Duo Housing Hostel

Travelers enjoy vibrant city energy from a rooftop terrace with sweeping views of Washington DC's most famous monuments and landmarks

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January 2026

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This lively downtown DC hostel offers easy access to Capital One Arena and the White House. Guests enjoy panoramic city views from the rooftop terrace or browse the in-house library. Attentive staff provide concierge assistance, luggage storage, and ATM services.

Very good

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Business services
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Kitchen

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Room options

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (12 Person Mixed Dorm)

Very good

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

33 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Person Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (10 Person Mixed Dorm)

Very good

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

27 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Flat-screen TV, fireplace, video-game console

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (8 Person Boutique Dorm)

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

24 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (4 Person Boutique Dorm)

Very good

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

14 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom (4 Person Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Microwave

16 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Separate bedroom

Microwave

5 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
4 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

Very good

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 1
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory

Very good

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 1
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 1
3 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory

Excellent

Highlights

Patio

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Downtown Washington D.C., a neighborhood in Washington, is home to Duo Housing Hostel. Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of African American History and Culture are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Union Station Shopping Center and Fashion Center at Pentagon City. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Visit our Washington travel guide

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20001, DC, Washington, 1223 11th Street NW

What's nearby

Walter E. Washington Convention Center
6 min walk - 0.6 km
CityCenterDC
8 min walk - 0.7 km
K Street
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Smithsonian American Art Museum
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Capital One Arena
14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

7th St. Convention Center Station
6 min walk
Washington Union Station
10 min drive
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
17 min drive

Restaurants

Unconventional Diner
5 min walk
Marriott Marquis Lobby Bar
The Little Gay Pub
4 min walk
The Crown & Crow
Your Only Friend
5 min walk

About this property

Duo Housing Hostel

Hostel near Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Located close to Capital One Arena and White House, Duo Housing Hostel provides a rooftop terrace, a library, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and ATM/banking services
A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and concierge services
Barbecue grills and a 24-hour front desk

Room features

All guestrooms at Duo Housing Hostel have comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

More amenities include:

Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Patios, video-game consoles, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available

Things to do

Library

Family friendly

In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room microwave

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Business center

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Picnic area
Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

No elevator

More

Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer (on request)
Private or shared bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Video game console

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access

More

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Desk
Fireplace
Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Duo Housing Hostel Washington

Duo Housing Hostel

Duo Housing Washington

Duo Housing

Duo Housing Hostel Washington

Duo Housing Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Duo Housing Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Washington

Frequently asked questions

Is Duo Housing Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Duo Housing Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Duo Housing Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Duo Housing Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Duo Housing Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of CityCenterDC, Walter E. Washington Convention Center, and Capital One Arena. White House and Smithsonian Institution are also within 1 mi (2 km). 7th St. Convention Center Station is 6 minutes by foot and McPherson Sq. Station is 12 minutes.

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Duo Housing Hostel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Oct 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was such a great experience! My roommate was really interesting to the point where I think we will be friends going forward. The staff was very helpful and did everything to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable. For anyone looking for a safe, lively place to stay that's near everything, I highly recommend Duo Housing!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Therron

Apr 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This was an excellent choice… the property is clean and the staff are very kind and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Nov 3, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I don't like this place; it's one of the cheapest options you'll find in the area, but if you can spend about $10 more, avoid this place and choose the other option.Here the bathrooms smell like pee, you can't wear shoes inside meaning you have to step in pee to use the bathroom or brush your teeth, the place is generally clean, it just smells bad everywhere.So if you have enough money to avoid it, I recommend it. The good thing is the location; it's close to public transport stations and bike rentals.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erpin

Jul 25, 2024

Liked: Amenities

Nice staff and good location

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Oct 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The staff and amenities were mostly accommodating during my visit. The only two amenities that could be better are the towels for showering and coffee cups. When I was going to take a shower at 9:00am during my visit there were no towels ready. 9:00am is a popular time to shower; therefore, I would like to always ensure there is a towel available for each guests in the morning. Also, bring your own shampoo and soap for showering since they do not provide any. As for the coffee cups I was leaving at 10:00am and they only had mugs to drink coffee out of. Many people leave the hostel as soon as they wake up, so having to-go cups is recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katayoun

Mar 25, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location superb facilities lovely staff thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

San

May 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I enjoyed the staff, breakfast the pancakes, my stay section was quiet. The only thing I dislike was not having a Metro Stop closer

