Hostels in Washington

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Featured Hostels in Washington

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U Street Hostel
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (227)
"facilities are limited compared to the price!"
The price is NZ$243
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
U Street Hostel
Property amenity
Duo Housing Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (390)
"Nice"
Duo Housing Hostel
Exterior
Duo Nomad - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Bathrooms and rooms were cleaned daily. Overall good experience. "
Duo Nomad - Hostel
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BBQ/picnic area
Capital View - Hostel
1.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (71)
"The property didn't even open the door after confirming arrival time earlier in the day. Seems racially motivated..."
Capital View - Hostel
Interior
Diplomatic Management - Hostel
2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (20)
"We arrived to find that confirmation did not mean anything and we had no room, and were told five others had booked or "overbooked" exactly the same room for the same date. This is not a service."
Diplomatic Management - Hostel
Exterior
DC International Hostel 1
2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (81)
"It was not clean. They had trouble to check me in"
DC International Hostel 1
Exterior
DC International Hostel 2
2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (137)
"Initially my experience was not good but after a day, manager Shato helped us a lot and other guests. He ensured to have cleaning and listened to our suggestions of improving. I must appreciate his approach. With those suggestions, if implemented properly, I truly believe that DC Hostel will improve. Best of Luck DC International Hostel 2."
DC International Hostel 2
Living area
Hostel Comfort Zone
2.0 star property
3.6 out of 10, (5)
"A LOT of work to be done at this Hostel. While the staff was friendly and helpful, the absence of amenities like a stove are key to have a successful hostel. There's a code to enter the property and all the rooms do not have a key or access code. There were several instances where other guests would enter my room by mistake. The upstairs rooms, there was only one bathroom and sometimes I would have to wait for half an hour to use the restroom. As a regular hostel attendee, I've never seen...
Hostel Comfort Zone
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Other property types in Washington

Terrace/patio
The Dupont Circle Hotel
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1217)
"Everything was phenomenal except for the shower. It has a strange half door and extremely high pressure that causes water to shoot out of the shower amd onto the bathroom floor. The staff was all extremely accomdating and helpful. Amazing staff!!"
The price is NZ$576
per night
24 May - 25 May
The Dupont Circle Hotel
View from property
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1913)
"Free breakfast was great- saved us lots of $. About a 10 minute walk to the metro station. Great room, just needs more trash receptacles and a better thermostat. "
The price is NZ$342
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Exterior
Glover Park - Georgetown
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2000)
"Nice comfortable room, good service"
The price is NZ$368
per night
26 May - 27 May
Glover Park - Georgetown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Washington?
By going with a hostel, you can cut your spending on lodging and save more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your trip. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and monuments.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
How many hostels will I find in Washington?
If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Washington, one of Expedia’s 8 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Washington?
The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Washington is 1246 mm.
What is there to see and do in Washington?
In general, Washington is known for its museums, monuments and art. Major attractions include White House, National Mall and Capital One Arena. Get out into nature with places such as Freedom Plaza, Lafayette Square and Farragut Square. Cultural attractions include Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of African American History and Culture and National Air and Space Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Washington while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Washington in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), 3.8 mi (6.2 km) away. An alternative is College Park, MD (CGS), which is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away. When you’re out and about, you may want to make use of public transport. You can take advantage of metro transport at 7th St. Convention Center Station, Gallery Place Chinatown Station and Center Station. Train stations including Washington Union Station and Alexandria Station make it easy to discover more of the surrounding area.