About Hotel Hive

What is a microhotel?

A microhotel is a hotel designed around efficient, thoughtfully planned rooms that focus on what matters most to today’s traveler: comfort, location, and value. Instead of oversized rooms with unused space, microhotels prioritize smart layouts, quality finishes, and well designed shared areas.

At Hotel Hive, microhotel rooms are compact but intentional. Every square foot serves a purpose, creating a comfortable stay without excess.

How is a microhotel different from a traditional hotel?

Traditional hotels often dedicate a lot of space to features many guests rarely use. A microhotel rethinks that model by offering smaller guest rooms paired with inviting common spaces.

The result is a streamlined experience that feels modern, efficient, and more affordable, especially in high demand urban locations like Washington, DC.

Are microhotel rooms comfortable?

Yes. Comfort is the foundation of a well designed microhotel. At Hotel Hive, rooms feature comfortable beds, private bathrooms, strong WiFi, and soundproofing, all in a layout designed to feel calm and functional.

Smaller does not mean cramped. It means intentional.

Who is a microhotel best for?

Microhotels are ideal for travelers who value location, efficiency, and smart design. That includes business travelers, solo travelers, couples, and anyone who plans to spend their time exploring the city rather than sitting in their room.

If you want a great night’s sleep, a central location, and a modern experience without paying for unused space, a microhotel is a strong fit.

Why choose a microhotel in Washington, DC?

In a walkable, fast paced city like Washington, DC, location matters more than room size. A microhotel allows you to stay in the heart of the city while keeping rates approachable.

Hotel Hive puts guests steps from major attractions, dining, and public transit, with everything you need and nothing you don’t.

Is a microhotel the same as a capsule hotel?

No. Capsule hotels typically offer sleeping pods with shared bathrooms and minimal privacy. A microhotel offers private rooms and bathrooms, along with hotel level amenities, just in a more efficient footprint.

Hotel Hive combines privacy, comfort, and modern design in a way capsule hotels do not.

Due to our micro size, we are unable to accommodate bikes on property. We offer bike locks for street racks or complimentary bike parking at Columbia Plaza Parking across the street.

Still curious what room type will suit you best? Here are a few tips from us insiders to help you decide which option is best for you.

• Every room at Hive is a different size and shape. No two rooms are exactly alike.
• Buzz rooms can be located on our basement level.
• All twin beds are Buzz rooms.
• Hive rooms are our quieter rooms.
• Loft rooms are not bigger.
• Room size correlates with bed size — Kings are always bigger (recommended for those looking for extra space).

We’ll always do our best to meet preferences, but they cannot always be guaranteed.

Check-in is 3:00pm.
Check-out is 11:00am.

We are a smoke-free property. A $250 fee will be charged for smoking, vaping, or using e-cigarettes in your room.

All of our rooms can accommodate 1 to 2 people max, and were designed with the micro mentality in mind. We do not offer two beds in a room other than in our Bunk Bed type. If you’re traveling with family or friends, however, we offer adjoining rooms and bunk rooms to keep groups together.

Our property is ADA accessible with guest room options including Buzz Twin, Hive Bunk, or Hive Queen room types. Click here to see all of our accessible features. Please note in your reservation you will need an ADA accessible room and reach out to our team at (202) 849-8499 or email info@hotelhive.com to ensure we make your stay as comfortable as possible!

Experience the convenience of working out on your own time, in your own room, with our Fitness on the Go program. We provide a complimentary bag of workout equipment along with access to hundreds of online workout videos for your use during your stay, ensuring you can stay active wherever your travels take you.
Contact the front desk for more information and start your Fitness on the Go journey today!

…So they stay for free. We love them so much, in fact, that we never want them to be lonely. Under no circumstance are they to be left unattended in rooms. Make sure when choosing a room to note your furry friend’s size — for your comfort and theirs — and please notify the Front Office so we can prepare accordingly.

In keeping with our promise to connect you with the city, we’ve partnered with Columbia Plaza Parking to give you access to nearby parking. You can park in the garage for just $29 per 24-hour period. To obtain the discount, please let the front desk know you are parking, and we will provide you with the chaser ticket to be used when exiting the garage.

While we don’t offer onsite parking, our garage is located in Columbia Plaza, diagonally across the street at 2400 Virginia Avenue, NW. Use this map for directions. Although we salute the light travelers out there, you are welcome to drop off your bags at the hotel before you park.

We like to tell you what you’re paying for up front so there are no surprises later. We charge 15.95% tax, plus incidentals. Incidentals? We hold $50 per room, in case you’re so inclined to charge pizza or drinks. With &pizza and Hive Bar at your fingertips, we know it’ll be hard to resist. But if you have superhuman willpower and don’t purchase anything, your deposit will of course be returned at checkout. Please note — debit cards can take 7 to 10 days to process.

In an effort to keep it green and not disturb your stay, housekeeping service is available on an opt-in basis. If you wish to receive housekeeping service for stays of 2 nights or more, please notify our guest services team upon arrival.

Let’s keep transactions fast and easy. We accept chip-enabled Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express credit, or debit cards for room payments. We also require one to check in. Additionally, no cash or gift cards will be accepted.