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

William Jr

Aug 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Very convenient and close to the union station on foot. Staffs are accomodating to the guest's needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yedda

Sep 10, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It’s convenient, and clean. The free breakfast is an added bonus

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Jul 18, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Typical hostel experience

This was a fairly standard hostel and suitable if you just need a place to sleep and don't mind the shared dorms. As a woman traveling solo, I felt reasonably safe. The location is convenient for getting around the city.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Apr 8, 2024

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Honestly it should of been better with the stuff around it but, having barely and hot water and doing lots of climbing sucks but the breakfast is good and the staff were amazing

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Jun 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

everything was good except the lack of airflow in the sleeping area that made it almost impossible to sleep in, and resulted in everyone flocking to the communal spaces for relief. It was hotter in that area than outside. If you come here, bring a portable fan, without it I would not have been able to sleep here. besides that, it was great!! and the breakfast was delicious!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Oct 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I had lost hope in finding somewhere clean, friendly, professional, and chill but then, I tried duo housing and it was the best thing I could have found. I don't know all the staffs name but, Simone, Yasmin, are the kindest young women ever! The manager was on point when my reservation was messed up, it wasn't their fault or mines but they accommodated me anyways, another young lady made sure my new reservation was correct when I made it in from work, and all of the guest have been kind, quiet, friendly, and mindful of personal space. No fights, arguments or stressful situations. Great place to stay 10/10!!!!!!!!!!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Damian

May 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities

This should be a $20 hostel max…. I stayed at a Hostel in the heart of downtown New Orleans (2 min walk from Bourbon st) and the middle of downtown Denver for $30 each after taxes and fees. There’s no privacy curtain for the bunks, there’s no outlets for the bunks and there’s no lockers that will fit a small or regular size backpack. The other hostels had very spacious lockers, privacy curtains on the bunks and an outlets at each bunk and they were a 3rd of the price, those hostels were much more modern and nice inside too. Also there’s a huge window in the room I was staying in right next to the hallway and the light stayed on all night in the hallway so it was hard to sleep. The luggage storage was a little sketchy, every just leaves all their bags in one area and hopes no one steals anything, there’s a camera pointed at the bags but that only does so much. The staff was super nice and friendly, I have no complaints about the staff at all! My frustration is with the price and how little comes with it. It’s way over priced and it’s one of the worst hostels I’ve stayed at. Again, not the staffs fault but just a very overpriced place for no reasonably sized lockers, in comfy beds, no privacy curtains on the beds, no outlets by the beds and weird shower situations. Also I was overcharged $10 for some reason. It was supposed to be $69 with fees and tax included and my card was charged $79.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Nov 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Duo Housing Hostel Check-in was prompt and perfectly on time. The reception staff was super nice and incredibly helpful — she even gave me a full tour since it’s a pretty big place. And right away, I could tell this hostel has serious advantages over many hotels. Just the night before, I had paid more than double to stay at an Econo Lodge… and the amenities here blow that away. Duo Housing has a full computer lab, a spacious kitchen with real appliances — full stove, pots, pans, silverware, plates, a coffee maker — everything you need to make your own fresh meals. There’s also a beautiful rooftop patio with a great view. The location couldn’t be better. Right near downtown Washington, D.C., it’s surrounded by food options, grocery stores, banks, and restaurants — basically everything you could need within walking distance. The other guests were all super friendly, too! One girl even made a sesame oil cabbage salad for everyone, and the staff cooked breakfast pancakes for us in the morning. You can’t beat that community feeling. I give my experience here a full 5 stars and would absolutely stay again. Bravo, Duo Housing Hostel — keep up the amazing work!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Oct 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Great Location

Great location and staff

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Oct 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This place never disappoints and AC is the best!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadezda

May 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great for solo travel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dongjoon

Oct 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Some people were not in good condition

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Sep 3, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

I did have a good time and Destiny was very helpful to me while my bank card had issues.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emiliano

Sep 21, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service

No one to check me out.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Jul 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I found this place to be a really good hostel given the price point.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

No complaints

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Freddy

May 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A good staying for a good price, close to all the city landmarks

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Aug 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

First time doing hostel. Friendly staff. Short walking distance to where I needed to go (Otakon at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center). Convenient. Met some cool people. Sometimes, the soap ran out in the bottle, but that's all I would realistically complain about.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025