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I Street Capsule Hostel

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within walking distance of Capital One Arena

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I Street Capsule Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, National Mall and Union Station Shopping Center are within a 15-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Gallery Place Chinatown Station is 5 minutes and 7th St. Convention Center Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Communal living room
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hair dryer
The current price is $124
$143 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25

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Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed Spacious

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Male Only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 6 Capsule Cabin Male Only

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Private Double Capsule Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Private Double Capsule Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
512 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20001

What's nearby

  • Capital One Arena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • CityCenterDC - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 30 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 31 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 39 min drive
  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 39 min drive
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 45 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 51 min drive
  • New Carrollton Station - 13 min drive
  • Washington Union Station - 16 min walk
  • Lanham Seabrook Station - 17 min drive
  • Gallery Place Chinatown Station - 5 min walk
  • 7th St. Convention Center Station - 8 min walk
  • Judiciary Square Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Founding Farmers & Distillers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wok and Roll - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crimson View - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Colombe Coffee Roasters - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kura Revolving Sushi Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

I Street Capsule Hostel

I Street Capsule Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, National Mall and Union Station Shopping Center are within a 15-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Gallery Place Chinatown Station is 5 minutes and 7th St. Convention Center Station is 8 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 74 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

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

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 2:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 6 stairs to reach property
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Electronic bidet
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Waffle maker
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island

More

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

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

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 511325000002

Also known as

I Capsule Hostel Washington
I Street Capsule Hostel Washington
I Street Capsule Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at I Street Capsule Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at I Street Capsule Hostel?

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

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

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

Is there an onsite casino at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

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

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

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

I Street Capsule Hostel is in Downtown Washington D.C., a short 5-minute walk from Gallery Place Chinatown Station and 7 minutes' walk from Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

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Reviews

I Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was cooked to order and included eggs, sausage, and pancakes. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable bed w/privacy. Warm breakfast. Great helpful friendly staff. Great location.
Great location! Digital access via phone to front door, room door and locker-super convenient!
Bunk bed with next level privacy!
Comfortable bed & pillow!! Locked drawer below to store valuables, etc.
Outlets, capsule lights and shelf - super convenient!! Best in all hostels I've stayed at!
Eunice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I am an early riser. Breakfast is made at 8:30, but there was always someone around to help with coffee.
lynette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean and convenient for a short stay
Tejas Yogesh, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Awesome capsules though fan control inside would be nice as it got a little hot and stuffy. Bidets are nice but nothing to wipe the wet after or to clean the seat if needed. Awesome free breakfast. Great value for right downtown.
Tiran, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was great. The group running it were great, very friendly and helpful. Great place for a minimalistic get away.
Josh, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay downtown for cheap for a weekend. Someone took the AC remote so the room was a tad hot throughout the night and there's limited air flow in the capsules. Breakfast is great, just can take a long time to get. Toilet paper is needed even if there are bidets.
Tiran, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome property and good staff. I love the pancakes and eggs!
Oluwatosin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Nobin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was my first hostel capsule experience and it was great. Will come back again!
Bruce, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff are very friendly. Good breakfast.
Jing, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice service and great accommodation.
Eswar Aravind Swamy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent area in the middle of chinatown with clean sheets and friendly staff, wasn’t there long enough to take advantage of breakfast, but would love to stay again!
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Community
Veronica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were very clean. The property appears new,
Anurag, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable stay in DC. It will be great Once they get all the capsules installed. Service was top notch.
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, very accommodating, great amenities, I slept great. The staff cooked a good breakfast and I had a good time! Highly recommended I'll be back.
Roderick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, no capsules/secluded privacy; only bunk beds however facility well maintained comfy bed and linens.
Marshawna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So good of staying at this hostel.Everything is perfect!
Jie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location
samuel, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The location is great, and the place is generally fine for a weekend stay. The room was decent, and I really like the idea of capsules since they offer more privacy. However, as others have mentioned, the place feels a bit unfinished, and there are quite a few small issues. For example, the airflow in the capsules is limited, so they get very hot when you close them. There are also no clear signs indicating which bed number is the top or bottom bunk — I spent a long time looking and eventually just picked one. The linens and towels could use an update; they weren’t exactly dirty, but they had spots and blemishes that clearly hadn’t washed out. I also want to point out that there is no toilet paper, only a bidet. Personally, that’s not my preference, and I would have liked to know that before booking. In general, the place felt a bit messy, especially the living room and kitchen, which looked and felt more like someone’s personal home. Overall, it really depends on what kind of hostel experience you’re after. If you prefer a homey place where guests seem to stay for a long time and know each other, this could be a good fit. If you’re looking for something more private and polished, I wouldn’t recommend it.
Katrine Skov, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was decent and my capsule was comfortable and clean, but my roommates were a bit of a downer. They must have been mole people or something because they insisted on drawing the blackout curtains during daylight and turning the air conditioning to maximum cold all day and night. The hostel seems unfinished in many ways, with a lot of details half-completed. I saw a previous review that said this will be a nice place when the construction is completed, but there isn't any active work going on. That said, I have to give a shoutout to the staff, who all were super nice, helpful in many ways, and friendly. Free breakfast was an added bonus! Hostel is close to Metro, and the Capitol Mall is a walkable distance to see all the sights and museums.
Peter, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was in the process of renovating. Even with construction going on, it was still a beautiful place to stay. The modern amenities are more in line with a chic 5-star hotel than a stereotypical hostel. The stay included breakfast which was cooked to order...amazing!
Felicia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was fine
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything good
Juan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Solid
Lucas, 1-night trip