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U Street Capsule Hostel

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A red brick building with a staircase leading to an entrance.
A modern interior with a hexagonal tile floor, a brick accent wall, and a coffee bar with a chalkboard menu.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $117
$101 nightly
$117 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

Explore the area

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1931 13th St NW, Washington, DC, 20009
  • Place, Lincoln Theater
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Capital One Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with bunk beds, a balcony with chairs, and a view of buildings outside.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A room with a bed, a mirror, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A room with a bed, a control panel, and a window.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A hotel room with a bunk bed, a control panel, and a small bathroom area with a toilet and sink.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 84 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A room with a bed, a window, and a control panel with a blue light.

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

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

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

A row of four spa-like chambers with individual controls, each with a digital display and a footrest.

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

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden table, and a cup with a straw.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

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

  • City view
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a control panel, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.

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

  • 904 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, City View

  • City view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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 Smithsonian National Postal Museum. .This hostel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Capital One Arena and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from National Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Lincoln Theater - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Howard University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Smithsonian National Postal Museum - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • U Street Station - 1 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 15 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ben's Chili Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kiki - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Thurst Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Solly's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ted's Bulletin - ‬5 min walk

About this property

U Street Capsule Hostel

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. Open daily.

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

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Renovated entire property - January 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • 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
  • Mobile key entry
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
This property enforces quiet hours from midnight to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 642 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location (literally at a metro stop!) Great staff and my room was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it. Staff were so nice and everyone was so chill
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean is room and comfortable | Staff are nice and friendly | Air conditioning is great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All you can want (quiet clean place to stay at a great place) and more (pizza night, beer night, laundry, blow drier and ironing board). Great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location for commuters to DC attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Convenient, clean and well priced. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
If you're planning to use the metro, this is a fabulous location! Staff are lovely, the Caramel Fay at the coffee shop is the best coffee I've ever had!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a hosten in a nice and convenient neighborhood (near Metro). The beds were good, clean and comfortable. However the showers are quite run down, and not the cleanest. However, given the price what you normally would pay in DC. It's still a good deal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a private room. The bunk beds were so comfy; I loved the super soft duvets!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was much nicer than I expected. It was very clean and had very a very comfortable duvet. I appreciated how close it was to everything and the coffee shop at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and service. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and great for a quick stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super lovely and sweet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very poorly operated
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was decent
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the ladies staying in the same room, very nice and fun. I get to meet wonderful people each time I stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mixed reviews did make me worry about this place but honestly I had no issues, the place was always clean and tidy, the location was excellent and people were so friendly. It was my first hostel experience so I was a little worried but the pods are fab! I would totally recommend this place to people. The only thing is the front desk isn't manned all the time so this can make things difficult for those checking in
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not the cleanest property and realistically when booking a place like this that’s the most important factor, I booked this since it was comfortably the cheapest place available to stay in DC but the expectation is still for cleanliness. Stained bedsheets & towels, at least the showers were clean & cleaned daily but they were let down by a fly infestation, overall could’ve been a lot better but comparably price wise it wasn’t terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really like the idea of it. For a solo traveler perfect. Capsule is not to small, u have enough space. I’m 19 years old and I felt totally safe and welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was super nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was everything I expected and more
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe, and quiet. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025