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.
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
Chopt Creative Salad Co. - 2 min walk
Jackpot - 2 min walk
Capital One Café - 1 min walk
Crimson Diner + Whiskey Bar - 1 min walk
Taco Bell Cantina - 1 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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
245 rooms
Arranged over 11 floors
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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)
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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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Reviews
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Eco-friendliness
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The property offers a variety of dining options and a convenient location with many restaurants within walking distance. (33 reviews)
The gym was surprisingly well equipped, clean, and spacious. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
This was a great place to stay and I will be back
April
April, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Staff is very friendly and the Rooftop Bar is great.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
I always stay here when in DC
Always stay here when in DC. Great rates, great location, great staff.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Perfect location for a weekend stay!
Alejandra
Alejandra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Great place to stay
Very small room but clean. The area is very convenient in terms of good food and cross the street from the metro station.
Tian
Tian, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great location. Great value.
Amazing location. The room was clean and staff friendly.
Hunter
Hunter, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Motto
Wonderful stay all the way around.
Tammie
Tammie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
Great value and comfortable. It was within walking distance of most areas of central Washington including museums and the capital.
Oliver
Oliver, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
Friendly staff. Comfy & Micro Rooms
Very neat and orderly hotel. Front staff was very friendly. Rooms are very comfortable but be aware these are micro rooms. Good for a couple mainly. Not for families.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 10, 2025
Clean, new great location small rooms
Super location, clean, new but small - all in all very good
Ulrik
Ulrik, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Great hotel and location
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
Great place for travelers, really friendly staff at front desk.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 11, 2025
Tiny isn't a strong enough word to describe it. The parking is a pain. Both are likely DC things I guess. The staff was friendly. Rooms were clean. Just ridiculously small.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Loved it
Easy access to metro- safe walking area- nice bar an first floor- quiet room despite next to elevator- plenty of room to move around despite micro hotel- would definitely book again
Virginia
Virginia, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 23, 2025
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
Lyndsey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
This hotel was very clean and in a pretty good location. Really efficient hotel.
Jeremy
Jeremy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Good place at all
seda
seda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Easy access to the city center and attractions, as well as great places to eat. Hotel is clean and comfortable.
Oma
Oma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
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.