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U Street Capsule Hostel

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Interior
Garden
Lobby lounge
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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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

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Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom, City View | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

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

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

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

Shared Dormitory

  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

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 Single Beds

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1 Horizontal Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (14 Beds), Mixed Dorm | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

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 Single Bed

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1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Male Only | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

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

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

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1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (6 Beds), Mixed Dorm, Balcony | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

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 Single Bed

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1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Female Only | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

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 Single Bed

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1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (18 Beds), Female Dorm, Balcony | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

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 Single Bed

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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 Single Bed

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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 Single Beds

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About this property

U Street Capsule Hostel

Hostel with a coffee shop/cafe, near Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, this smoke-free hostel has coffee/tea in a common area and a microwave in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a fridge in a common area, laundry facilities and express check-in. Housekeeping is available on request.
U Street Capsule Hostel offers 62 air-conditioned accommodations, with blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Hypo-allergenic bedding, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at U Street Capsule Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lincoln Theater. Free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy a bite to eat at the café
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a lift and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Walter E. Washington Convention Center and a few minutes from Capital One Arena
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. U Street Capsule Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. A complete renovation of U Street Capsule Hostel was completed in January 2022.

This Washington hostel is smoke free.

Brew On U – On-site 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. 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.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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. 249 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 469 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

Pieter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Amazing staff, clean, and convenient( subway right there). Everything you need at the perfect price Con: AC was a little weak. They have it at like 72 but in the pods it’s really 75-77. This is just a little too warm for me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jiarui

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, bad smell
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, good neighborhood, responsive staff. Overall good experience. Do remember to lock up valuables or personal stuff.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The coffee shop was great to have right there next to where you slept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very hipster
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really wanted to like this place but could not get in the building for the life of me. This is a good spot if you have flexibility in your days to go in person to check in during the two three hour periods that staff is at the location. I did not and despite calling a ton and trying to use the remote checkin app it never worked to let me get in the building. I called the desk and checked in with them on the phone when I wasn’t able to be there in person from 6-10pm. They were really helpful and send me to the info to later get in the building. When I finally got back I found that the code I was given still did not work to get me inside. This was a really really frustrating experience and I felt like I spent half my day just trying to make this work. I booked last min which is probably part of the issue but I just can’t suggest this to anyone. The space itself was nice once I finally got in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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