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.
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
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
This property enforces quiet hours from midnight to 7:00 AM
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. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between midnight and 7:00 AM.
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
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Excellwnt location ,a minute frm
the metro underground. A Creap shop
is on the corner (nutella and bannana) . Super extra cleam, gracious other guests. Super quite and reapectful. I highly reccomend . Download their app for questions and access. Excellent Security
gregory
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
29 Jun 2025
Good location, coffee shop in site is good. rooms are small and a bit crowed. The showers are in different floor so you have to take the elevators two or three floor to shower, it is not convenient at all!.
Its ok to say for one day but not very comfortable more than that.
I got there late and was tired I tried to get checked in and no one was available fell asleep in the couch woke up hour later and was so tired I fell asleep in the basement where finally they thought I was trespassing and came and saw I had a reservation and finally checked me in my room 4 hours after I arrived at front desk
Wish every pod had a/c but overall it’s a really good deal
Seth
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Xiaohang
11 Jun 2025
Xiaohang
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
David
Business traveller
11 Jun 2025
Over all was a nice place, but the restroom area is literally infront of the front desk, where everyone can hear you, the showers are dirty and public and the noise inside the building is a lot, I end up paying another hotel.
I was rather surprised with the layout of the room and the space in general. The cafe in the lobby was particularly nice. I'd stay here again when I'm in D.C.
Amazing location on U Street next to the Greenbelt and Yellowbelt train.
The pods are clean, the showers are clean and the bathrooms are clean. All a thumbs up from me!
Will def be going back as when I’m in DC, I only am in my room when I’m sleeping! So why not do a pod!
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.