STAY OPEN Venice Beach

Hotels
9.5 (386 reviews)
11 Brooks Avenue Unit B , Los Angeles , US

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location / beachfront view
Very friendly and professional staff
Comfortable beds and pods
Clean, modern and well maintained
Free bikes and well-equipped kitchen
Calm, safe atmosphere
Nice communal spaces / coliving vibe
Many repeat guests and strong recommendations
Cons:
No breakfast offered (reported by at least one guest)
Parking difficulty in busy area
Minor cleanliness issues in corners/behind toilets
Some guests congregating on nearby promenade (can be noticeable)

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Repeated mentions of the property being clean, modern and well maintained, though one review noted borderline daily wipedowns with missed corners/behind toilets.
Service
10
Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, super nice, professional and attentive; multiple guests praised the hosts and service.
Location
10
Numerous reviews highlight an incredible/ideal location: beachfront views, right at the beach, great vantage points and easy access to Venice/attractions.
Room Quality
9.5
Beds and sleeping pods repeatedly called very comfortable; rooms described as quiet and suitable for relaxing or working.
Amenities
9.5
Guests mention well-equipped kitchens, free bikes, towels and communal spaces; many positive notes on available facilities and shared spaces.
Value for Money
9.5
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Food and Beverage
8.5
Some praise for on-site food options, but at least one guest noted absence of breakfast; overall positive but with that notable drawback.
Overall Experience
10
Overwhelmingly positive overall sentiment: guests describe the place as peaceful, safe, like coliving rather than a hostel, and state they would return or recommend it.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:29

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 386 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.5
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 10
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Andreas Bock • couple • dk
10
2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Daniele • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Nice place, very comfortable and felt kinda home.

2026-11-04 • via Nuitee
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Jemima • solo_traveller • ch
10
I really lovee the vibe and also the interior.
Pros:

Very beautiful hostel and very friendly hosts. The beds were super comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Spinozzi • solo_traveller • ar
10
Pros:

Muy cómodo y limpio. Las instalaciones y servicios son muy buenos.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura Daniela • solo_traveller • ar
10
Stay Open!!! Venice en mi corazón💖☀️🌊🛼
Pros:

💖🥰🌊☀️😎🤘todo! Super Feliz de estar 29 días en Stay Open! Hermosa Vista, ubicación, atención y limpieza

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Jocelyn • solo_traveller • ca
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ariela • solo_traveller • br
10
I felt secure in a beautiful place with a stunning view, surrounded by great people!
Pros:

It was a great experience, much better than expected

Cons:

X

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Nele Jola • solo_traveller • de
9
It was just perfect, everybody was so nice! And the look over the beach was just beautiful. As a female traveler I can j
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • solo_traveller • uz
10
Pros:

Right at the beach, excellent!

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Giulio Newcastel • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Come sentirsi a casa

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Sibylle • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

Man fühlt sich wie zu Hause, Schlafen in den Pods ist toll
Velos die man nutzen konnte

Cons:

Leider haben einige Free-People die Strandpromenade direkt vor dem Hostel als ihren 'Place to be' festgelegt.
Sie sind aber friedlich und lassen einem in Ruhe

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Roi • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

La comida del alojamiento en general, tiene de todo, las camas son muy cómodas, el baño está perfecto y tiene opciones por si te apetece ir a la playa dar un paseo en bici por Venice...

Cons:

Nada, me pareció todo muy bien

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Ivan • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Great location; friendly staff; room really silent

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • solo_traveller • us
10
One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at. I will definitely stay here again and recommend it to friends. Everything w
Pros:

Everything!

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Patrik • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Dominika • solo_traveller • sk
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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yicheng • solo_traveller • cn
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Mario Manuel • solo_traveller • ar
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee