Dc International Hostel 2

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jul 2023

Linh

The hotel is ok to stay with the good cost. I met some nice people during my stay.

It would be great if you could provide some basic/better stuffs for the kitchen such as kettle, some dishes, ect.

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2023

Erum

Initially my experience was not good but after a day, manager Shato helped us a lot and other guests. He ensured to have cleaning and listened to our suggestions of improving. I must appreciate his approach.

With those suggestions, if implemented properly, I truly believe that DC Hostel will improve.

Best of Luck DC International Hostel 2.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2023

Luke

I couldn’t believe how nice it was, I would have stayed longer if I could have.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2023

ADRIAN

pleasant

Business

2/10

Poor

16 Apr 2023

Ryan

My bed was taken when I got back ryan Merlini, no place to sleep

Friends_and_family Friends

2/10

Poor

03 Apr 2023

Quan

This place is the worst place ever. It is stinky. The man didn't even prepare and clean the room for us until we got into the room.

Business Friends

4/10

Poor

02 Apr 2023

Muneeb

Affordable but in stinks

6/10

Pleasant

09 Feb 2023

Verified traveler

Owner's nice enough, but the ability to conduct personal hygiene leaves much to be desired. Mattresses are all severely overdue to be replaced between serviceability and age. Shower water was always ice cold no matter what direction the faucet was turned. Any and all liquid soap was watered down; which is surprising considering we just went through a pandemic where just about everyone learned that you don't water down soap. Ever. Toilet paper takes roughly a business day to replace. Absolutely no paper towels at all. Ended up buying my own bad soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc. so I could conduct what I thought was an acceptable level of hygiene. Cleaning that gets done is with minimal work/effort. Bedsheets also stand to be replaced based on how raggedy some of them are.

I've stayed in hostels before. This is not a typical hostel experience; at least when comparing to hostels in Europe. If you're looking for a place to stay in DC without spending over 100 a night a hostel is the way to go, but bring your own cleaning/hygiene supplies.

Self

2/10

Poor

28 Jun 2022

Evane

Nothing, very dirty place.

Leisure Family_with_children

2/10

Poor

15 Jun 2022

Verified traveler

Avoid

This place was not good in any sense of the word. Maybe it's because I'm 6'2\" with tattoos but i was told I had to schedule a time to use the bathroom as if I know when I'm going to need to urinate or have a bowel movement. Mattress seemed to be two yoga mats together and someone was living in the hostel. Yes, living. There was no bedroom fan or air conditioning and the place needed to be swept, mopped, dusted and vacuumed to even be considered clean but the walls needed to be washed, blinds needed to be fixed and door handles on doors to make this anyone stay at this place.

Self

2/10

Poor

11 Jun 2022

Ross

Poorly run, none of the amenities work, maintenance and cleanliness of the bathrooms etc wasn’t good either, flies in the shower and the whole place smells pretty bad in general. Didn’t feel safe in the place and didn’t trust the people I was staying with to leave my stuff there.

Business Friends

2/10

Poor

05 Jun 2022

Verified traveler

HORRIBLE HOMELESS SHELTER

No hot water, no water fountain, no breakfast, but bunch of homeless people

Business

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2022

Fabiana

There was no toilet paper neither paper towel on the restrooms, if you need to use, you must have some with you;
There is no locker to your personal items be locked while you are sleeping;
The shared bedrooms are mixed so make sure to align your expectations;
The access is just by stairs and all the bedrooms have extra stairs to access, so if you do have mobility issues you cannot consider this place;
There is a small kitchen that you can use to cook your food if you plan to.

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

26 May 2022

Maxim

Crowded old property, the room that I stayed inside has no air whatsoever,no windows, I had to open the door in the middle of the night to get some fresh air. neighbors are burning smelly sticks that makes situation worst!

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2022

Shenita

It was ok

It was ok, bed a little noisy, and they worked on the electric so it was out from, 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and there was no hot water in the bathroom.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 Apr 2022

DINA

Very walkable.

