In the heart of Washington DC, Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center offers an urban retreat with 3 lively bars, a coffee shop/cafe and Crimson Diner serving breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with in-room WiFi while exploring nearby attractions like Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
24/7 front desk
Parking available
Non-smoking
Main amenities (9)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and 3 bars/lounges
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Blackout drapes/curtains
Elevator
Offsite parking available
$93 nightly
The total price is $107
$107 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total includes taxes and fees
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9.09.0 out of 10
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12 reviews
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
142 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
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Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (3x3 Shower)
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing)
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
15 reviews
(15 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Laptop-compatible safe
City view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds
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Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
National Mall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Smithsonian Institution - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
White House - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive
College Park, MD (CGS) - 29 min drive
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 30 min drive
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 36 min drive
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 36 min drive
Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 41 min drive
Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 48 min drive
New Carrollton Station - 13 min drive
Washington Union Station - 17 min walk
Lanham Seabrook Station - 18 min drive
Gallery Place Chinatown Station - 3 min walk
7th St. Convention Center Station - 9 min walk
Center Station - 9 min walk
Restaurants
Clyde's of Gallery Place - 2 min walk
Chopt Creative Salad Co. - 2 min walk
Rocket Bar - 2 min walk
Yard House - 2 min walk
Farmers & Distillers - 3 min walk
About this property
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
When you stay at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Crimson Commons, which serves breakfast and dinner. Also, National Mall and Smithsonian Institution are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and central location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Gallery Place Chinatown Station is 3 minutes and 7th St. Convention Center Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
245 rooms
Arranged over 11 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive smart lock details
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking nearby (USD 25.95 per day; reservations required)
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
To-go breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
Crimson Commons - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Crimson View - This rooftop bar serves brunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Crimson Whiskey Bar - This cocktail bar serves dinner and light fare. Open select days.
Crimson Coffee Bar - Onsite café. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 25 per person
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 25.95 per day (449 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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
Does Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center and nearby?
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center has 3 bars and a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center?
Yes, Crimson Commons offers alfresco dining.
What's the area around Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center like?
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center is in Downtown Washington D.C., a short 3-minute walk from Gallery Place Chinatown Station and 3 minutes' walk from Capital One Arena. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
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Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Restaurant
Bed
Subway
Chinatown
Parking
Bar
Rooftop bar
What guests liked
The property offers a convenient location with plenty of dining options within walking distance. (32 reviews)
The gym was surprisingly well equipped, clean, and spacious. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Perfect location for a weekend stay!
Alejandra
2-night trip
10/10
Amazing location. The room was clean and staff friendly.
Hunter
3-night trip
8/10
Super location, clean, new but small - all in all very good
Ulrik
5-night trip
8/10
Great hotel for the location and price. My room was located under the rooftop restaurant and was noisy at peak times. I noticed a lot of women staying at this hotel, which provided a level of comfort as a solo female traveler.
Lyndsey
2-night trip
10/10
I was nervous of the off-site parking but it worked out. Short walk to the museum and the whiskey bar was amazing. Shout out to the bartender.
Elizabeth
2-night trip
10/10
This hotel was very clean and in a pretty good location. Really efficient hotel.
Jeremy
3-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay. Quiet easy check in.
Nicole
2-night trip
8/10
Entire hotel is very clean. Room is very small about 150 square feet. Tight fit for 2 adults.
Frank
3-night trip
10/10
Lovely hotel
Bonnie
2-night trip
8/10
Nice place to stay, central to everything
James
2-night trip
10/10
Just the place to stay for a short trip
john
1-night trip
8/10
Staff were polite and professional
cynthia
6-night trip
10/10
Second time staying, would stay again. Comfortable, clean, and affordable for a short stay; otherwise it may be too cramped.
Mary
1-night trip
10/10
Nice location and easy to public transport.
Kurt
2-night trip
10/10
Front desk extremely nice and helpful. It is a simple room and small, but it served our needs for our one night stay. Would stay again.
Lavinia
1-night trip
10/10
Great place, great location!
Raul
1-night trip
10/10
Great walking distance to the arena! Very clean and friendly staff.
Brianna
1-night trip
10/10
Great location. Walkable to museums, restaurants, convention center and other conference hotels.
Zoelene
2-night trip
10/10
Very good, clean, perfect for short trips !
Sofia
1-night trip
10/10
Perfect for overnight or long weekend.
Ed
1-night trip
10/10
Room small, but functional. good wifi. all fine.
nice bar, breakfast place on ground floor.
very convenient. 2 mins from Gallery/Chinatown metro. security might be an issue for some. people loiter around metro station and hotel keeps main door locked.
Mary
2-night trip
10/10
Micro hotel so it was very affordable with a rooftop bar, whiskey lounge, and a stadium right across the street. Perfect for a stay cation.
Joshua
1-night trip
10/10
Room was very comfortable. On the small side but has everything a big hotel offers
Paul
4-night trip
10/10
Our check in and check out process was very fast and easy. The room was clean and welcoming. Every interaction we had with the staff was pleasant! We really enjoyed our stay at the Motto and we will definitely book here again in the future.
Kim
2-night trip
10/10
Tiny rooms, but perfect spot to sleep off the Capital game beverages.