U Street Capsule Hostel

City-center hostel within easy reach of Walter E. Washington Convention Center

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When you stay at U Street Capsule Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Capital One Arena. Also, National Mall and Smithsonian National Postal Museum are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and walkable location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: U Street Station is steps away and Shaw Station is 10 minutes.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
CA $114
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

Room options

Showing 13 of 13 rooms
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A hotel room with bunk beds, a balcony with chairs, and a view of buildings outside.
A narrow, dimly lit room with a bed, pillows, and a small table with a device.
A balcony with a glass door, a view of the street below, and a building with a brick facade.

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

Very good
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A room with a bed, a mirror, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A narrow, dimly lit room with a bed, pillows, and a small table with a device.
A modern bathroom with a unique geometric design, multiple sinks, and lockers.

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

Wonderful
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A room with a bed, a control panel, and a window.
A narrow, dimly lit room with a bed, pillows, and a small table with a device.
A room with a bed, a window, and a control panel.

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

Very good
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A hotel room with a bunk bed, a control panel, and a small bathroom area with a toilet and sink.
A narrow, dimly lit room with a bed, pillows, and a small table with a device.
A row of massage therapy rooms with individual controls and a control panel.

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

Very good
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A room with a bed, a window, and a control panel with a blue light.
A narrow, dimly lit room with a bed, pillows, and a small table with a device.
A row of massage chairs with blue lighting, a small ladder, and a trash bin.

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

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A row of four spa-like chambers with individual controls, each with a digital display and a footrest.
A narrow, dimly lit room with a bed, pillows, and a small table with a device.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror, and tiled walls.

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

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden table, and a cup with a straw.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a towel rack with a pink towel, and a bed with white bedding in the adjacent room.

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

Very good
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.
A bunk bed in a room with a brick wall and a window.

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

  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
A small, clean restroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a floor-mounted bidet.
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a control panel, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a toilet and sink.
A narrow, dimly lit room with a bed, pillows, and a small table with a device.
A row of massage therapy rooms with individual controls and a control panel.

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

  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
A bathroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a grab bar.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.
A bathroom with a toilet, a hand dryer, and a grab bar.
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, City View

  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
A bunk bed room with a ladder, a window, and a brick wall.
A bunk bed room with a white bench and a framed picture on the wall.
A room with bunk beds, each with a pillow and a blanket.
A bunk bed room with a ladder, a window, and a brick wall.

Large Private Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
A conference room with a glass table and chairs, a brick wall, and doors numbered 205 and 206.
A futuristic room with a hexagonal light panel, a bed with a white textured blanket, and a small round table with a cup.
A bunk bed with a control panel, a small window, and a number sign.
A conference room with a glass table and chairs, a brick wall, and doors numbered 205 and 206.

Bed In 16 Vertical Pod Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
A compact room with a bed, a small table, and a bench. There are numbered storage compartments and a brick wall.
A room with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a chair.
A balcony with a metal railing, a glass door, and a view of neighboring buildings.
A compact room with a bed, a small table, and a bench. There are numbered storage compartments and a brick wall.

Bed In 6 Pod Mixed Dorm With Balcony

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
1931 13th St NW, Washington, DC, 20009

What's nearby

  • Lincoln Theater - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Howard University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Smithsonian National Postal Museum - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Capital One Arena - 6 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 23 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 31 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 38 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 39 min drive
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 46 min drive
  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 54 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 58 min drive
  • New Carrollton Station - 15 min drive
  • Alexandria Station - 17 min drive
  • Washington Union Station - 18 min drive
  • U Street Station - 1 min walk
  • Shaw Station - 10 min walk
  • Columbia Heights Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Ted's Bulletin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ben's Chili Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell Cantina - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Solly's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Busboys and Poets - ‬4 min walk

About this property

U Street Capsule Hostel

  • When you stay at U Street Capsule Hostel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Capital One Arena. Also, National Mall and Smithsonian National Postal Museum are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and walkable location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: U Street Station is steps away and Shaw Station is 10 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 62 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Bicycle parking
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water dispenser

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Brew On U - Onsite café. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does U Street Capsule Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, U Street Capsule Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at U Street Capsule Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at U Street Capsule Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at U Street Capsule Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at U Street Capsule Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at U Street Capsule Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at U Street Capsule Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. U Street Capsule Hostel also has a garden.

What's the area around U Street Capsule Hostel like?

U Street Capsule Hostel is in Northwest, a short 1-minute walk from U Street Station and 18 minutes' walk from Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Travelers recommend the hostel for its walkable location.

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U Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site cafe offers plenty of options for meeting new people and the surrounding area has many good restaurants and bars. (9 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Love it. Staff were so nice and everyone was so chill
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10/10 Exceptional

It's perfect for me. Smaill room with a bathroom and a shower is all I need. In common area a fridge and a microwave and a table with chairs. The staff is great. Thank you very much. Caroline, for all your help.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Convenient, clean and well priced. Would stay here again.
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8/10 Very good

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.
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8/10 Very good

After getting to the property, I noticed multiple notices about checking in online and downloading an app to access the doors. Fortunately an app was not absolutely required, as my phone was dead. They can provide a manual code to get get in. The guy checking me in was very polite and helpful. The capsule could definitely use more plugins; there are only 2 (different) types of USB plugs. If one is not working and you don't have the other kind, then good luck getting charged up ! The Free Pizza Thursday was also an unexpected touch. I spent the entire day traveling, and it was a great relief to finally arrive, and have access to everything I needed. It was a little tricky to find the place, though. Signage isn't easily visible at night, and the place appears to be a coffee shop at first glance. Overall, good value. Would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was super lovely and sweet
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10/10 Exceptional

Really liked the ladies staying in the same room, very nice and fun. I get to meet wonderful people each time I stay there.
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10/10 Exceptional

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and great for a quick stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Great price and location
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was super nice and clean
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, safe, and quiet. Would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything is on the list of items as air conditioning or showering situation is amazing. Staffs are very friendly and helpful as lot that I am pleasure for the help once a while.
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10/10 Exceptional

The capsules are being upgraded and now have lockable doors instead of curtains, and charging stations / outlets that work well! Plus, lockers are now also accessible via the Goku app. Staff was helpful as always. Even better experience than I've had in the past.
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8/10 Very good

The room was nice and came with a balcony. The staff were very nice. Check-in and check-out were super easy (done via an app).
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10/10 Exceptional

The coffee shop was great to have right there next to where you slept.
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8/10 Very good

I liked its proximity to Washington DC downtown
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10/10 Exceptional

Caroline was most gracious & helpful, particularly on arrival. As the elevator was broken, she took my bags up to the 3rd floor, which was great as I am recovering from a fractured arm. The woman barista this morning was pleasant. The staff really made my stay very good!
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8/10 Very good

Highly recommend! For a short stay this place is perfect. Great surroundings, dining options, staff, transportation, and helpful staff. The place had great amenities and staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Quite stay, comfortable bed
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8/10 Very good

I enjoyed my stay. The staff were great. I enjoyed the coffee shop on site.
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10/10 Exceptional

My stag was quiet, and the staff was kind and helpful. It was nice having coffee right downstairs, and the hostel is within walking distance of pretty much anything you might want. Their website mentions parking is tricky, street parking it $60+ a night, but I parked overnight at a garage about two blocks away for $20/night. I will stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed overnight for a concert! Everything was clean and comfortable. Staff was helpful and I was able to leave my bags there for the few hours before my train arrived!