HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

Cute hostel in the building next to the lighthouse. Full kitchen, clean bathroom, clean bedding. Felt safe and secure. Happy to have found this place!

Could have used a more pwerful heater. Pretty cold in the "Tool Shed" at night.

Inside the hostel, you go to the front desk to check in and are given bedding and a towel, plus a magnetic key card to open your room and your private locker in the room. y small room had one bunkbed and one single bed, which I took. I had one roommate, who was friendly. We negotiated when to shut the lights and whether or not to leave the window open. The kitchens and dining areas are a pretty wild scene, with people moving every which way preparing their meals, eating, and washing dishes. The facility is stocked with all the pots, pans, dish towels, utensils, stove, microwave, fridge, etc. that you need to deal with meals. It's a very generous setup. There are also community lounging areas, which people were using. While there, we were hit by one of California's rolling blackouts. This made things a little less convenient, with people using flashlights to move around at night. Also, we were asked to really limit our use of water, which is somehow tied to electric power. But the staff was great. They ran a generator to keep the infrastructure operating, and told people we didn't have to do any dishes. Great place!

wonderful place to stay. fresh ocean breeze and comfortable atmosphere

Beautiful location. Nice people vibe. Really great value. Wish I could stay with my wife. Very comfy bed despite having to sleep in the same room with 5 other guys.

Nice, relaxing place

Ocean location and view is great! Bed was comfortable.

The staff could be a little more forthcoming with information on how things are run. The bathrooms need to be cleaned more often, but the dorms and the communal areas are great!

I requested cancellation and they denied it to me, I called them on advanced to cancel the reservation and they declined. So unprofessional.

I wished I stayed more than 1 night. I was comfortable even though it was a full house. Office staff was friendly. Room mates were friendly. But I wish they had more bathrooms.

Facilities need major maintenance on the exterior and more lighting in the dorm rooms.

I had a hard time finding the place, but that could be my problem! The road sign is there but partially obscured and at an angle to the road. Signage to the beach is also inadequate.The layout is well thought out, and is much more comfortable than the exterior may indicate. The esprit de corps among staff at hostels is always inspiring! I recommend this hostel, especially for seasoned travelers.

Great amenities included use of a full kitchen(dishes and silverware too!) Great common areas, including a large sit down table in the kitchen with a huge window overlooking the ocean. Exceptional value!

Uptight staff, nice view. Really dark outside late at night.

Amazing !!!

Gorgeous views. Private rooms are small and very basic but each have an amazing ocean front view.

Absolutely amazing!

Beautiful hostel right next to the beach with an amazing backdrop of the ocean and all it has to offer. Would highly recommend!

I came from San Francisco by public transportation in approximetly 2 hours ,I have to change 3 different ;car, shuttle,train.. But I was really surprised when arrive there. Nice views,comfortable,clean,like a luxury special hotel,

Staff was very helpful and friendly. Beds were comfy but squeaky. Showers were hot. Has amazing views , best place I stayed at my whole trip