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Reviews of Duo Housing

1223 11th Street Northwest, Northwest, Washington, DC 20001, United States

#127 of 157 hotels in Washington

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1724 hostel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The steps in the bunker beds ended too far from the ground, requiring a literal “jump” to the ground when staying on an upper bed. But the worst by far were the showers. Barely any water pressure and the only one with better water pressure had such a high temperature, non adjustable, that made it practically impossible to shower there, as if it was literally out of service. Signs saying “10 minute showers please” when in 10 minutes I could barely get my hair wet enough to shampoo. Rinsing anything out was a nightmare. This should be fixed urgently. If I hadn’t decided to travel last minute and that specific location wasn’t crucial for me, I would have definitely not stayed there essentially because of the terrible quality of the showers, from which only a few drops of water came out every time.

    The bed linen and towels, as well as the mattress and the pillow, had good quality. The pancakes for breakfast were also very good though breakfast didn’t offer much more than that. Bathrooms reasonably clean.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    9.0
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water pressure

    Cleanliness and good staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    9.0
    Nice, quite
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff members were super helpful

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not to many showers. The shared showers do not close. It can be crowded in the morning.

    Excellent staff. Very helpful and kind. Everything was very clean.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    7.0
    Fair but the rooms were tiny and no Peking spaces
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 2-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No parking lots, no table int the room, too tiny room.

    The kitchen which I used . Rest rooms were clean. Faculty is maintain Lu fairly well.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A 4-bed dorm so small that you can't even open your suitcase is less than ideal.

    Staff was kind, common areas looked nice (but we didn't spend time there).

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    9.0
    We loved it !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only problem was a guest who woke us all up the first night, with an apparent phone conversation in the middle of the night and of the dorm, followed by rushing in and out with his flashlight on ! Maybe that Russian, business-like guy ?

    Great location, with restaurants and supermarket next door, comfortable and very clean facilities, we especially loved the terrace ! The free pancake breakfast on Sunday was also a big plus, not only for the food, but for the chance to get together with the other guests !

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    9.0
    Great staff, good location, nice breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I didn't like to leave my shoes near the entrance.

    The breakfast was good, but it would have been even better if there had been some milk with the coffee.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2025

    8.0
    Free breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Free breakfast! The staff are kind and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    8.0
    A bit further from the city centre, but comfortable and affordable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable bed in a separate house, so it wasn’t crowded. Bathroom dedicated to the room. Breakfast served in the morning was a good perk.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No privacy curtains on beds - not a big deal, but it would be a nice thing to have

    Very clean, great staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    One has to strip the line off the bed while checking out ( it is not uncommon in hostels) but me being allergic a bit, its not a comfy thing to do

    Nice , clean and a smart place to stay on a budget.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers weren’t working well and there are a lot of stairs.

    I really liked the free breakfast and the friendliness of the staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The windows don't open and there was no fresh air in the room

    Staff and free breakfast

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    8.0
    Good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed is not good inside room hot and itching or one old man to much problem not sleep full night to much smelly he was long time live this hostel also room is small 10 beds

    All over good

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    9.0
    A BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough privacy when you want to have personal space.

    Staff was very friendly. Plenty of people to talk to.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    7.0
    It was good, but hotel may be a better option
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much interaction, like other hostels

    Location

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    7.0
    Not too expensive basic hostel-type accommodation. Great option if you're visiting D.C. on a budget.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Bathrooms were cleanish, however smaller and dated. (Do bring your own soap) Rooms felt hot (especially because it was hot outside too, like 30C) during my stay, especially at night. Breakfast is basic, yet tasty. The accommodation is dated, and you notice that in the bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.

    Location is at 5-10min walk from the Conference center. Staff is friendly (even if you'd want to leave bags upon arrival or checkout). Accommodation is basic, which is expected from a hostel type accommodation. Bed sheets were clean. Towels were provided (however do ask for them). Only used the breakfast once, however, their pancakes were lovely. Beyond the pancakes there were limited options. Neighborhood is relatively quiet at night yet did not feel unsafe. Metro station at 5-10min walk, multiple bus stops within 5-10 min walk as well. The accommodation has two locations (one a couple doors down from the main one), both with kitchens and fridges. (Great if you're wanting to kook your own dinner! A large supermarket is at 15-20 min walk away)

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower pressure was very weak.

    Pancake breakfast, friendly staff, shoes off inside building made it feel homely.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    Good Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was unaware of the requirement to remove shoes before entering the lobby. If I had been informed of this policy beforehand, I would have prepared accordingly and brought slippers to wear indoors. Having to walk barefoot was somewhat uncomfortable.

    Staff and Breakfast

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They mingle male and female guests.

    Nice guys and price.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They mingle male and female guests

    Nice guys and nice price.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    9.0
    very good option for Washington DC. clean, center, nice breaky
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 1 night

    no privacy in beds, just adding curtains would cost you probably 5$ but it already elevates an experience! Something that hostel has no control over but it feels like there was some sort of kleptomaniac in my room. in 4 days I lost 2 sets of used earplugs, sleeping mask, a pair of underwear and an old hat. all was stored either under the bed or on the bed in the same time nothing valuable was taken even it was also easily accesible. No blame to hostel just quite pity.

    Given USA hostel standards this hostel exceeded my expectations. Very clean, plenty of shared space, nice terrace, very cool breakfasts, very good security, multiple sets of free towels, fast wifi.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 12 bed mixed dormitory room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water pressure at some toilets and showers was low. Breakfast could be a bit more diverse, although pancakes were delicious.

    Staff was very friendly, sheets and towels were clean. Toilets were quite clean.

    Stayed in June 2025

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