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Hostelling International - Washington, DC

1009 11th Street, NW, Washington DC, DC 20001 (Downtown / Chinatown)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Gloucester, England, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

I checked out after my first night as I didn't like it here - the atmosphere was terrible. First and foremost, I didn't realise they had a no alcohol policy. Apparently this is standard for HI places. It didn't help matters. When I went up to my room after checking in around 9:30 there were 3 ppl asleep and a... More

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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16 reviews 16 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

I stayed in this hostel for three nights. The facilities are clean and comfortable, as are the beds. A really nice breakfast is included in the price which is a bonus. I was in DC to explore the sites and found the hostel to be very handy (30 min walk to Capitol Hill; 15 min walk to the road with... More

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Wales
Top Contributor
122 reviews 122 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013

After staying at a less than desirable hostel on my last trip to DC, I was pleasantly surprised by this member of the HI family. Clean, well maintained and with friendly, helpful staff this hostel is a great place to use as a base when exploring this great city. Special mention must go to the happiest breakfast attendant of all... More

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Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013 via mobile

The hostel was clean and neat, staff was friendly and the overall atmosphere was friendly and welcoming. I only wish I could have participated their activities in DC. I really did enjoy my stay at the hostel.

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Mark-GM, General Manager at Hostelling International - Washington, DC, responded to this review
May 30, 2013

NooraH376: Thank you for quick note about your stay! It's always a treat to read about such lovely experiences, and how our team helped to make for a pleasant stay. Next time, we hope that you are able to take part in some of our Volunteer-led activities, which is one of the best features of the hostel. ~ Mark Schneider,... More

Christchurch, New Zealand
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16 reviews 16 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013

This was one of my favorite hostels during my trip through North America. It has amazingly friendly and informative staff. The hostel is extremely clean and well looked after. I stayed in a mixed dorm and found it to be secure and safe. The hostel has many activities and amenities. My only negative was that the Wifi (free) was restricted... More

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Mark-GM, General Manager at Hostelling International - Washington, DC, responded to this review
May 30, 2013

TravellerCHCH: Thank you so much for the uplifting words, and the PERFECT SCORE! All of us at HI-DC are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay so much. The Wi-Fi is an interesting topic. I have read the reviews of some other HI hostels that offer free Wi-Fi in the rooms, and the response is a mixed bag. I have frequently... More

Guildford, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013

This hostel is very easy to get to from the Amtrak station either by bus or walking (25 minutes at a brisk pace). The dorm rooms and beds are clean and the staff very helpful and courteous. The bathrooms are a little dated but they are at least clean. The hostel is within walking distance to all the DC sights... More

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Mark-GM, General Manager at Hostelling International - Washington, DC, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

Jonathan A: Well situated - clean - friendly staff - fun activities. Sure, I am a bit biased, but I would agree that describes us accurately. :-) And yes, we could do a sprucing up of the bathrooms. WE plan to start with some upgraded lighting and see how well that helps the ambiance. Thanks for the helpful feedback! ~... More

Atlanta, Georgia
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013

I have never tried anything like this before. The college I went to was so small, that we had no real campus and no dorms, I had an apartment to myself and had never experienced group-living, so living/sleeping in a room full of other people was totally new to me. Although apprehensive at first, being a typical American used to... More

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Mark-GM, General Manager at Hostelling International - Washington, DC, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

CineGraphic: Welcome to the world of hostelling! We are so happy that you chose us for your first experience. Hostelling is a fantastic option, and one that can that can require a dose of courage to try for the first time -- especially if the concept of communal living is a new one. I wish you many more, enriching travel... More

Sint-Oedenrode, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 via mobile

A friend of mine and I stayed at the Hostelling Intetnational Hostel in Washington DC for three nights in May 2013. Overall we had a decent to good experience. We stayed on the eight floor. To get there we used the stairs quite a few times because the elavator is quite slow and a lot of people tend to make... More

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Mark-GM, General Manager at Hostelling International - Washington, DC, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

Martijn P: I completely understand your rating, and it is fair. We have so many great features -- thanks for mentioning so many of them! -- though we need to improve continually. A good night's sleep is essential to a pleasant stay. There have been a couple other, similar comments about mattress comfort. I will see what we can do... More

London, England, United Kingdom
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013

Super hostel with some of the friendliest staff I've encountered who were always willing to help. The dorm was clean, spacious and light although quite noisy next to the road. The bathroom was perfectly adequate and the hairdryer and free towels a real bonus. Hardly needs mentioning that the breakfast was generous and tasty and the kitchen was well equipped... More

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Mark-GM, General Manager at Hostelling International - Washington, DC, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

TheVagueWanderer: Yeah! Such a great note! Friendly staff...fantastic volunteers who lead events and tours that make it easy to meet fellow travelers...well appointed facilities...Exactly the kind of experience we are hoping hostellers will find at our hostel and in DC. Granted, we are not perfect: DC, like all major cities in the US, needs to a better job of servicing... More

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 via mobile

Considering what I'd paid in NYC, this DC hostel was a steal. Staff were friendly, breakfast was great (including John!) and the room was equally as good as my one in New York. The atmosphere was very pleasant down on the ground floor in the communal lounge and the location is good with major sights easily in walking distance. For... More

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Mark-GM, General Manager at Hostelling International - Washington, DC, responded to this review
May 28, 2013

immicatherine: Providing value is a real challenge for all hostel operators. It was fun to read how we hit the bullseye with you! Thank you for giving us your feedback. All of us at HI-DC sincerely do hope to see you soon! ~ Mark Schneider, HI-DC General Manager More

 
 
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Additional Information about Hostelling International - Washington, DC

Address: 1009 11th Street, NW, Washington DC, DC 20001
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Region: United States > District of Columbia > Washington DC > Downtown / Chinatown , Upper Northwest
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet
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Ranked #3 of 20 Specialty lodging in Washington DC
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
HI-DC is the best value in DC! Our dorm-style and private rooms bring together international and domestic budget travelers in a safe, clean, and fun environment. We have a long list of FREE amenities and an unbeatable location - just 8 blocks to The White House and The National Mall (home to world-famous monuments, museums, and galleries), 4 blocks to China Town, and 3 blocks to the Metro. It's the only Energy Star Certified hostel anywhere. ... more   less 
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