STAY OPEN Venice Beach

Hotels
9.5 (327 reviews)
11 Brooks Avenue Unit B , Los Angeles , us

Facilities

Air conditioning
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and quiet
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable beds
Good value for money
Cons:
Slow communication issues
Slightly cold at night

Categories

Cleanliness
9.45
Overall positive sentiment regarding cleanliness, noted as very clean and well-maintained.
Service
9.42
Mixed feedback; specific negative experience mentioned, but overall sentiment remains positive.
Location
10
Excellent location mentioned multiple times with great views and accessibility.
Room Quality
9.41
Rooms described as comfortable and well-prepared.
Amenities
9.44
Amenities such as kitchen and bike usage highlighted positively.
Value for Money
9.4
Overall good value, as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Food and Beverage
9.45
Positive mention of coffee and breakfast amenities.
Overall Experience
9.45
Consistently positive experiences noted across several reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 22:19

Property Description

Concierge Services & Shared Lounge - Enjoy personalized service and a cozy communal space to relax and socialize with other guests.

Free Bikes & Shared Kitchen - Explore the vibrant neighborhood on wheels and savor the convenience of preparing your own meals in a well-equipped kitchen.

Proximity to Beaches - With Venice Beach just steps away and Santa Monica and Marina Del Rey beaches a short distance, soak up the sun and surf to your heart's content.

Book now to experience a beachside getaway at STAY OPEN Venice Beach.

Important information:

Early check-in: $30, includes full property access + luggage storage. Must be booked 24 hours in advance.

Late check-out: $30. Vacate pod and lockers by 11:00 am; property access until 5:00 pm (no pod access).

Quiet hours: 9:30 pm–9:00 am.

Visitors: No non-guests allowed.

Pod assignment: Pods are not pre-allocated.

Registration & payment: Registration form must be completed at booking/prior to arrival. Payment is taken before arrival.

No group reservations, whether booked together or seperate, 2 people is the most that can stay.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 327 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.45
Service: 9.42
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.41
Amenities: 9.44
Value for Money: 9.4
Food and Beverage: 9.45
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Itoh solo_traveller jp
10
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Naranjo solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

The staff is super friendly. Cole is really good at making people feel at home.

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Federica solo_traveller it
10
Amazing
Pros:

Everything. View on the beach mostly. Availability of bikes. Nice area. Cleanliness and spaces. EVERYTHING

2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Frida solo_traveller se
10
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Marluy solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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Kent solo_traveller us
8
Excellent location at an excellent price in a very clean and well kept location!
Pros:

The bed was super comfortable - aside from sleeping in a box. However, that is why it is cheaper than other accommodations in the area.

Cons:

My only recommendations are to add locks to the bed doors like other capsules do. Just another layer of security that some may appreciate.

Also, running a fan (or two) in the common areas might help absorb some of the noise at night. The high ceilings and walls do not. People should be able to talk quietly at 8AM in the kitchen or at the breakfast table without the manager making a small issue of "Quiet Hours" - wasn't a big deal and he was polite. However, It's 8AM. We weren't laughing or carrying on or anything like that. Just trying to talk in hushed tones between two people. Cooking eggs and bacon was louder than the talking. Odd how cooking hours don't match quiet hours. Either change the hours or do more to mitigate reverberating noise. 8AM is normal business hours... Maybe add curtains to the sleeping hours that are drawn during quiet hours. Fans. Sound absorbing artwork on the walls. There are things that can be done.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Loro solo_traveller us
10
Calm, clean and pleasant
Pros:

Staff super friendly; location is mesmerizing; the house is wonderful.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Nina solo_traveller au
10
Perfect and great value
Pros:

One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in. Unbeatable location, really comfortable pods, beautifully furnished. Parking not as difficult as I expected.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Jonas solo_traveller us
10
Spacious and nice.
Pros:

More like a big apartment than a hostel. Alot of space, clean and hosts were cool. Access to a nice kitchen, the location is great, just turn the corner and you are at the boardwalk and beach. They also offered a couple vikes to borrow for a few hours at a time.

Cons:

No complaints really, there are quiet hours to be aware of.

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Emanuele solo_traveller it
10
Pros:

The hosts and managers Dave and Laurence are fantastic in creating a relaxed mood among the guests and at the same time adherence to the rules to grant a respectful staying for everybody. Real good vibes, bright views, training and working., reading and healthy cooking. Enjoy!

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Glover solo_traveller us
10
Sleep in a pod that is affordable and has high standards!
Pros:

The ocean front balcony, vaulted ceilings & sleep pods! It’s “higher class” with 3 sets of computer monitors and strict rules! I liked it a lot I would stay a minimum of two nights to really feel it

Cons:

Not as “Open” at the other “party hostel” (we had access to the property all day long as well as the showers) down the beach, NOT here, and you have to pay $30 to hold your luggage, other place was free…. Both have stairs you are required to climb… these people are “higher class” and have strict rules! Oh no checkouts on Saturday! I wanted to extend my stay but couldn’t unless I stayed 2 more nights

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Emmanouil solo_traveller nl
8
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Zoe solo_traveller gb
7
Great hostel, the location and the views are amazing - definitely recommend!
Pros:

Loved staying here, it’s such a cool property. The beds are super comfy and the location is amazing too.

Cons:

Not the most social hostel, I found it hard to chat to people

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Sabin solo_traveller kr
10
2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Seb 🌌 solo_traveller fr
10
Se resourcer au calme, les pieds dans l'eau et la tête dans les étoiles.
Pros:

Séjour super sympa dans cet espace incroyable. Je ne m'attendais pas à ce qu'il y ait autant d'espace et de services proposés (beaucoup de gens viennent y travailler car des ordinateurs ainsi qu'un phone booth sont à disposition). Ce qui créé une atmosphère vraiment particulière, loin des anciens clichés des auberges bondées et bruyantes. Ici le silence est d'or dès 21h30 et jusqu'à 8h. Ce qui permet vraiment de pouvoir profiter de Venice en tant qu'espace de paix où se ressourcer, et rencontrer des gens cools. Le rooftop est génial et il est possible de vraiment se sentir indépendant si l'on souhaite aussi prendre du temps pour soi sachant qu'il n'y a pas énormément de lits. J'espère que ce lieu restera ainsi pour plusieurs années encore et tenu par les mêmes personnes qui sont vraiment adorables.

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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federica solo_traveller us
10
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Kamara solo_traveller us
8
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Geisser solo_traveller ch
10
Ein Ort, an dem die Zeit leise wird und sich alles für einen Moment richtig anfühlt. ✨
Pros:

Normalerweise schreibe ich keine Bewertungen, aber das Stay Open ist wirklich etwas ganz Besonderes. Sowohl das Lokal selbst als auch die Atmosphäre haben etwas Magisches.

Der Duft, die Sauberkeit und die angenehme Ruhe schaffen sofort ein Gefühl von Wohlbefinden. Dazu kommt eine grandiose Gastfreundschaft, die den Aufenthalt unvergesslich macht.

Ein Ort, an den man gerne zurückkehrt.

Cons:

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2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Alberto solo_traveller ca
9
Upscalish pod experience
Pros:

Very clean in general, well located, with everything needed for a comfortable stay - much better experience than in a regular pod hotel

Cons:

Some patrons were not careful after using the shared facilities, which has nothing to do with the staff or facilities

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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roxanne solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-14 via Nuitee