly staff. If you are looking for basic, reasonable accommodation in an exquisite, historic spot, you’ve found it. Nothing

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location great!

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Seems like not all the guests follow the noise-level related rules. After 10pm a group of Indian guests were loudly laughing in shared area. Maybe a an additional refresher of noise policy would be nice to discuss additionally during check-in.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Liked everything.. from staff to neighbors to the place. All great! Nothing

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Amazing views!

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    The location was amazing, we were so close to the ocean that we could hear the surf pounding all night long. We also spotted whales just off the shore. Shared bathrooms aren't perfect, but it wasn't a problem, especially if you consider the value for the location we stayed.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Beautiful scenery The room is extremely small, sharing the bathroom with others, and the bed is not safe.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    The location is so beautiful. I love that it's secure and people who aren't guests can't just come and go. The fire alarm went off at 6:30 am for some unknown reason the final morning. All the doors slam all the time. Maybe add some weather stripping on the frames to soften the closing. I'm sure all guests would appreciate it.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    The view and location was superb! Just staying at an old lighthouse was amazing. It's not your usual hotel, it's a hostel, so no special comforts like meals or nice fireplaces etc. You just go there to watch the ocean and surrounding cliffs. Shower was clean, shared, they provide linens, towels etc. Beds were also made. There is a shared kitchen which was kept clean. The rooms were a little small for the 3 person room, one would have to climb to the bunk bed. Other than that we had an amazing room with a view facing the cliffs and beach below. I don't think you can change an old lighthouse building, so you can't make rooms bigger, but maybe re-organize the beds to make more space. They were bolted to the floor so we could not move it. Maybe more hooks to hang stuff like the micro hotels we see now.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Stunning!!! What a gem along the coast. I can’t wait to return next time inthe Bay Area. This is my special place. Nothing! Loved everything.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Beautiful views, quiet, friendly staff.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    It’s on the ocean, what more does one need!

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Convenient

  • Engine customer Dec 2025

    View is amazing, everything you need is available I stayed late November, it was a little chilly inside

  • Engine customer Nov 2025

    Beautiful, breathtaking outdoors. Well-equipped and comfortable indoors. NA

  • Engine customer Oct 2025

    Price. Location Snoring roomates! Aging facility 2 many rules and emails. Gotta check in before 9. No personal bedding allowed.

  • Engine customer Oct 2025

    Beautiful location! A historical hidden gem Sleeping accommodation

  • Engine customer Sep 2025

    Wonderful staff, great location.

Frequently asked questions about HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

Does HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel offer parking?
Yes, HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel offers free parking on-site.
Does HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in Montara, see business hotels in Montara.
Does HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel have a fitness center?
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel located, and how walkable is the area?
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel is located at 16th Street and Highway 1, Montara, CA CA 94037. With a Walk Score of 31, the area is rated Car-Dependent. A car or rideshare is recommended for most trips in this area.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
  • San Francisco International Airport 9.4 mi
  • San Francisco International Airport 9.7 mi
  • Asiana Airlines Flight 214 10.0 mi

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