Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

3.5 star property

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3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar
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Front of property - evening/night
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 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
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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

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

Room, Accessible (Bunk Beds)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room (Bunk Beds)

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room (Bunk Beds)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

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

Room, 2 Twin Beds (3x3 Shower)

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

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown 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
  • CityCenterDC - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ford's Theater - 8 min walk - 0.5 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

  • ‪Clyde's of Gallery Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jackpot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chopt Creative Salad Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Founding Farmers & Distillers - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

A gym and free WiFi in public areas are features at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown. 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 100.00 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 fire extinguisher, 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 fire extinguisher, 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 Downtown?

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown 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 Downtown?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown on Jun 18, 2026 start from $132, including 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 Downtown?

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 Downtown?

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

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

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

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

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

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

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an al fresco restaurant plus some guestrooms include a city view and free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown?

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

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

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

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

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

Are there connecting rooms at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown?

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

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

The closest major airport to Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown 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 Downtown?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown.

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1324 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 428 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 2007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our 2-day stay during March. Everything was seamless and staff at the hotel were awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JASMINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was nice and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay, the bar was the best. The staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fun hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks we loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Brianna Yvonne

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was nice, and offered luggage storage before and after check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a fantastic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location . Clean room friendly service .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this place! The rooms are small, but the bar is the highlight. It’s in a great location, just a short walk from the Washington Mall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nice staff. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place tp stay for a bar crawl or a game at Capitol one arena
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great place to stay! the resturant was famtastic, and the neighborhood was very safe. Close to everthing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natoya Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very courteous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was great, by two very friendly and helpful women. Room was clean and comfortable. Area around the hotel had lots of stuff to do, and had good bars and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was great. It was very comfortable. The amenities were excellent. The staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around… very clean room, staff was very friendly and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room, great price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location to all the museums( within walking distance), room was clean and comfortable. I loved the food choices from within (Crimson bar) to the local Chinese cuisine food places. The Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aobo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
very good place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room with great location and vibe
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jesmar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026