About

Small friendly hostel located in Washington DC. Located in the popular, safe neighborhood of Adams Morgan we are surrounded by ethnic restaurants and nightclubs.

Easy to get to the White House and other major sites by Metro, bus or walking. The hostel has a kitchen so you can cook. There is internet access, cable tv in the common room, lockers, no curfew, you have your own key to come & go. We provide a free breakfast of juice, milk, bread, jam & tea. The hostel does have air conditioning. If you want to check us out through a independent reference you can find the hostel listed in the two well know Travel Guide Books ' Lonely Planet ' and ' Lets Go USA'
Happy Travels and Adventures.
Please note that the hostel does not allow children.

Reception open from 8 am to 11 pm

**Please note we operate a 48 hour cancellation policy

Located in safe area
FREE pick-up from Greyhound and Amtrak
Close to the White House, FBI, Smithsonian & US Capitol
Convenient to bus & Metro
Close to bars & clubs
Kitchen Facilities
No curfew - 24 hour access
Air-conditioning
Cable TV & Lockers
Check-in 8:00 AM to 11 PM
Free Parking for first night
(Customer will receive parking pass, security deposit of $100 is required for this and will be returned on departure)

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House Rules

Check In

12:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Fridge/Freezer
  • Utensils
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Reviews

5.7(1577)
  • Value for Money
    5.3
  • Security
    6.0
  • Atmosphere
    4.7
  • Cleanliness
    4.9
  • Staff
    6.4
  • Location
    7.6
  • Facilities
    4.9
Summary of traveller reviews

Washington Capitol Hostel offers a central location with easy access to transport and vibrant nightlife. While some guests find it basic and dated, it's a budget-friendly option. Recent reviews highlight concerns about cleanliness and pests, with some guests experiencing issues with staff and security.

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Stayed in Oct 2026
3.7
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Arlette
Female, 31-40, USA
This hostel has potential because of its great location, but many improvements are needed. The kitchen was extremely dirty, and I had to clean everything before using it. The breakfast was only bread, peanut butter, and whole milk—no coffee or tea. The bathrooms were filthy, especially the upstairs bathroom near room 5. Some guests were nice, while others created a strange vibe. I’m glad I only stayed two nights, but I will not be returning.
Stayed in Oct 2026
2.0
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Ava
Female, 18-24, Australia
I did not check in. To enter the property you must walk through a cannabis shop, once I entered the actual hostel there was no one there. I walked around the hostel for 20 minutes and found no staff and no one to help check me in. The place did not appear safe so I left to find another hostel.
Stayed in Sept 2026
10
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Jerry
Male, 31-40, USA
This is a very nice place to stay. Convenient location, close to grocery stores and bus lines. I’d recommend this as a very good value.
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Location

2451 18th Street NW, DC 20009, Washington DC, USA
1.7km from city centre