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I Street Capsule Hostel

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Located close to Capital One Arena and Walter E. Washington Convention Center, I Street Capsule Hostel provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Very good
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Exceptional
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam bed
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Washington, I Street Capsule Hostel is in the city center. Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of African American History and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include White House and Washington Monument. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Capital One Arena. Visit our Washington travel guide
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512 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20001

What's nearby

  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Capital One Arena
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum showing interior views
    Smithsonian American Art Museum
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Was able to capture the symmetry of DC's high-end Center City on a relatively slow Friday evening.
    CityCenterDC
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Washington_WalterEWashingtonConventionCenter_6034985_03
    Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Mall showing a monument and a lake or waterhole
    National Mall
    12 min walk - 1.1 km

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

Hostel remodeled in 2025 and located near Capital One Arena
Located close to Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Smithsonian Institution, I Street Capsule Hostel provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A water dispenser, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
  • A TV in the lobby and a vending machine
Room features
All 74 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and kitchen islands.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, memory foam beds, and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers, toilets with electronic bidets, and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property Registration Number 511325000002

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Is I Street Capsule Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at I Street Capsule Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at I Street Capsule Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is I Street Capsule Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. National Mall and Smithsonian Institution are also within 1 mi (2 km). Gallery Place Chinatown Station is 5 minutes by foot and 7th St. Convention Center Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

I Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 101 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yadelies

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was conveniently close to transit, which made traveling from the hostel to the museum very easy. The environment was well organized and clean. The staff were welcoming and supportive, and the other guests were respectful and friendly. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality and the great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

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

Madina

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

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, friendly staff that allowed me to leave my bags early whiles i explored. Capsule/pod was comfortable & more spacious than I expected. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ailar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eswar Aravind Swamy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice service and great accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff are very friendly. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Anurag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were very clean. The property appears new,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, very accommodating, great amenities, I slept great. The staff cooked a good breakfast and I had a good time! Highly recommended I'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay in DC. It will be great Once they get all the capsules installed. Service was top notch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshawna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, no capsules/secluded privacy; only bunk beds however facility well maintained comfy bed and linens.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in the process of renovating. Even with construction going on, it was still a beautiful place to stay. The modern amenities are more in line with a chic 5-star hotel than a stereotypical hostel. The stay included breakfast which was cooked to order...amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Enjoyed my stay!

Pods were comfortable but needed an extension cord to charge my phone. They were very willing to lend me one!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Having stayed at several different capsule hotels in Japan, I was excited to see something similar being offered here. Hotels in DC are not cheap so this was perfect in terms of providing an affordable yet comfortable place to stay. Overall I was not disappointed and was happy with my visit. The staff were very friendly upon check-in and the room (while still somewhat under construction) was more than adequate (my biggest issue with the capsules in Japan were the flimsy mattresses; no such issue here). Ear plugs are recommended (and provided) if you’re a light sleeper; I was in the upper bunk which was fine for me. Lockers provided secure storage and everything is conveniently managed from an app on your phone (which is a step up from Japan).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Marc-Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and supportive. Fresh pancakes are made every morning. The sleeping pods were something new for me and I liked it. It seemed like not all of them were fully built, as the curtains weren't installed yet, but that might be just a questions of a couple more days, providing you with a bit more privacy. The location worked out superb for me. China town is just across the sreeet, offering plenty of food options. The main seights are still in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Katrine Skov

Liked: Staff & service
The location is great, and the place is generally fine for a weekend stay. The room was decent, and I really like the idea of capsules since they offer more privacy. However, as others have mentioned, the place feels a bit unfinished, and there are quite a few small issues. For example, the airflow in the capsules is limited, so they get very hot when you close them. There are also no clear signs indicating which bed number is the top or bottom bunk — I spent a long time looking and eventually just picked one. The linens and towels could use an update; they weren’t exactly dirty, but they had spots and blemishes that clearly hadn’t washed out. I also want to point out that there is no toilet paper, only a bidet. Personally, that’s not my preference, and I would have liked to know that before booking. In general, the place felt a bit messy, especially the living room and kitchen, which looked and felt more like someone’s personal home. Overall, it really depends on what kind of hostel experience you’re after. If you prefer a homey place where guests seem to stay for a long time and know each other, this could be a good fit. If you’re looking for something more private and polished, I wouldn’t recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 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

8/10 Good

Ezra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a really wonderful time staying here! There was some initial difficulty with my check-in, but everyone was on it immediately and it was quickly resolved. The facilities are clean and comfortable. As a newer business, the building is still undergoing some upgrades, but in the meantime everything is more than functional. What puts this place over the top in my view is the friendliness of the staff - particularly Jim, the property manager. The atmosphere is warm and homey. The location is very close to the Capitol Mall, Smithsonian museums and other attractions. What isn't close by is easily accessible by using DC's extremely safe, intuitive and user friendly public transportation system. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was great, and everyone was very kind. Free breakfast and sound proofing in the capsules was great. Two notes: your phone is your key for EVERYTHING so make sure it's charged/you have a backup charger. Also, bring toilet paper if you don't want to use a bidet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Toshiko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
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

Dalton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time. Great staff and felt safe. Staff is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025