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I Street Capsule Hostel

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Lobby sitting area
Interior detail
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lockers
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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512 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20001
  • Place, Capital One Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Smithsonian American Art Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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  • 1 bedroom
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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., I Street Capsule Hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Capital One Arena and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The 74 rooms at this hostel include refrigerators and microwaves and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
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What's nearby

  • Capital One Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • CityCenterDC - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gallery Place Chinatown Station - 5 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 16 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Founding Farmers & Distillers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Daikaya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yard House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ciel Social Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

I Street Capsule Hostel

I Street Capsule Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Staff members are on hand to provide luggage storage and access to locker space. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and toilets with an electronic bidet, and memory foam beds with down comforters ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekends 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - February 2025
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • 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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
Property Registration Number 511325000002

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around I Street Capsule Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Washington D.C. within a short 13-minute walk of National Mall and also 15 minutes on foot from Union Station Shopping Center. You'll also find Smithsonian Institution and White House less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does I Street Capsule Hostel feature a casino?

No, I Street Capsule Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about I Street Capsule Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does I Street Capsule Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

I Street Capsule Hostel offers free continental breakfast on weekend mornings though there is no restaurant.

Will I Street Capsule Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at I Street Capsule Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How far is the airport from I Street Capsule Hostel?

The closest major airport to I Street Capsule Hostel is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 6.3 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 11.6 mi away (31-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at I Street Capsule Hostel.

I Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 100 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Luke

Good location. Facilities could be better. Such as having only one shower and toilet. The bidet was bice though
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were really nice. It was the weekend so i was able to park right out front for free. The sleeping pod was nice and the locker was spacious. It was cool that you unlock the doors and the locker with an app on your phone. The kitchen was big and had everything needed to cook. There were plenty of bathrooms but the showers could have been cleaner. The bidets were a nice touch. Breakfast was cooked for each person that wanted it. A woman made scrambled eggs, pancakes, and sausage. It was really good! This place is in China Town and very close to everything. I walked the the National mall in less than 15 minutes and the Capital One Arena in 5.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

JOAN

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Toshiko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

N/A
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard, Roy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The private room pod blocking the only window in the room was a bit weird. Would have preferred sunlight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am an early riser. Breakfast is made at 8:30, but there was always someone around to help with coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Munkhochir

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ester Tatiana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, and facilities were over all clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and location is convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nobin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and clean, staff is friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh breakfast in the morning. Plenty of room to cook your own meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Md Shahadat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Starlet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first capsule experience and I’m so glad it was at I Street. The entire place is well-kept and modern. It looks just like the pictures in the listing. The app controls all access - no fumbling for keys/cards. The kitchen is large and well stocked. The entire staff and friendly and helpful. I arrived late at night and couldn’t ask for a better check-in experience. The area felt safe and is just 2 blocks from the subway. I also left my bag as I had a late flight and had no problems retrieving it. Your capsule has plenty of plugins and 3 lighting options. The mattress is memory foam and quite comfortable. The free breakfast was great - eggs, sausage and pancakes cooked for you. I would stay here again! An interesting experience were the bidet toilets - no toilet paper. One note: the capsules do not have good air circulation (at least in early October), so bring a mini travel fan. That’s what I used and it kept me cool through the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay again. Great location on 6th street and I streets. 10-15 minute straight walk to the National Gallery of Art and National Archives, and about a 25-30 min walk to the US Capitol.Close the Chinatown train station. Staff was super friendly. Free breakfast of pancakes everyday, and had a free beer night on Friday! Capsule was just right size with plenty of space for a big dude like me I’m 6 feet and a half and almost 300 lbs. I was concerned whether I got but I did! Multiple Showers with toilets, so never had to wait to use the bathroom or take a shower. Showers had good water pressure and shampoo. My only tiny minor thing is the toilets had bidets, since one is not allowed to use any toilet paper lol, but rather rely on a steady stream of water going up your insides to clean. That could be a huge issue for some people FYI, BUT Was quite the interesting experience having never used a bidet before but it worked out and was pretty cool and different. They said it’s an old building with small pipes and toilet paper can get clogged up easily, so that’s the reasoning which is more than reasonable. The place was very modern and beautiful with a full sized kitchen with two stoves and ovens to cook your own means and a living room to stretch out. Anyways great clean affordable place to stay in DC, and will definitely do again if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025