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Hotels near Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C.

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Best hotels near Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C.

4.6/547 Reviews
4.6/5Outstanding47 Reviews
The Mall
Washington D.C.
|0.57km from Smithsonian Institution
The price is expensive and the service is great. At night, I will place Evian mineral water and cups on the bedside table, place foot mats next to the bed and washstand, fill the ice cubes with ice cubes, and turn on the sleep aid music. It is in all hotels I have stayed abroad the best.
4.1/5117 Reviews
4.1/5Very Good117 Reviews
Washington D.C.
|0.6km from Smithsonian Institution
It’s a nice looking hotel because it’s pretty new and the rooms are large but that’s about it. The beds are incredibly uncomfortable. One of my pillows had what I think was a makeup stain on it. The garbage bags were hanging over the side of the garbage pail for us to put in which I normally wouldn’t care but not if you’re going to charge $400 a night. The staff was not very friendly. I asked the front desk for restaurant recommendations she said “I don’t know.“ i asked if there was some shopping by the wharf or if it’s just restaurants she said “I don’t know” The hotel restaurant was just okay. The service wasn’t friendly or very good and it was very expensive. They say the location is convenient but it’s NOT. You’re a 30 minute walk from the monuments and tourist attractions. The walk to the wharf is over a large hill and across a very busy road.
4.2/5128 Reviews
4.2/5Very Good128 Reviews
Washington D.C.
|0.68km from Smithsonian Institution
This hotel was okay for the price, but let me quickly highlight this hotel. 1. Two nights with parking $718 2. Breakfast buffet in hotel$20 a person not a whole lot of choices. 3. Bar and Grill in restaurant average cost $15 per plate 4. The side of the Hotel with the single elevator, are the train tracks. Ask to stay away from the train tracks!! Train runs all night and blows its horn. 5. I asked the security guard at the hotel where a store was so that we can buy soft drinks and juice. He directed me to another hotel that has a quick to go market in their Lobby. Asking a local on my way to that hotel, the local directed us to a CVS about a 10-minute walk away. Upon returning to our hotel, we came in through the main lobby and saw a quick to go market off to the side of the front desk, and it was open 😡 5. This hotel is dog friendly although I never saw a dog relief area. So I suppose you have to take your dog before a walk on the street. And that area had plenty of dog walkers. 6. The parking garage is super small and tight. If you have a two-door Jeep, you'll find it just comfortable. Anything bigger, and you'll be upset. 7. The sink in our bathroom was stopped up, but I did not tell the hotel staff about it so that's my fault. 8. At check-in, the representative at the front desk did not offer any other information than what I asked for. So if I didn't know to ask... 9. It is a central location to the museums and the mall, so please once you park don't move your vehicle. Get good old-fashioned exercise and walk. 10. There are two food trucks right across the street from the hotel although I never saw anyone man them. There is a McDonald's at the corner and a mom and Shop Pizzeria next to the McDonald's. The pizzeria is probably the least expensive and most delicious of the food that we've had the entire weekend. It was good for what I needed; the room was large, the bed was comfortable and the shower was nice and hot. I do believe next time I'll just take the Amtrak train for the day and save my $700!
4.5/5110 Reviews
4.5/5Excellent110 Reviews
Washington D.C.
|0.68km from Smithsonian Institution
So, I booked this hotel when it was the Mandarin Oriental, and before I stayed it was taken over by Salamander. Honestly, other than a few slapdash items that said Salamander, you wouldn't have really known based on the ”stuff” around that this was anything other than a MO. That said, check in took 20 minutes, which is way too long for an average Monday evening. The room was fine, though no real ammenities in there (sure there was a robe and some unstamped slippers, but eh), the gym was fine, but no water anywhere on the floor nor any attendant to point out where to put used towels (no basket in the gym or outside area). The TV in my room also said ”This room has been checked out” from the minute I arrived until I left. I was able to change to normal channels, but that lack of detail that shouldn't exist at this price range. One other oddity - when I was going to my room (9th floor), there was a random chair in an otherwise empty hallway that had a different large man sitting in it each time I passed. Not sure if something was going on in one of the rooms or if they were some sort of private security, but it felt weird, to be totally honest. This is a great hotel location (near the Wharf) and it is unquestionably a really really nice hotel, but there are certainly some growing pains. I'd expect once they fix those, it'll be a really nice place to stay.