Business Self

2/10

Poor

07 Apr 2022

craig

the area that it is located in is a decent one, the guy checking me in seemed friendly enough, but after I payed I walked into the room to check it out and immediately look down and see dead , squashed bed bugs all over the floor next to the bed I was about to take. I did a u-turn and slept in my rental car parked in front of the building. Nasty place, clean it up!!

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jan 2022

Satira

I liked the fact that it is only one block from major grocery store and easy to get to bus for metro and getting to events and museums. Great location.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

31 Oct 2021

Lucas

There was an upside down American flag in the main area that made me feel unwelcome. I ended up not even staying the night.

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

29 Oct 2021

Travis

Ice cold

They do not have hot water!!! I was there a couple days and tried to shower when no one else was awake and still never even warm water.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

26 Oct 2021

Micheal

True DC Experience

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2021

Maria

Affordable, clean, friendly & safe!

Business_and_leisure

6/10

Pleasant

14 Oct 2021

Verified traveler

Not for me, May work 4 You

I didn't, couldn't stay. It's not for me. Went somewhere else. My rating is basically average, because it couldn't do. I would not of sleep. To close to tight, thought it was a bigger shared room.
The staff was warm and friendly place looked clean

Business

8/10

Excellent

04 Oct 2021

Pauliszia

Staff was very nice, he showed everything that was offer in the house. Loved the red trim it help me from going to the wrong building.

Business Self

2/10

Poor

10 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Rude staff. Don't speak much English. Can't check in after 9 PM! Why! That's a joke. I lost one day because I arrived after midnight. Front door was broken.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

06 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

The room was very messy. There was food, hair, and trash around. The clean sheets had stains. They didn't respect the first room we had booked for 4 and out us in another one of 6, because some guy didn't leave. Why is that out problem? I do not recommend staying here. We had to look for another place at the end and only got half our money back, which I am grateful for, though it seems unfair given that you have to pay before seeing the place. Give yourself some self-respect and look for another place.

Leisure Friends

4/10

Poor

06 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

This was not what I was expecting. I am by no means a snob and have stayed in some places that are less than stellar but this was not worth even the 20$ per night. The location was fantastic but I couldn't stay the night - there was a rat, it smelled, the AC was not on and the bathroom was not clean.
I can't recommend this place - even for the price. I would rather spend the night in my car in a parking garage.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 May 2021

Verified traveler

I like all properties. I can walk around there and enjoy the environment.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2021

Verified traveler

The location was awesome.

6/10

Pleasant

05 Oct 2020

STEPHEN

Disappointing

I very disappointed in the lack of attention to details like bathroom tissue, hand soap, paper towels, “chirping” smoke detectors. I don’t see myself staying here in the future.

Self

2/10

Poor

19 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

The room was dirty and smelling bad. There is just one bathroom and shower for everybody.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

This is a very nice place to stay while in Washington.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

22 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

The bed I slept in was like sleeping on a gymnastics mat. Only one working sink for each floor. Only one working shower for the entire building. Absolutely no lockers to keep your items safe. Furniture was broken. And the towel that was given me, was a hand towel. The only plus side was the sheets were clean.

And when I returned for my 2nd day, the staff thought I was checked out, and deactivated my key.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Jul 2019

Jacob

Nice.

Really good location for old town and South Philly, not so convenient for North Philly

6/10

Pleasant

19 May 2019

Lauren

Close to bars and such, however it would have been nice if the dorm had a fan, as it was very humid. As well the property needs some general maintenance and a deep clean. Some of the taps in the washrooms weren’t secured to the countertops, the shower head was gunked up so it had very little flow, and there was grime in the corners and on the floor. Beds were slightly uncomfortable and could do with replacement. However I did like that the door to the room was scan card access only, so it made me feel safer.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Check in around 1am and he actually

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jan 2019

Theja

Pretty basic.

