🇺🇸 Washington, United States
Caravan Hostel
📍 2311, 18th Street Northwest, Washington, 20009
Your stay — Caravan Hostel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Caravan Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above 5th floor) to minimize potential noise from the street, as 18th Street Northwest is a busy thoroughfare. Consider a room facing the courtyard or east to avoid direct sunlight and potential early morning noise from the street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the elevator on lower floors (1-4) as these tend to be noisier due to increased foot traffic and potential street noise seeping in.
Best views
Rooms on the east side of the hotel (facing 18th Street) may offer a view of the surrounding neighborhood, while rooms on the west side (facing the courtyard) will have a view of the interior courtyard.
Quietest floors
5th floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for occasional noise from the street, especially during rush hour. There is also a possible noise disturbance from the service entrance on the ground floor.
Insider tips
Request a room with a keycard-operated lock for added security. Ask about the availability of a hairdryer in your room, as it may not be standard in all rooms despite being a 3-star hotel.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Caravan Hostel
free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via in-house tablets
16:00-00:00 check-in, 11:00-13:00 early bag-drop, 12:00 late check-out fee 25$
available 24/7, 3$ per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance, accessible rooms available
on-site parking available, 20$ per night; nearest public car park at 1919 18th St NW, 25$ per day; EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 2% DC Accommodations Tax
Deposit & card hold: 50$ advance deposit + 100$ incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: King Emmanuel Baptist Church (222 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Goodwill Baptist Church (238 m · ~3 min walk)
- Synagogue: Moishe House (456 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Augustana Lutheran Church (795 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
DC USA — 1.6 km · ~21 min walk
Kalorama Park — 283 m · ~4 min walk
Laogai Museum — 671 m · ~8 min walk
Mane Auditorium — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Happy Hollow Playground — 201 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 53 m · ~1 min walk
CVS Pharmacy — 519 m · ~6 min walk
Rioja Market — 244 m · ~3 min walk
Calvert Street Terminal — 687 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →United States Dollar, USD
ATMs at banks are the best rate; avoid currency exchange kiosks at airports and tourist areas as they add fees.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless and Apple Pay common; small cash-only spots exist at markets and some taxis.
15-20% at restaurants; $1-2 per drink at bars; $2-5 for hotel staff; taxis round up or tip 10-15%.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a deli or bodega costs about $2.00.
A slice of pizza or a sandwich from a corner store runs around $8-10.
Ethnic takeaway like pupusas or tacos for $10-12 for a main.
Food trucks and stalls along 14th Street and U Street corridor, especially around lunch and evenings.
Trader Joe's and Giant are the main chains in this area.
Thrift stores along 14th Street and Columbia Road offer affordable finds.
A single Metro ride is $2.00 with a SmarTrip card; the cheapest from the airport is the Metrobus 5A to L'Enfant Plaza for $2.00.
Eat at lunch specials instead of dinner; use free museum entry on the National Mall; walk or bike to avoid Uber surge pricing.
Good to know — Washington
Type A/B · 120V
safe
USD ($)
Emergency Contacts
WashingtonWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Washington, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Caravan Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 53 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · CVS Pharmacy — 519 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Dulles International Airport (IAD) → Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station
💡 Buy a SmarTrip card at the airport kiosk before boarding; you'll need it for the transfer to the Silver Line metro into the city.
Wiehle-Reston East Station → Farragut West Station (closest to hotel)
💡 Avoid peak hours (7:30-9:00 AM, 4:30-6:00 PM) if possible — train carriages get stuffed. Stand near the centre of the platform for quicker exit at Farragut West.
Dulles International Airport (IAD) → Corporate Suites Of Washington
💡 Flat rate to DC zones available, but ask the driver to take the Dulles Toll Road to avoid backups on the main highway.
Union Station → Benning Road
💡 This only runs on a limited 2.2-mile loop in Northeast DC, so it's useless for airport transfers. Skip unless you're sightseeing near the Capitol and want a quick hop to the H Street corridor.
About Washington
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Caravan Hostel?
Request a room on a higher floor (above 5th floor) to minimize potential noise from the street, as 18th Street Northwest is a busy thoroughfare. Consider a room facing the courtyard or east to avoid direct sunlight and potential early morning noise from the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Caravan Hostel?
Avoid rooms near the elevator on lower floors (1-4) as these tend to be noisier due to increased foot traffic and potential street noise seeping in.
Is Caravan Hostel noisy?
Be prepared for occasional noise from the street, especially during rush hour. There is also a possible noise disturbance from the service entrance on the ground floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Caravan Hostel?
Rooms on the east side of the hotel (facing 18th Street) may offer a view of the surrounding neighborhood, while rooms on the west side (facing the courtyard) will have a view of the interior courtyard.
What are insider tips for staying at Caravan Hostel?
Request a room with a keycard-operated lock for added security. Ask about the availability of a hairdryer in your room, as it may not be standard in all rooms despite being a 3-star hotel.
What time is check-in at Caravan Hostel?
Check-in at Caravan Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Caravan Hostel have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Caravan Hostel?
2% DC Accommodations Tax
Where can I eat cheaply near Caravan Hostel?
A slice of pizza or a sandwich from a corner store runs around $8-10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Caravan Hostel?
A single Metro ride is $2.00 with a SmarTrip card; the cheapest from the airport is the Metrobus 5A to L'Enfant Plaza for $2.00.
Top Attractions in Washington
💡 Visit in late winter for the orchid display — it’s spectacular. The indoor jungle is warm and humid year-round, so bring a light jacket you can take off.
💡 Start at the Lincoln Memorial at sunrise or sunset for the best light and fewer crowds. Avoid midday in summer — it’s exposed and gets brutal heat.
💡 Go on a weekday and head straight to the Hall of Fossils on the first floor — it’s less crowded than the ground-floor gems. Enter from the Constitution Avenue side to dodge the queue.
💡 Come at night — the monument is lit up and far quieter. You can stand in the same spot Martin Luther King Jr. gave his 'I Have a Dream' speech. On a clear night, the view south to the Jefferson Memorial is good too.
💡 Park at the Nature Center on Glover Road for the best trail access. The Western Ridge Trail is less crowded than the main path. Bring cash for the parking meter — cards don’t always work.