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Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

3.5 star property

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A restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a staircase.
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A hotel entrance with a sign reading "MOTTO" and a number "627" above the door.
A rooftop terrace with round tables, hanging plants, and a city view.
A modern conference room with large windows, a flat-screen TV, and a city view.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is $90
$78 nightly
$90 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29

Explore the area

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627 H Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001
  • Place, Capital One Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Smithsonian American Art Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(172 reviews)
  • City view
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a sliding door, a wooden wardrobe, and a small bedside table.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(211 reviews)
  • City view
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large window, a bed with a headboard, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with a view of buildings, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

Room, Accessible (Bunk Beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

Room (Bunk Beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A desk with a lamp, a chair, and a wall-mounted TV.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a flat-screen TV, a wooden shelf unit, and a sliding door leading to another room.

Room (Bunk Beds)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A desk with a lamp, a chair, and a wall-mounted TV.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a window view, a white sink with a yellow-tiled backsplash, and a mirror above it.

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a flat-screen TV, and a sliding door leading to a bathroom.

Room, 2 Twin Beds (3x3 Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Washington

With a stay at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown, you'll be centrally located in Washington, within a 5-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Walter E. Washington Convention Center and 0.6 mi (1 km) from National Mall.

What's nearby

  • Capital One Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • CityCenterDC - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gallery Place Chinatown Station - 3 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 17 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clyde's of Gallery Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jackpot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chopt Creative Salad Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yard House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown offers 245 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 245 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Crimson Commons, for dinner, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. To-go breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to noon and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and an elevator.
To-go breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 7:00 AM and noon and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Crimson Commons - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
Crimson View - This rooftop bar serves brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Crimson Whiskey Bar - This cocktail bar serves dinner and light fare. Open select days.
Crimson Coffee Bar - Onsite café. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25.95 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 10 to 25 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Crimson Coffee Bar
  • Crimson Commons
  • Crimson View
  • Crimson Whiskey Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

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

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 100.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25.95 per day (449 ft away)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

POD DC Hotel Washington
POD DC Hotel
POD DC
POD Hotel DC Washington
POD DC Washington
The POD DC
POD Hotel DC
POD DC
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Hotel
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Washington
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Hotel Washington

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1335 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 445 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 2037 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms but clean with friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

usha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M

Loved our stay here, the room size was just perfect for us and the food court beside the hotel was a big plus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so incredibly nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun and Nicely decorated for a lower cost hotel. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location. Well furnished room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty small rooms but can’t beat the location though
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very attentive staff; clean room and excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Staff is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our 2-day stay during March. Everything was seamless and staff at the hotel were awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Loved the rooftop with the music and food and drinks. Staff really helpful and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mr Denzel was the best!!! Clean, great staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it every time, that’s why I will continue to stay here very time. It’s always clean and the staff is so nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

NARCISO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room.room is just right very comfy. Staff are awesome and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JASMINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was nice and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness
All was amazing. Very clean, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, steps away from hockey a basketball arena
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay, the bar was the best. The staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms was very clean and well organized. The location was perfect for our trip. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful…will be my first choice when traveling there again….
Roof top bar with amazing view !!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in a micro room but the location and parking were fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a microhotel, so it's really small, but it wasn't a problem. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smaller rooms than expected but nice overall
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DARLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and just as described
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room, everything was clean and well maintained. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel! Great location across from the Gallery Place metro station, tasty cafe, and AMAZING bar downstairs. The room was small but cozy and the bed, bedding, and pillows were all SO comfortable. This was the perfect home base for a weekend of sightseeing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026