The hostel is pretty basic. It is in a good location but the kitchen has nothing other than a microwave and fridge. A stove would have been preferable to cook anything.

6/10

Pleasant

25 Sep 2018

Brian

I stayed three nights in the room facing the street on the 3rd floor.

Good points: You wont find ANY motel in DC for $40 a night, Room was quite large for a four bed, Property well taken care of overall. Very accessible from Vernon Hill Metro station and the Giant food store around the corner was a big plus. Security was nice with a key card to enter building and rooms, Power outlet for each bunk.

Bad points:
NO LOCKERS!! This was likely my biggest complaint about the hostel- Even when a past guest mentioned the lack of lockers, and management replied that they DO have them (check other reviews below) there ARE NO LOCKERS!!! Manager was unsympathetic and merely said to not leave wallets or jewelry in the room.

Other bad points were poor water pressure- the shower head was either broken or clogged and gave a small output- barely enough to get wet from, Water got sufficiently hot if given enough time but very poor pressure. Shower door off its track and standing IN the shower, other door wont slide- off rollers. Toilet seat barely attached by one bolt, One window in room had glass broken, Numerous flies hanging out in the shower stall. Didn't appear to have powered AC- had to leave windows open and wait for outside air to drift in. No sign of laundry available.

2/10

Poor

30 Aug 2018

Ranjit Kumar

No

No security is there, even CCTV camera not working and they are useless.

8/10

Excellent

23 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

The staff was extremely helpful! Nice crowd of travelers to keep you company, too.

2/10

Poor

04 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

Cold shower; bad mattress; no curtains. Expensive for the bad experience.

2/10

Poor

02 May 2018

emily

Staff would walk into rooms unexpectedly and without knocking. No hot water, bathroom was dirty and full of flies. Beds were also extremely uncomfortable.

6/10

Pleasant

28 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

To be honest I won't rebook this hotel again because I don't like the system of 8 beds in one room.

6/10

Pleasant

12 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Near downtown DC, good location

Interesting. Supervisor ok, mostly there. No stove. Smelly third floor. Beds noisey, no sheet exchange. Somewhat disorganized

2/10

Poor

03 Apr 2018

David

They need to post they only took to woman

2/10

Poor

29 Mar 2018

david clasby

don't use

run down and dirty; poor amenities

2/10

Poor

07 Mar 2018

Steve

Terrible Customer Service

I called ahead of time as I wouldn’t make 11pm check in. The guy who answered strictly said no check in past 11. So... thanks for leaving me stranded, despite your webpage saying I could make prior arrangements which is why I called. To do that.

I ended up at another hostel thankfully but I will keep this in mind and never refer you to anyone.

6/10

Pleasant

03 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Basic Bed in a common area room

This is a hostel and there were seven other beds in the room five of which were occupied by others. It was fine for a late night arrival. About three blocks away from the Shaw Howard Metro line.

4/10

Poor

16 Feb 2018

Neem

No one at the front disc

I arrived to find no one to chick me in. Waited for 40 minuets. Tried calling the number given by Expedia wasn’t connecting. Called the number from google maps rang the phone in the empty office in front of me. Called Expedia’s costumer service and The did as I did and I was told that I’ll be relocated to another hotel since I wasn’t able to check in. So I left the property. Still on hold with the agent from Expedia. The agent says she called the manager and he said no female has entered the hostel and as he claim, he checked the camera and he could see the man working in the front disc. I was there! I only left when I was told I’ll be relocated. I went back, it took me about 15 minuets. By this time I’ve waited for 40 min before I call and another 40 on the phone with Expedia. I went inside, I was asked to wait again. Another 20 minuets before I finally get the room. I was disappointed with the place and Expedia all together. Wasting 2 hours of my time is irreversible!

8/10

Excellent

31 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Place to Sleep

It was an ok place to sleep for the night. The Staff gave me a hard time around staying there that particular night because they have some \"stupid\" policy about people that live in the local area are only allowed to stay 1 night.