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Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect blend of city charm and modern convenience just steps from the Smithsonian Institution in the heart of Washington DC.

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Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center offers an urban retreat downtown with three bars and the Crimson Diner serving breakfast and dinner. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while exploring nearby attractions like the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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Room, 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(154 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(184 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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City view

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, Accessible (Bunk Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room (Bunk Beds)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • City view

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Single Beds (3x3 Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • City view

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About the area

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., a neighbourhood in Washington, Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Natural History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include National Air and Space Museum and Smithsonian's National Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Washington travel guide
Map
627 H Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001

What's nearby

  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Capital One Arena
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum showing interior views
    Smithsonian American Art Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Was able to capture the symmetry of DC's high-end Center City on a relatively slow Friday evening.
    CityCenterDC
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Washington_WalterEWashingtonConventionCenter_6034985_03
    Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ford\'s Theater featuring signage
    Ford's Theater
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Gallery Place Chinatown Station
    3 min walk
  • Washington Union Station
    17 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jackpot
    2 min walk
  • Capital One Café
    1 min walk
  • Wok and Roll
    2 min walk
  • Taco Bell Cantina
    1 min walk
  • Crimson View
    1 min walk

About this property

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Hotel near Capital One Arena
Located close to Walter E. Washington Convention Center and Smithsonian Institution, Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center provides a coffee shop/cafe, 3 bars and a gym. The on-site restaurant, Crimson Commons, offers breakfast and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • A lift, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 245 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 50-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (USD 25.95 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Breakfast to-go available for a fee 7:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 10 to 25 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Crimson Coffee Bar
  • Crimson Commons
  • Crimson View
  • Crimson Whiskey Bar

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (152 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (81 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 25 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 25.95 per day (449 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

POD DC Hotel Washington
POD DC Hotel
POD DC
POD Hotel DC Washington
POD DC Washington
The POD DC
POD Hotel DC
POD DC
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Hotel
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Washington
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Is Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

As of 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$123.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center located?

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of CityCenterDC and Capital One Arena. Walter E. Washington Convention Center and National Mall are also within 15 minutes. Gallery Place Chinatown Station is only a 3-minute walk and 7th St. Convention Center Station is 9 minutes.

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Reviews

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1208 out of 1847 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 1847 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1847 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1847 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1847 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all around… very clean room, staff was very friendly and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a fantastic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

keke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cheap and great location! The bed was very comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern hotel and rooms. Staff was very friendly and professional. Location was easily walkable to top sights in DC.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Cleanliness..wonderful friendly staff…location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly in the room was very clean plus it was located a really fun area about the stuff to do!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean as always . Nice at check in as always
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amrita

Disliked: Amenities
The staff was courteous
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel really is the best bang for your buck. Location is in china town and has excellent food selections. They also have one of the cutest front desk clerks I’ve ever met in DC. Will definitely book here again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Payten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay! It was perfect since I was out most of the time. Room was refreshed every day and staff was really nice!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rexel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and flexible enough to cater our request.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lena

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean , friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is small but really nice! Staff is very friendly and attentive. H Street is a little noisy but the supply you with a noise machine and earplugs -- I only needed the noise machine to sleep soundly through the night. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was plesant upon arrival and at checkout. Motto is a micro hotel so the room was small, but it was clean and overall a nice room. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Small room but perfectly clean and comfortable. Perfect location for arena with metro stop over the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and super kind staff! I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are small, but grea, very clean worth the price we paid. The staff were very nice, abd helpful. I would recommend this locating to all that need a short stay hotel. Thank you all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless and comfortable. Check-in staff was nice and courteous. Had a great conversation with bartender Freddy, gave us wonderful local recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serdar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, comfortable beds, small but functional room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025