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.
Smithsonian American Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Ford's Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Ronald Reagan 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 International Airport (IAD) - 36 min drive
Baltimore Washington International 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
Jackpot - 2 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 3 min walk
Rocket Bar - 2 min walk
Chopt Creative Salad Co. - 2 min walk
About this property
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
When you stay at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Crimson Commons, which serves breakfast and dinner. Also, National Mall and Smithsonian Institution are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and central location get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive smart lock details
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Off-site parking nearby (USD 25.95 per day; booking 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
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free long-distance and local calls
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Crimson Commons – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Crimson View – This rooftop bar serves brunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Crimson Whiskey Bar – This cocktail bar serves dinner and light fare. Open selected days.
Crimson Coffee Bar – On-site café. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 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 that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, 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 Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown?
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 Downtown?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown?
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 Downtown and nearby?
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown has 3 bars and a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown?
Yes, Crimson Commons offers al fresco dining.
What's the area around Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown like?
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown is in Downtown Washington D.C., a short 3-minute walk from Gallery Place Chinatown Station and 8 minutes' walk from Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Travellers say that the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
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Reviews
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The gym was surprisingly well-equipped, clean, and spacious. (11 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
8 May, 2026
Small rooms but clean with friendly staff
tom
tom, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr, 2026
Pretty small rooms but can’t beat the location though
dominique
dominique, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Apr, 2026
Fun and Nicely decorated for a lower cost hotel. I would definitely stay there again.
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Mar, 2026
Very attentive staff; clean room and excellent location!
Dana
Dana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Apr, 2026
Good location, steps away from hockey a basketball arena
Carlos A
Carlos A, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
6 Apr, 2026
First time in a micro room but the location and parking were fantastic.
Ramona
Ramona, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Mar, 2026
Rooms was very clean and well organized. The location was perfect for our trip. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful…will be my first choice when traveling there again….
brian
brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Apr, 2026
The staff were very pleasant and helpful. The access to the rooftop bar was such a lovely perk. The room was well maintained and efficient for the space. An excellent place to stay, whether in town for a concert at Capital One Arena a block away, or hopping on the Chinatown Metro to any other destination in DC. Any time we ran into hotel staff, they were personable and helpful! We will certainly be staying here on our next DC venture.
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr, 2026
It is located in Chinatown DC.
Lan
Lan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb, 2026
Great place. Highly recommend
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb, 2026
Great room excellent service
jon
jon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan, 2026
Clean room and nice staff. I would stay here again!
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec, 2025
Thanks we loved our stay!
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Feb, 2026
Location to all the museums( within walking distance), room was clean and comfortable. I loved the food choices from within (Crimson bar) to the local Chinese cuisine food places. The Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Antonio
Antonio, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec, 2025
Great stay
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr, 2026
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Ann Potenza
Ann Potenza, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec, 2025
Great location and a fantastic hotel.
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan, 2026
Cozy room, great price
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Dec, 2025
Great location, friendly staff, clean rooms
Sacha
Sacha, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Jan, 2026
Great all around… very clean room, staff was very friendly and nice.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan, 2026
Great staff clean rooms
Jesmar
Jesmar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan, 2026
Clean, comfortable room with great location and vibe