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I Street Capsule Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Capital One Arena

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Lobby sitting area
Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed Spacious | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Female Only | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed Spacious | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, 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 refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, 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 refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 6 Capsule Cabin Male Only

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 8 Capsule Mixed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Mixed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Single Capsule in 12 Capsule Cabin Female Only

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Private Double Capsule Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Private Double Capsule Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
512 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20001

What's nearby

  • Capital One Arena - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Mall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Smithsonian Institution - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • White House - 2 min drive - 1.4 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

  • ‪Founding Farmers & Distillers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crimson Diner + Whiskey Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crimson View - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Prost - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wok and Roll - ‬2 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, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • A TV in the lobby and smoke-free premises
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
  • 7 bathrooms with rainfall showers and toilets with electronic bidets
  • 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 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 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

  • 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
  • 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 (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

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

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 at I Street Capsule Hostel?

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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I Street Capsule Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

Ester Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, and facilities were over all clean.
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

Ailar

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

6/10 Okay

Richard

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

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

Tejas Yogesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and convenient for a short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

N/A
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oluwatosin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property and good staff. I love the pancakes and eggs!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff are very friendly. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

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

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent area in the middle of chinatown with clean sheets and friendly staff, wasn’t there long enough to take advantage of breakfast, but would love to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

samuel

Location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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

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

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

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

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

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