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U Street Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1931 13th St NW, Washington, DC, 20009
  • Howard University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Smithsonian's National Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

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

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

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1 Vertical Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (14 Beds), Mixed Dorm | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

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

  • 904 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Single Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

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

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

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

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

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

  • 84 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 Single Capsule Bed in Shared Dorm (8 Beds), Male Only | View from room

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

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

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

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

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

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

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

Northwest stay.Your stay at this Northwest hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Walter E. Washington Convention Center and White House. Smithsonian Institution and Capital One Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

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

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 near Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. U Street Hostel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. A complete renovation of U Street Hostel was completed in January 2022.

This Washington hostel is smoke free.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
U Street 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.

Languages

English, French, Russian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

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

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
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 and smart lock details; 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, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, mobile payments, Alipay, Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is U Street Hostel to the airport?

U Street Hostel is 6 mi (9-min drive) away from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Feb 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at U Street Hostel on Mar 4, 2025 start from $98.32, 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.

Does U Street Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at U Street Hostel.

Does U Street Hostel offer free breakfast?

U Street Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at U Street Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but MGM National Harbor Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at U Street Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at U Street Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does U Street Hostel have a pool?

U Street Hostel does not have a pool.

Does U Street Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is U Street Hostel to downtown Washington?

U Street Hostel is 1 mi away from Washington.

U Street Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 365 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerri D

Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mokshada

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cléo

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

10/10 Excellent

Sherly

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

8/10 Good

Hollisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hospitable crew! Down to earth and intricate!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is great if you just need somewhere to crash during your trip, it's right outside of the metro, and close to a lot of landmarks & shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, quiet, easy to shower, use toilets. All in all great accommodations for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chang

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Bensalem

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

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

10/10 Excellent

Austin

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

8/10 Good

Kevin D

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

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved the experience of sleeping in a capsule, it was nice i’m absolutely coming back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Room comfort
Nice hostel experience
Really liked the pods for comfort and privacy. It felt much more secure than typical bunk bed hostels.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very welcoming. Clean and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was really shocked, especially for the price of this place. It was really great staff was great never done bunking before this, and I was pleasantly surprised
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

luis

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Munisakhon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wasn’t able to fly to DC because of the hurricane in Tampa all the flights were canceled and I tried to cancel the reservation but the property would never answer I’ve been calling them for several days now!!!!! Awful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024