HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

89 reviews

+1 (650) 728-7177

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Path to private beach - worth checking out

8800 Cabrillo Hwy

Montara, CA 94038

+1 (650) 728-7177

https://www.hiusa.org

Sitting on a spectacular bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, HI Point Montara Lighthouse offers unique beachfront vacation rentals near Half Moon Bay, CA. Just 25 miles south of San Francisco along scenic Highway 1, this is the perfect coastal escape from the city or the suburbs. Our beautiful property, which includes a historic lighthouse, offers a variety of coastal vacation rentals for families and small or large groups. Wake up each morning to the sound of waves crashing on the shore, and spend your days relaxing at our on-site cove beach or exploring the charming nearby towns of Half Moon Bay and Pacifica. HI Point Montara Lighthouse is the ideal getaway for taking in the great outdoors. Bike past breathtaking scenery on the California Coastal Trail; visit local beaches perfect for surfing, swimming, kayaking, windsurfing, and birdwatching; or take a hike through nearby McNee Ranch State Park or Mori Point. In addition to individual dorm beds and private rooms for independent travelers, we offer a variety of room configurations for families and groups: Private Room Suites: 2 Room Suite (2 Double beds + 2 single Pullman beds), en-suite bath, mini fridge, and microwave (max 6 people in 4 beds). Please note, private room suites do not include kitchen access. The Surfside House: 3 Bedrooms (1 twin bunk and 1 double bed; 3 sets of twin bunks with en-suite bath; 3 sets of twin bunks) with hallway bathroom, full kitchen, dining area, living room. (max 16 people in 15 beds) The Sea Lodge: 4 bedrooms (2 sets of twin bunks and one twin bed with en-suite bath; 1 twin bed bunked over 1 king bed; 3 sets of twin bunks; 2 sets of twin bunks) with hallway bathroom, full kitchen, dining area, and living room with pellet stove. (max 18 people in 17 beds)

Reviews

4.089 reviews

J H.

6/12/2025

Great non-profit hostel. The grounds are so beautiful, and the scenery is sublime. The staff was helpful, and love the kitchen (bring your own food) and common areas with games. A few small...

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Jon T.

9/15/2023

I was going to chalk my experience up to just a grumpy old lady but after chatting with another group who went in after us I'm going to change that to grumpy old racist lady I proposed to my...

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Money A.

10/6/2024

Cool experience fo stay here. Close to the water, can hear it while sleeping. Cafe on site which served Tiger Spice.

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Mae-Elisa S.

2/23/2019

Such a beautiful place to stay. I'm here in February with my choir group and we stayed just for 2 days-1 night. I think we got lucky with the weather because the skies were clear and it was also...

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Erik W.

2/27/2018

I will never forget this place. We stayed here on our very last night in the Bay Area. Incredible way to end our vacation. Views that rival that of any 5 star ocean side hotel but at a fraction of...

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