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Cheap Hostels in Washington

U Street Hostel
U Street Hostel
2 out of 5
1931 13th St NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this hostel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (433 reviews)
U Street Hostel
I Street Capsule Hostel
I Street Capsule Hostel
1 out of 5
512 I St NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this hostel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
I Street Capsule Hostel
Duo Housing Hostel
Duo Housing Hostel
2 out of 5
1223 11th Street NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this hostel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Capital One Arena and White House are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (452 reviews)
Duo Housing Hostel
DC International Hostel 1
DC International Hostel 1
2 out of 5
1610 7th St NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this hostel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Capital One Arena and White House are located ...
DC International Hostel 1
DC International Hostel 2
DC International Hostel 2
2 out of 5
1418 9TH St NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this hostel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Capital One Arena and White House are located ...
DC International Hostel 2
Duo Nomad - Hostel
Duo Nomad - Hostel
2 out of 5
1010 Pennsylvania Ave, SE, Washington, DC
Stay at this hostel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Union Station Shopping Center and Smithsonian ...
7.6/10 Good! (119 reviews)
Duo Nomad - Hostel
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.

Top Trending Hotels in Washington

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,338 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel to just stay in and relax. Their beds are comfortable and their dark curtains are great for sleeping in. Their ice machine also has a watwr dispenser which is a real plus. The staff is friendly and helpful. You are always greeted when you walk thru the lobby"

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Omni Shoreham Hotel

Omni Shoreham Hotel

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw, Washington, DC
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,895 reviews)
"The price of parking."

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Omni Shoreham Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,359 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a very good location. Walking distance to the metro and the White House. Clean and good room service. The restaurant on the other hand not so good. Maybe they are short in staff."

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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.

Other Cheap Accommodation in Washington

Hostels in Washington

If you’ve got your motor runnin’, ready to head out on the highway, looking for adventure … you might be thinking that cheap hostels in Washington may come your way for your last-minute getaway. But if bunk-bedding it isn’t on your list of must-haves for your upcoming trip, there’s another accommodation option that can get you way more with even wilder savings.

A host of accommodations

An affordable Washington hostel may be a great way to hang with fellow travelers and to hold onto some change for the road, but why not get a smidgen of privacy (and your own bathroom) and book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel instead? Even if you’re looking to grab a place at the last minute, you can get semi-truck-sized savings. In fact, you can enjoy modest savings versus booking a listed rate two weeks earlier, so locking down that 4-star hotel room at a 2-star price is no biggie.

Pack away the idea that you can only afford hostels in Washington on your last-minute getaway, and book that unlisted Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal. It’ll be an easy rider on your vacay budget.

Deals so good, you won’t even miss the “s”

You get so much more when you book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel, even over the best hostels in Washington. Beyond privacy, you can filter hotel deals by what matters most to you for your stay:

  • Price: Score a high-end hotel for Washington hostel prices when you filter by price and explore your perfect Hotwire Hot Rate deal.

  • Amenities: Whether you’re looking for great Wi-Fi to post your adventures on the ‘gram or want to cool your heels in a pristine pool, you can verify that all of your gotta-haves are met.

  • Reviews: Make sure you’re the royalty of the road and check the Hotwire Hot Rate hotel reviews to find private primo places for less.

There’s no need to take the road less traveled and stay in cheap hostels in Washington when picking your last-minute getaway stays. Booking a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal lets you adventure on a dime, while getting everything you want. And you probably won’t miss that shared bathroom.

Alternative Accommodations FAQs – Hostels

What are the best hostels in Washington?

Whether you’re looking for an affordable Washington hostel to save cash or to get social on your getaway, there’s a better option in town. Booking a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal can save you big money while allowing you to have some space and privacy you can’t get at a hostel. You’ll still get a dose of adventure and fun on your trip to Washington, you just don’t have to skimp out on your accommodations. Or worry about a stranger using your shampoo. 


How much does it cost to stay at a hostel in Washington?

If you’ve got money on your mind, you may be thinking of searching for cheap hostels in Washington, just to keep your budget for other trip necessities like burgers. Or brews. Whatever’s on the menu. But no need to stress about cash when you book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal instead, even if it’s last minute. You’ll keep your wallet (and belly) full, and get a wildly good hotel room, too. 


What are the best cheap hostels in Washington?

Even the best hostels in Washington can’t hold a candle to the privacy of staying in a hotel, and what you’ll spend on cheap hostels isn’t far off from the dough you’ll save when you book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal. Not to mention, you’ll get way more bang for your buck. Like 4-star hotels at a 2-star price kind of bang. And with deals that good on Washington hotels, you’ll still have money for all of your trip fun, without the lullaby of other people’s snores as you rest up for your next adventure. 


Why should I stay in a hostel?

Travelers usually stay in hostels for a couple of reasons: saving money and hanging out. But here’s some great news—you don’t have to stay in a cheap Washington hostel to reap those benefits. Instead, you can save some stacks and sleep in your own room when you book a spot with Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deals. You’ll get a lot more than you bargained for, plus you get a room with your own space, shower, and TV. And as far as those hangs, you’ll still have plenty of time and money to get adventurous and as social as you want on your last-minute getaway. 


What is a hostel?

Hostels are affordable shared lodgings that typically include a bed in a communal room and dorm-style bathrooms. Some even have curfews. But hostels in Washington aren’t your only option when it comes to extra-budget-friendly travel. When you’re looking to take a last-minute getaway to Washington, book your stay with a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal and you’ll save a ton. You won’t know the name of your hotel until after you’ve booked, but you will know the neighborhood, the reviews, and the amenities you can count on. Then, sit back, relax, and count all the cash you’ve saved.