I Street Capsule Hostel

Property class: 2

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

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 (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed Spacious

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Male Only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Female Only

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Capsule in 10 Capsule Cabin Mixed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Capsule in 10 Capsule Cabin Female Only

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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.

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
  • ‪Yard House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Daikaya - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wok and Roll - ‬2 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 communal living room, and a garden.
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 10-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Smithsonian American Art Museum. You'll also find National Mall and Union Station Shopping Center less than a mile away.

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.

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.

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).

I Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 104 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Malcomb

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cheap and convenient. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tae

Liked: Amenities
rooms were decently clean, pod bed was incredibly comfortable! staffers were friendly but the kitchen could've been a bit cleaner :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Isabel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing, breakfast is cooked daily, clean capsules
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

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