Reservations at HI-Washington DC

Hostelling International-Washington, DC is the best value in the nation’s capital. Our rates are highly competitive, the location is unbeatable, and we have more free amenities, services and features than any other hostel in the region. Because of these factors, but mostly because of our helpful staff and friendly hostellers, our property is very popular. Making reservations is highly recommended.

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If you need personal attention, have special requests, or wish to change or cancel your reservation, you can call us directly at +1-202-737-2333, fax us at +1-202-737-1508 or email us at reserve@hiwashingtondc.org. You may also write to us at:

Hostelling International-Washington, DC
Attn: Reservations
1009 11th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

Important Information about Reservations

• A valid credit card is required for guaranteed reservations. For best results, click here to book your bed. If you need personal attention or have special needs, please call us at +1-202-737-2333.
• Please ask for and retain your confirmation number when making a reservation.
• A $3 per person, per night Temporary Membership Fee will be assessed at check-in for all guests who are not Hostelling International members.
• Every hosteller must show a government issued photo ID upon check-in.
• Check-in is at 4:00 PM on your arrival date, and check-out is at 11:00 AM on your departure date. No-shows and cancellations made after 4:00 PM on the date of arrival will be charged one night’s stay.
• For the greatest likelihood of success, please make stay extension requests the day before your scheduled departure. Extension requests made after arrival may require the hosteller to switch beds and/or rooms.
• In-room lockers are provided free of charge for registered hostellers. Hostellers provide their own locks, and locks are for sale at the Front Desk. For those wishing to store luggage prior to check-in or after check-out, a limited number of electronic lockers are available in our shared locker room for a small fee.
• The maximum length of stay is fourteen (14) days within a twelve-month period.
• HI-DC is a non-profit organization whose mission is to serve hostellers. Accommodations are available only to travelers from outside a 45 mile radius of the hostel.
• Refunds will be provided using the original method of payment (if payment was made using a credit card, the refund will be made to the same card).
• The following information is required for guaranteed reservations:
• Full name
• Date of arrival, date of departure, and total number of nights
• Preference for male-only, female-only, or co-ed / mixed accommodations
• MasterCard or Visa credit card number and expiration date

Hostelling International-Washington, DC
Attn: Reservations
1009 11th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001