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I Street Capsule Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Capital One Arena

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Lobby sitting area
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Female Only
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Male Only

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

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512 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20001
  • Capital One Arena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • National Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Private Double Capsule Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Male Only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Private Double Capsule Cabin

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Private Double Capsule Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Capsule in 6 Capsule Cabin Male Only

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Single Capsule in 6 Capsule Cabin Male Only

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed Spacious

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed Spacious

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Down duvet
Memory foam bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Washington

I Street Capsule Hostel puts you in the heart of Washington, within just a 10-minute stroll of Capital One Arena and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Downtown Washington D.C. hostel include National Mall and Smithsonian Institution.
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What's nearby

  • Capital One Arena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • White House - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Gallery Place Chinatown Station - 5 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 16 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharetea - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crimson Diner + Whiskey Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prost - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wok and Roll - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪dLeña - ‬3 min walk

About this property

I Street Capsule Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Capital One Arena
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. I Street Capsule Hostel also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. A complete renovation of I Street Capsule Hostel was completed in February 2025.

This Washington hostel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
I Street Capsule Hostel offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Memory foam beds feature down duvets. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and toilets with an electronic bidet. This Washington hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 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 lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - February 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • 7 shared bathrooms
  • 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
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 (8:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number 511325000002

Property is also known as

I Capsule Hostel Washington
I Street Capsule Hostel Washington
I Street Capsule Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does I Street Capsule Hostel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental brekkie is on offer daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

How much does it cost to stay at I Street Capsule Hostel?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at I Street Capsule Hostel on 20 Sept 2025 start from AU$172.89, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, I Street Capsule Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at I Street Capsule Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at I Street Capsule Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

I Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jiewen

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a new hostel so you can't expect everything is well ready. There were some small problems at the beginning but the staff was nice and tried to resolved them. The breakfast was good and sometimes it had Friday beer movie night. The location is perfect. Will highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hyunsung

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

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

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Demetrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marshawna

Business traveller
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

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick, Saint Louis

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

samuel

Location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mubarak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family

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

Santiago, Martinsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will return.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Nakamol

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry Bleakley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great job everyone
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So good of staying at this hostel.Everything is perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mariana

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Horrible

What a horrible experience! It was awful from start to finish. I booked a room at the I Street hostel. When I got there, they told me that the construction hadn't been finished and I had to go to the U Street capsule hostel. In other words, I booked one place and was forced to stay at another, with the excuse that “it's not that far away”. To keep me quiet, they allocated me a private room from Monday to Friday. On Thursday I received a message that they were removing all my things from the room because my days in the private room were over, they literally put my things in garbage bags. I found this humiliating, wrong to touch people's things and unethical. Their excuse was that I “didn't understand what they said”. It's very easy to blame the foreigner and say that she didn't understand, when clearly I was going to stay in the private room until Friday. They ignored me on the chat from start to finish. They didn't respond, the GOKI app didn't work properly. After all this I asked for my money back, which is very obvious. They changed my location, didn't tell me, ignored me, put my stuff in trash bags and blamed me for it. What did they do? They ignored me. Terrible experience, everyone said that the other hostel (due) is much better and the people are at least honest and decent. I still want my money back.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025