DC International Hostel 2

DC International Hostel 2 — Washington, DC, United States

DC International Hostel 2 is a bare-bones budget hostel in Shaw with shared bathrooms in Washington, DC, United States.

Address: 1418 9TH St NW, Washington. Property ID: 1039005.

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Axel's take: 4.8/10

A convenient location cannot outweigh unreliable basics, even for a budget hostel. a bare-bones budget hostel in Shaw with shared bathrooms, scored for what it is.

DC International Hostel 2 is a bare-bones hostel, not a conventional 2-star hotel: expect dorm beds, shared bathrooms and limited reception. Its strongest asset is the Shaw location, near restaurants, Metro and the convention center. Some guests report helpful staff and an acceptable short stay, but the broader feedback falls below what even simple budget accommodation should deliver. We'd look elsewhere unless keeping costs down is your overriding concern.

Tripadvisor and Booking.com reviews reproduced by Planet of Hotels describe recurring bathroom-cleanliness, bedding and noise problems; hot-water complaints also recur across booking sites. Several 2025 guests report missing supplies or air conditioning not running, although others praise cleanliness and service. Expedia lists no check-in after 9 p.m. Skip it for dependable comfort, quiet sleep or late arrivals. Detailed recent evidence is uneven, so confirm facilities before booking.

• Best for: very budget-focused solo travelers; short stays near the convention center

• Watch out for: recurring cleanliness and hot-water complaints; shared-room and street noise; no after-hours check-in listed

• Location: Walkable Shaw setting near restaurants, the convention center and Mount Vernon Square Metro.

• Rooms: Basic dorms and a twin-room option; shared bathrooms, with recurring bedding and noise complaints.

• Cleanliness: Some positive reports, but repeated bathroom and linen complaints undermine confidence.

• Service: Helpful staff receive praise, but availability and complaint handling are inconsistent.

• Amenities: Wi-Fi, shared kitchen and laundry are listed; guests report gaps in equipment and supplies.

• Fees and surprises: No elevator; Expedia lists check-in from 3–9 p.m. with no after-hours arrivals.

Axel's opinion of DC International Hostel 2, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Expedia · Tripadvisor · en.planetofhotels.com · Kayak · hotelscombined.co.uk. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About DC International Hostel 2

• Property type: Hostel
• 2-star hotel
• 1418 9TH St NW, Washington
• Amenities: Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Free Wi-Fi, Common kitchen
• Check-in from: 15:00
• Check-out by: 11:00
• City page: Hotels in Washington, DC

Room types

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Bed in Dorm

• Room features: Microwave
• Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom
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Bed in Dorm (female dorm)

• Room features: Microwave
• Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom
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Economy room

• Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Economy Double room full double bed

• Beds: full double bed
• Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Economy Double room twin beds

• Beds: twin beds
• Room features: Microwave
• Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Economy room

• Bathroom: Private bathroom
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Economy Single room

• Bathroom: Private bathroom
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Economy Double room full double bed

• Beds: full double bed
• Bathroom: Private bathroom
• Economy Double room full double bed — room photo 1
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• Economy Double room full double bed — room photo 3

Economy Double room 2 twin beds

• Beds: 2 twin beds
• Bathroom: Private bathroom
• Economy Double room 2 twin beds — room photo 1
• Economy Double room 2 twin beds — room photo 2
• Economy Double room 2 twin beds — room photo 3

Economy Triple room full double bed and single bed

• Beds: full double bed and single bed
• Bathroom: Private bathroom
• Economy Triple room full double bed and single bed — room photo 1
• Economy Triple room full double bed and single bed — room photo 2
• Economy Triple room full double bed and single bed — room photo 3

Standard room

• Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Standard room

• Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Single room

• Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Double room full double bed

• Beds: full double bed
• Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Double room twin beds

• Beds: twin beds
• Bathroom: Private bathroom

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