U Street Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a coffee shop, near Walter E. Washington Convention Center

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Reception
Garden
Interior
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1931 13th St NW, Washington, DC, 20009
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Capital One Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • White House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

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

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

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

  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

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

  • 84 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, City View

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

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Northwest within a mile (2 km) of Walter E. Washington Convention Center, U Street Hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as White House. This 62-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • National Mall - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • White House - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • U Street Station - 1 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 14 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ben's Chili Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Solly's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alero Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Busboys and Poets - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

U Street Hostel

Hostel with a coffee shop, near Walter E. Washington Convention Center
U Street Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Climb into a memory foam bed with a down comforter. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, Russian

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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
  • 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 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 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
Checking in and out are easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at U Street Hostel?

U Street Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at U Street Hostel?

As of Apr 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at U Street Hostel on May 4, 2025 start from $116.14, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to U Street Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Northwest within a short 19-minute walk of Embassy Row and also 20 minutes on foot from Dupont Circle. You'll also find Smithsonian's National Zoo and Capital One Arena within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at U Street Hostel?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does U Street Hostel include a casino?

No, U Street Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at U Street Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is U Street Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress as well as a café and a garden.

Does U Street Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does U Street Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, U Street Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does U Street Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at U Street Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Does U Street Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to U Street Hostel?

The closest major airport to U Street Hostel is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 6 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 12 mi away (36-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at U Street Hostel?

Yes, some rooms at U Street Hostel offer a balcony and may feature city views.

U Street Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 417 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 417 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 417 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 417 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 417 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William, Winter Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
U Street Hostel is the place to stay! The staff is AMAZING, having the GOKI app to communicate and check-in is perfection, and a special shoutout to Ty at the front desk! This is the second time I've stayed and it's the perfect location, at the perfect price, with perfect cleanliness, and overall AWESOME!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

My stay here was amazing 😍😍😍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not bad

Check in was a little complicated. There's afternoon hours where there is no front desk person. I had to pay for my room still so I couldn't check in until I did. Trying to pay through their app was horrible bc the agent was taking 15-20 minutes to reply to each message. Luckily a front desk person showed up and helped me with my payment. I got in the room and didn't know I had to use a specific pod. I just took one that seemed unused and reset. They told me later I took someone else's pod, we ended up just switching. Just make sure you get your room number and pod number to avoid the confusion. It was comfortable in the pod. The chargers in there didn't work. Also, you aren't allowed to bring food or drink in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
five stars
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Zoe

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall, I had a good stay. The USB outlet in my capsule didn't work, but the staff was very friendly and helpful! I will be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conner

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aziz, Morgantown

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Anh

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Great hostel!!! Super clean and fresh. Lovely common areas and easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Weijun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
just by the metro, mostly self service through steps on the phone as they have limited office hours
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely cute place. Pod was super clean, rooms are busy with 18 but so quiet.. the individual vents and slight hum blocks the noise. The electric lockers are a bit of a pain but the staff is super helpful. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Matti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to try it out and stay here, and it was just a super nice experience. A very comfortable sleep, an awesome location with the metro station literally right there, and the most chill cafe/lobby vibes.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasemine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Go stay here

It was the best experience. Everyone was very friendly n helpful. Extremely prompt to request I enjoyed having dinner in my Quiet capsule watching movies on my tablet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Pedro claver nsue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice and clean hostel. I took the option of using the capsule and felt safe. Unlike other capsule hostels your atual capsule doesnt lock. It instead had a pull don curtain where you head / feet are depedning on how you sleep but the capsule are all in a locked room so you feel safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone, Broomfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff , facility was clean, and the Metro was close !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antonios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024