Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 star property
Hotel with bars, 3-minute walk to Capital One Arena

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3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar
Front of property - evening/night
3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar
3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar
3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(151 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(180 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, Accessible (Bunk Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room (Bunk Beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Hearing Accessible Bunk Bed Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room, 2 Twin Beds (3x3 Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Mobility Accessible Queen Room with Transfer Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Hearing Mobility Accessible Bunk Room With Transfer Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Hearing Accessible Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

2 Twin Bnks Mobility Access W/3x3 Tr Shwr

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 2 Twin Beds (3x3 Shower)

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Full Bed Room

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center is within a 5-minute walk of Capital One Arena and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Walter E. Washington Convention Center. This 245-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Capital One Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • CityCenterDC - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ford's Theater - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gallery Place Chinatown Station - 3 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 17 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jackpot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Capital One Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell Cantina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wok and Roll - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crimson View - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Hotel with bars, 3-minute walk to Capital One Arena
A gym and free WiFi in public areas are features at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and concierge services.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include free long-distance calls, free local calls, and laptop-compatible safes.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25.95 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 10 to 25 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Crimson Coffee Bar
  • Crimson Commons
  • Crimson View
  • Crimson Whiskey Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25.95 per day (449 ft away)

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers offsite parking (reservations required).

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

POD DC Hotel Washington
POD DC Hotel
POD DC
POD Hotel DC Washington
POD DC Washington
The POD DC
POD Hotel DC
POD DC
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Hotel
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Washington
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

As of Jan 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center on Jan 7, 2026 start from $83.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Washington D.C. within a short 12-minute walk of National Mall and also 16 minutes on foot from Smithsonian Institution. You'll also find White House and Capital One Arena less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for USD 25.95 per day (reservations required).

Does Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center have a casino at the property?

No, Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 3 bars plus some guestrooms include city views and free Internet access.

Does Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center serves to-go breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Crimson Commons.

Does Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center though service animals are welcome.

Does Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

The closest major airport to Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 6.4 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 14.7 mi away (29-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center.

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1183 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1803 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1803 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sing

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, efficient room. Very helpful staff. Convenient, fun location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Staff didnt clean our room. Bit of a struggle gettkng it done. Room is teeny tiny
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weile

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, although it’s compact, great value for short stays. Staff are very responsive. Very close to Chinatown restaurants and coffee places, and subway stations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmed

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jena

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. They even let us check in early!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect spot to stay, in an excellent location. I'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was compact but very clean and comfortable. I really liked that it is across the street from a metro station. Lack of a complimentary breakfast in the morning was a downer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Rafael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well disclosed that rooms are small, but they are super efficient and confortable. Lobby is fantastic, gym is outstanding considering that space is a premium. Staff excellent and accomodating. Hard to imagine better access to transport (Metro across street + bus stop on corner), or to restaurants *literally 100's that are walkable*
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Juan, Eden Prairie

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, quick check in and out. Room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Charles

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just six short months in DC the environment feels safer due to the US National Guard deployment, especially heavy at night and weekends. No homeless encampments but a few sidewalk sleeepers that were ignored by local PD, sad. Overall DC has a safer environment than just 6 months ago, I guess all it took to turn DC around was a new administration, simple.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Business traveler
Decent restaurants and pharmacy close by. AC as fine in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location, checked in promptly. Rooms are quite small and spartan but we only needed a place to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small clean rooms with convenient bathroom and lobby
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur, Santa Monica

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff in Motto hotel is excellent no question…room was clean . Location is not bad. What I didn’t like:1.Room is supper supper small,distance between toilet (actually toilet seat) and bed not even step(not good!) and last thing It was a first time when room didn’t have coffee machine ,surprise.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Motto by Hilton is an excellent affordable option for a business hotel in downtown DC. Hotel rooms in DC can be outrageously expensive - and this is not the case at the Motto. That said, Motto describes itself as a micro-hotel. The rooms are small (sized more like London hotel rooms) and the in-room amenities (like a refrigerator) are sometimes missing. The Motto is very well maintained, everything works, the staff is very helpful, bed was comfortable, internet is free. Other than the small rooms, there is everything to recommend the Motto. There are two restaurants/bars on site - on the first floor and top floor (with outdoor veranda). I did not try either but looking at menus and the number of people at either, they seem to be good options. The Motto is conveniently located across the street from the Gallery Place Metro Station, there is a convenience store/pharmacy a few doors away and a huge number of restaurants/fast food within walking distance. A possible downside is lack of running/jogging opportunities, as running on the streets is painful but this would be true for any downtown DC hotel. The best option is to head south to the National Mall which is 0.7 miles away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine

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

10/10 Excellent

Tre

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lot of shops nearby, location was convenient, and rooms were really clean with all the amenities you would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025