The iconic, trend-setting Downtown Washington Hostel is still a 'Washington DC must' for travelers in the know.

With a downtown location conveniently situated in a hip mixed use district, Downtown Washington Hostel is surrounded by a plethora of shops, restaurants, bars and clubs.

Washington DC buzzes from early morning until late night. Travelers are connected via 2 nearby metro stations, 3 bus routes, and a bike share program just a block away!

At Downtown Washington Hostel we aim to provide you with comfortable, affordable, and fun accommodations where you can feel at ease and meet fellow budget travelers in a lively and relaxed environment. We provide a unique backpacker experience which offers great facilities including internet, chill out areas, lockers, tourist information, internet access, movie nights, luggage storage, telephone facilities and much more. The rooms in our hostel are large, bright and spacious with modern decoration and interior.

Please Note:

Please Note:

Cancellation policy: 48h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Check in: 3pm (we are happy to keep guests' luggage, but arriving guests do not have access to the property until after 2pm on the day of their arrival/check in).

Check out: 10:30am – Please vacate your bed/room/house by 10:30am on your departure/final day (we are happy to keep guests' luggage, but departing guests do not have access to the property after 10:30am on the day of their check out).

Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, debit cards.

Taxes not included - 14% government tax is added upon check in.

Breakfast not included.
No curfew.
Non smoking.

All guests must be over the age of 18 unless prior approval is obtained. Reservations are limited to 14 days per 30 day period.

All reservations must be secured with a valid credit card. All reservations will be charged 2 days prior to your reservation date.

If you wish to cancel and receive a full refund for the amount charged by Downtown Washington Hostel you must contact us by email 2 days prior to your arrival.

All guests upon check in will be required to read and agree to the property rules; should the rules not be followed the guest may be asked to leave.

There is a very strict 'No Drugs' policy anywhere on the property. Smoking is only allowed outside.

Shoe Free.

Non-paying guests are not allowed in any guest room.