The Rumi Hostel

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Living area
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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820 S Oxford Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90005
  • Place, Koreatown Plaza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wiltern Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Larchmont Boulevard
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Los Angeles, CA (LAX-Los Angeles Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Men only

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only (G2)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (K Mixed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Premium Shared Dormitory, Women only, Balcony

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Balcony

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed In Comfort Shared Dormitory, Men Only, Non Smoking, Courtyard Area (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Basic Shared Dormitory, Men Only (G2) (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Basic Shared Dormitory, Men Only (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (K Mixed) (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Premium Shared Dormitory, Women Only, Non Smoking, Balcony (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Bed In Female Basic Dormitory(D) (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women Only, Non Smoking, Balcony (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Bunk Bed In 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Male Dormitory Room (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Bed In 6 Beds Female Only Room (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In Bunk Bed In 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory (Mixed Gender)

  • Sleeps 1

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (K Mixed)

  • Sleeps 1

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Shared Dormitory, Men Only

  • Sleeps 1

Shared Dormitory, Men Only (G2)

  • Sleeps 1

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Bed In 6 Bed Female Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About this property

The Rumi Hostel

Hostel in Koreatown
This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and express check-out. Free self-serve breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a convenience store and a communal living room.
The Rumi Hostel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and toilets with an electronic bidet. This Los Angeles hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Los Angeles hostel also offers a convenience store, express check-out, and a communal living room.

The Rumi Hostel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 20 per person, per stay
  • Towels fee: USD 2 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Property is located within an airport and access is restricted to airport travelers only; flight boarding pass with passport must be presented upon check-in (visa may be required)
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Rumi Hostel Los Angeles
The Rumi Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Rumi Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Los Angeles

The Rumi Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 358 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

logan

Nice and close to shops
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jazzman

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jazzman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just go somewhere esle even though it is very chesp find another place this rumi hostel is not right everyone is rude and they barely spesk engish
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesse

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Lori

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The business was a great idea, but vetting personalies and the expectations that adults should act accordingly and understand that some people are in need of walkung around, going to the bathroom and changing their clothes to leave at any given time is a part of grown up life. It would help avoid childesh
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a good stay but there was no real breakfast. Just bread and peanut butter and nutella both days. One guy ate the entire thing of strawberries and made himself 4 sandwiches leaving no bread for the rest of us….rooms are cozy and private and the balcony was amazing for fresh air.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place is amazing, clean and close to wonderful places and train transportation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rene

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Your staff is either spying on me, while I'm in bed or allowing others on the property too. I'm sure you have cameras that can verify this. I'm very uncomfortable and feel unsafe. This is beyond words
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness
In general I love the Rumi. The location is excellent if you need access to public transportation, dining/grocery options, and K-town. One thing to be aware of - the hostel did not have front desk staff before 11:00 AM. If there was available staff, I did not see a method to contact them. If they were there - there was no way to know who they were. This is highly inconvenient in cases where you have questions, or need help. My recommendation is that during check-in, ask all of the questions you have at that time OR make sure to talk to staff when you see them which is generally after 11:00 AM.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elaine Cyrille

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service

Hostel - 6/10

The breakfast was simple but there were flies around the kitchen. Went inside the bedroom and fruit flies were hovering over my bottom bunk bed because the trash next to me was full! Bathroom were OK clean. The bathrooms need more hanging hooks or even a little mini table to put toiletries on there and hang towels (if need to). Most hostels I’ve stayed were pretty up kept but this one was probably a 6/10 - I don’t think I would recommend that it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyah Danae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i came here on a trip by myself and felt very comfortable walking around the area alone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Urooj

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, great price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajah

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vibes. Will book again:)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well rested for a low price. Clean and close to the bus lines
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

BOY BOY

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still haven’t got my deposit
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Yixiang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
overall acceptable, with the price you can't expect much.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wayne

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After I booked The Rumi Hostel I was notified in a email that they only accept international travelers, and they’re refusing to return my money. I informed them via email that I was a Disabled Veteran with vision impairment and did not see any disclaimer of them only welcoming international guests. But the email has went unanswered and even Expedia representatives also attempted to get The Rumi Hostel to refund my money with no success.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

M

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025