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U Street Capsule Hostel

2.0 star property

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, wall-mounted vanity, and geometric patterned walls.
Relax in comfort with leather chairs and enjoy refreshments at this casual café, offering entertainment and a variety of treats.
Relax in this stylish room with a bench, couch, and counter with stools, surrounded by exposed brick walls and large windows.
Relax in a cozy atmosphere with a brick wall, comfortable seating, and a coffee machine.
Relax in the shaded outdoor seating area, complete with a table and chairs, perfect for dining or socializing.

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1931 13th St NW, Washington, DC, 20009
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • White House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • National Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom, City View

Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom, City View

Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom, City View

  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for 1 Horizontal Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (14 Beds), Mixed Dorm

1 Horizontal Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (14 Beds), Mixed Dorm

1 Horizontal Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (14 Beds), Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Male Only

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Male Only

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Male Only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (6 Beds), Mixed Dorm, Balcony

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (6 Beds), Mixed Dorm, Balcony

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (6 Beds), Mixed Dorm, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Female Only

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Female Only

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Female Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (18 Beds), Female Dorm, Balcony

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (18 Beds), Female Dorm, Balcony

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (18 Beds), Female Dorm, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (6 Beds), Mixed Dorm

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (6 Beds), Mixed Dorm

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, City View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, City View

  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Washington

A stay at U Street Capsule Hostel places you in the heart of Washington, within a 5-minute drive of Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Capital One Arena. .This hostel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from White House and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Smithsonian Institution.
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What's nearby

  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Capital One Arena - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • White House - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • National Mall - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • U Street Station - 1 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 14 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ben's Chili Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Solly's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Busboys and Poets - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sudhouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

U Street Capsule Hostel

Hostel with a coffee shop, near Walter E. Washington Convention Center
U Street Capsule Hostel offers 62 air-conditioned accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down comforters. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 62 individually decorated guestrooms. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area. Additional features at this hostel include tour/ticket assistance and bike storage.
Enjoy a meal at Brew On U or snacks in the hostel's coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage.
Brew On U - Onsite café.

Languages

English, French, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Brew On U

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 1:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Goki travel mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

U Street Hostel Washington
U Street Hostel Washington
U Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
U Street Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Washington

U Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 464 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 464 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 464 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 464 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 464 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Annie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good basic option in pretty historic area

I stayed here for five nights. I preregistered at home and access to the front door and my dorm worked well with the app the entire time. The capsule is a good size although people over six feet might like a few more inches. The capsules appear fancy in the photos but the features are standard - several lights, a mirror, two usb ports, two hooks, and a small table. There is no standard plug so be sure to bring plenty of charging options including a single to multiple usb charger. There is a roll down blind for complete privacy. On each floor, there are several private toilets that lock and a set of public sinks. Showers are in the basement but there is no lock on the main door. Individual showers are divided by curtains not locked doors. Bring your soap/shampoo as the provided containers might be empty. There are hair dryers. There are tables for eating in the front entrance. The decor is a little worn, a little musty, but everything is generally fine. The neighbourhood is historic and feels safe enough. Lots of restaurants nearby, trader Joes nearby, metro around the corner.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Pods, water filling stations, cafe seating and location were quite handy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Srinivasa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Elvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Therron

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
You definitely get what you pay for… customer service was awful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Porntummarot

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property it’s good the only problem I had is the capsule was very hot as soon as I close it. The area it’s great a lot of places to go and very lively at night… for a low budget trip was amazing..!!! Thank you so much..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bijan

Liked: Cleanliness
Forgot a towel for shower
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therron

Liked: Amenities
Wow, slept like a happy baby! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ARLYN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk was very helpful. location was great and near train. everything was easy access.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward, Norristown

Liked: Cleanliness
This place isn't bad, it's just not for me. If you're in your 20's and you're trying to save money and travel; this is the place for you. But as someone approaching 50, this place was not right for me. It was very clean, located in a nice area and literally 50 yards from a Metro stop (U St). Never saw staff because it's pretty much completely automated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shaquib, ELMHURST

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dina

Disliked: Amenities
I thought there would be outside tables, chairs and a balcony. The “ balcony “ is in another room and doesn’t feel very safe. It’s uneven and feels as if it’s going to collapse soon. I did see some outside furniture just tossed to the side of the front. I don’t know why these weren’t setup. There is a community garden behind the hostel, which is nice. I’ve stayed in a lot of hostels, from NC, to Colorado and California. This place has a ton of potential. It’s in a good area, convenient to landmarks, etc. I feel the staff could have been a little friendly. The lady at the front seemed overwhelmed, and frustrated. I felt as if I was in her way, just asking normal questions. And, idk if it was my age or if she does this for everyone, but I know how to use a digital key, and it felt a bit awkward with her walking me outside to demonstrate the key? Idk. Kind of embarrassing. I really love the building and setup. Hopefully, the staff could present more professional and friendly in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
unique lobby, loved it being connected to coffee shop, ideal for solo travelers!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay. The staff were great. I enjoyed the coffee shop on site.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Biondee

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pod's fans did not work, it was a bit stuffy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff ghetto and unprofessional
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hemang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place for a short stay, could do with a bit of an update and deeper cleaning but nothing major.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at U Street Hostel for the second time, and it never fails to be a great accommodation for shorter stays. The cafe is perfect for early morning starts and there's ample space to work on the first floor. Will definitely book again when I come back to DC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was good until they forgot to assign me to my room when in fact I already booked one month ago. On the other hand, they were able to fix it and gave me the private room for a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I stayed at this hostel for the Cherry Blossom Festival at the end of March 2025. I was there for two nights on the first floor in Room 102. This hostel has some perks: a lobby coffee shop with charging options, a convenient location near U Street Metro (green line), and Walgreens. The capsules feature 5" firm mattresses, privacy screens, USB ports (though only one worked), and are roomy enough for someone 6'3". Bathrooms include gender-separated showers, soap, hairdryers, and extras like mouthwash and Q-tips. However, there are significant downsides: unhelpful and inattentive staff, lax security with unattended and an unlocked front desk computer, and a public coffee shop lobby doubling as luggage storage (with only a camera as the security). Capsules, though spacious, were stiflingly hot, and lockers were tricky to use at first. Overall, the lack of friendliness, security, and consistency in addressing issues raised in reviews suggests this place has room for improvement—I wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cristian

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable and great host communication. Only complaint is that the sleeping pods don’t have working outlet to charge my phone, or at least mine wasn’t working. Otherwise, great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025