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Hostelling International - Washington DC Reviews

1009 11th Street, NW Washington, Washington DC, District of Columbia, USA

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87%Overall Rating

From 140 ratings
  • 84%Character
  • 89%Security
  • 92%Location
  • 89%Staff
  • 84%Atmosphere
  • 85%Cleanliness

The following reviews were submitted by customers who booked in the last 6 months.

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63%

I was very surprised (not pleasantly) to find WIFI not available on all floors - this seems like a basic need in a hostel. I was also pretty shocked that you had to pay to hold your bags for the day before departing. This hostel is not especially cheap for the facilities that you get so these extras are not appreciated. I was also told that there would be some options for breakfast for me as a celiac (gluten free). There weren't.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female, 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Gemma, Thank you for your review. We're sorry that you didn't have completely awesome experience staying with us. The idea with the WiFi in our common space is to allow for more of a community feel while you're here. We wish we could have free storage, like other amenities in the hostel but we don't own them and don't have the option. Sorry about breakfast as well, there is usually a fresh fruit option at the very least if you have certain dietary requirements. We hope despite your concerns that you'd stay with us again your next visit. Maybe you'll have a better time! Safe travels, Christina

87%

This is a good choice if you have limited budget. A little bit cold at night, and the heater is noisy.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Male, 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your review! We're sorry that it was a little cold for you and that the heater was noisy. We'll have our maintenance person look into that. Safe travels! ~ Christina

100%

Excellent!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Poland
  • Female, 25-30
  • (9 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Elzbieta: Thank you for your great review and really kind words! We're happy that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope you will stay with us again! Safe travels! ~Christina

83%

The best location in D.C, everything is walking distance

  • Avid Traveller
  • 05 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male, 25-30
  • (16 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for your great review Hung! We look forward to having you stay with us again. Safe travels! ~ Christina

87%

Awesome location and great atmosphere!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Austria
  • Male, 18-24
  • (2 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Victor, Thank you for your kind words, and great review! We look forward to having you stay with us again. Safe travels! ~ Christina

100%

This is really a nice hostel to stay for travellers and it even offers breakfast. I like the hostel and will definitely recommend it to my friend.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Male, 18-24
  • (2 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your kind words and glowing review! We look forward to you staying with us again in the future. Safe travels! ~Christina

100%

Just great, thanks so much! Really good location in town, and the rooms are clean and safe. The breakfast was really nice as well... a good chance to meet other travelers!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 13 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the awesome rating and you're welcome! I'm glad you had a great time. Safe travels! Antonio, HI-Washington DC

100%

I love this city also the hostel in this beautiful, If you just can choose one city for travelling in US, please definitely choose this city and live in this hostel. you will never regret it.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Male, 18-24
  • (3 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the excellent rating and recommendation! I'm happy you enjoyed our hostel and city! Visit us again soon! Safe travels! Antonio, HI-Washington DC

77%

Good location and very good heating. It could do with a bit more atmosphere and some bathrooms.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 03 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male, 25-30
  • (13 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the review. I'm glad you enjoyed our location and heating. I'll pass along your suggestions to the right people. Safe travels. Antonio, HI-Washington DC

100%

Amazing breakfast! I highly recommend!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Brazil
  • Male, 18-24
  • (3 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the perfect rating and recommendation! I'm glad that you enjoyed breakfast! Safe travels! Antonio, HI-Washington DC

90%

Great place to stay! helpful staff and nice neighborhood!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Argentina
  • Female, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


73%

Improve the wi-fi, please

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Belgium
  • Male, 31-40
  • (1 review)


97%

Love the atmosphere.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Male, 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

I'm sorry for delaying review my comments. I really enjoy staying in hostel. Staff and dormmates are so nice and so is the breakfast. If we can cook, that would be perfect experience. Becuase we can communicate and share food with internationals. I DO LOVE TO BE THERE AGAIN IF ONLY I GO TO DC. Everything is so great, especially the activities like georgetown, clubs. Thank you so much.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Female, 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

Great hostel experience..was on top floor(8) so hot water for shower is somewhat lacking,but aside from this is one of the best hostel experiences

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 41+
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the review! I'm sorry about the lack of hot water. I'll pass along your comment to our maintenance dept. Safe travels. Antonio, HI-Washington DC

93%

Loved this place! The staff were outstanding and the atmosphere excellent!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Northern Ireland
  • Female, 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the wonderful rating and kind words! I'm happy that you enjoyed your stay! Safe travels! Antonio, HI-Washington DC

80%

the guy who asked everybody at breakfast time after a good morning in their mother language was just great!! was a nice ritual befor breakfast! ;)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the great review! I'm glad that you enjoyed John's (the breakfast guy) ritual! Safe travels! Antonio, HI-Washington DC

90%

A great place, very well used. Friendly helpful staff. I would stay there again.

  • Globetrotter
  • 24 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male, 41+
  • (31 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the wonderful rating! I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay with us! Safe travels! Antonio, HI-Washington DC

100%

We appreciated the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff - and always enjoy meeting people from all over the world. The prices for the private room on the website seem high - unless there is a mistake $89 per person per room - which means if a couple shares a room for one night - it would cost about $180 - which seem quite steep - especially for hostel.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Couple, 41+
  • (1 review)


80%

Good location. There is no wifi in the rooms. Only lobby and kitchen. Staff was not so helpfull. I could not enjoy the end oh my trip because they didn't want to keep my luggage for 3hours. And they didn't want to show me a way to fix it.

Owner Comment (Show)
Thanks for the review. I'm glad that you liked our location. I'm sorry about the luggage situation. We offer luggage storage after checkout, in the basement, for $4.00. I hope this helps. Safe travels. Antonio, HI-Washington DC

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