5/50 Reviews
5/5Perfect0 Reviews
Penn Quarter
Washington D.C.
|0.79km from Smithsonian Institution
With a stay at this apartment in Washington (Downtown Washington D.C.), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Smithsonian American Art Museum. This apartment is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from National Mall and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Smithsonian Institution.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.Make yourself comfortable in your apartment, featuring a refrigerator and a Smart TV. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower.Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
0/50 Reviews
Penn Quarter
Washington D.C.
|0.79km from Smithsonian Institution
With a stay at this apartment in Washington (Downtown Washington D.C.), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Capital One Arena and Smithsonian American Art Museum. This apartment is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from National Mall and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Smithsonian Institution.Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
4.4/5107 Reviews
4.4/5Excellent107 Reviews
Washington D.C.
|0.83km from Smithsonian Institution
This was an overall great stay. I was in town for business meetings and would recommend this hotel for SURE for a short stay. The rooms are predictable (if you have ever stayed at CitizenM anywhere else, then you know exactly what to expect) and comfortable. The wifi is good, the A/C is great, the shower and soap are great. Overall fantastic experience.
4.4/5107 Reviews
4.4/5Excellent107 Reviews
Penn Quarter
Washington D.C.
|0.91km from Smithsonian Institution
The hotel is comfortable and spacious, with the elegance of an old-fashioned hotel. The breakfast is freshly made and delicious. Go to the central grassland, the core attraction, and the White House can be reached on foot. Two blocks away is Chinatown, which is convenient for eating. Macy's and various famous stores are not far away. One stop for all requirements. The only downside is that there is a humming in the ventilation duct that is facing, it must be replaced.
4.1/5102 Reviews
4.1/5Very Good102 Reviews
Penn Quarter
Washington D.C.
|0.94km from Smithsonian Institution
The hotel is conveniently located close to famous attractions. The decoration style of the hotel is very good, the room is very nice and clean. There is also a gym, bar, very convenient.
4.3/5125 Reviews
4.3/5Excellent125 Reviews
Penn Quarter
Washington D.C.
|0.96km from Smithsonian Institution
The location is good, close to attractions, major buses and subway stations. The hotel room is also quite large, but I found that the soap was only given once and the bed sheets were not changed after staying for 5 consecutive days. However, the waiter did not accept tips in the following days. The hotel has parking, but the parking fee is quite expensive.
3.8/5104 Reviews
3.8/5104 Reviews
Washington D.C.
|0.98km from Smithsonian Institution
I've stayed here multiple times since 2021 and the customer service by the staff is always exceptional. Easy walking distance to the mall and the sites. I was there for business and virtual calls. If you need to do virtual work please get there early and make sure your wireless is up. If it's slow the front desk is amazing and helping out. My room was quiet, even with youth down the hall.
4.6/588 Reviews
4.6/5Outstanding88 Reviews
The Mall
Washington D.C.
|1.01km from Smithsonian Institution
We enjoyed a very special anniversary night at The Willard Intercontinental. I’ve lived in Washington DC for more than 30 years, but like most natives have rarely taken a vacation in my home town. I’ve always been fascinated by the long and storied history of The Willard, but never experienced it first-hand. I booked a regular one bedroom suite for my husband and I to celebrate our fifth anniversary. The Willard Intercontinental is dog-friendly, so we brought our dog with us to celebrate. A couple of days before checking in, I discovered through the IHG app that we were being upgraded to the Abraham Lincoln Suite. I am Intercontinental Ambassador and IHG Platinum Elite, but this upgrade exceeded all expectations. We arrived at the hotel and everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. The suite was very well-appointed and huge! We brought our own champagne and ordered a room service dinner up to our suite. The food was delicious, and not as expensive as we were expecting. The fact that this suite had a formal dining room, and a small catering kitchen made dining in the suite very convenient. After dinner we took our dog out for a walk to the Washington Monument and the White House….both only a 5-10 minute walk away. Thanks to everyone at The Willard Intercontinental for making our fifth anniversary so magical. We really appreciate it.

Reviews of Hotels near Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C.

Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC
4.2/5114 Reviews
Downtown Washington
Washington D.C.
|0.64km from city center
Hamilton hotel is by far my favorite hotel in DC. Location is perfect, Staff are very welcoming and engaged, lobby and room are spotless. Have stayed several times and it gets better and better everytime. Cant wait to return. Thank you for another great stay
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Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Downtown
4.1/5111 Reviews
Downtown Washington
Washington D.C.
|0.85km from city center
My wife and I just spent 6 wonderful days staying at the Hilton Garden Inn! The hotel is in a great location and is very clean and well appointed but I must say, the thing that puts it over the top is the exceptional service!! From our check in at the front desk with Tyler who took care of all of our needs and always had the time to chat and answer any questions to the servers we encountered it was fabulous. A special call out to the following people: Robert the bartender was simply the best! In addition to making great drinks, he was very personable, engaging, and became a friend during our visit. The restaurant servers were equally fantastic. Nitporn, Mooggii, and Amel, we’re phenomenal!!They went out of their way every day to greet us and took the time to take a sincere interest in us personally and how our trip was going. They were very efficient and always had a smile on their face no matter how hectic the restaurant became. They also became friends during our visit. We have traveled around the world and stayed at many hotels in our life but never received better service even very expensive 5 star establishments. This is now our hotel of choice in DC and will highly recommend it to all of our friends in Oregon!!
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From$229
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington, D.C. Downtown
4.1/5117 Reviews
Downtown Washington
Washington D.C.
|0.27km from city center
This review is not based on my latest visit, but, rather my experiences when I lived in DC for four years while attending Georgetown and later trips to visit friends and family. I won’t discuss surrounding areas such as historic Alexandria, Civil War battlefields and Washington’s home Mt Vernon. We were ridiculously lucky on our last trip which was in August as the weather was atypical DC… cool and low humidity. First suggestion, don’t travel to DC in peak summer months as it’s hot and humid, unless, of course, you love sweating your skin off. DC is a beautiful city and it has been dramatically gentrified over the years, areas that decades ago would have been dangerous to visit are now very safe. Of course you should take the Capitol Building tour, the White House tour, see the Archives, tour the FBI building, Library of Congress, Arlington Cemetery, Washington Cathedral, and visit the numerous museums, if you are into museums. For those of you who are willing to go the distance, check out the crypts at the National Cathedral, see the bizarre National Museum of Health and Medicine, yes, they have the bullet that killed Lincoln, stop by the Anderson House for a free tour, visit Hillwood Estate and Gardens, the former home of Marjorie Merriweather Post, and walk the grounds of the Congressional Cemetery. However, what many tourists do not do, and they should, is explore the neighborhoods and walk the streets of Georgetown, Adams-Morgan, DuPont Circle, Capitol Hill, Columbia Heights, and Kolorama to name a few. While touring the historic Capitol Hill neighborhood, stop by the Eastern Market and pick up some fresh food. Take walking tours, you can’t take enough walking tours. Free Tours by Foot is excellent and offer a variety of tours. I highly recommend Historic Georgetown and the any of their Ghost Tours at night. Also, local historian, Ed Moser, offers an excellent tour of Lafayette Square. Plan to see and visit the National Monuments at night… they look spectacular. If it’s still possible to go to the top of the Washington Monument, once again, do it at night. And for those who love the trails… visit Rock Creek Park and Roosevelt Island. Also, don’t forget to explore the campus of Georgetown University… walk into Healey Hall and take a look at Riggs Library one of the few remaining cast iron libraries in the USA. Stop by Old North where George Washington once spoke. And since you are in the area, stop by and visit Dumbarton Oaks and Tudor Place, the family home of Martha Washington. Finally, don’t forget to take a boat ride on the C&O canal in Georgetown, the rides are available Wednesday to Sunday. One more thing… I’m not a foodie, but, stop by and pick up a cupcake at Baked and Wired on Jefferson Street in Georgetown not far from the canal… bon appetite!!
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From$290
AC Hotel Washington DC Capitol Hill Navy Yard
4.2/5108 Reviews
Navy Yard
Washington D.C.
|4.01km from city center
Nice big hotel, but not the cleanest. Found several different hairs in the shower, bathroom and by the bed that weren’t mine and they were different colors. Bed was comfy and the gym was really good (new, huge and clean), because it’s a private gym for people who live in the luxury building across the street. Check-in staff were friendly :).
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Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
4.1/5103 Reviews
District Wharf
Washington D.C.
|3.35km from city center
The location is excellent, in the dock area, it seems to be the local high-end living and entertainment area, the restaurants are relatively high-end. The night view is not bad. The hotel is very new, the door is small, the lobby needs to take the elevator to the second floor. The room is large, the health is good, and the view is good. The only downside is that the water in the faucet is not very clean at first, so it will be fine for a while.
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Holiday Inn Washington Capitol-National Mall, an IHG Hotel
4.2/5128 Reviews
Washington D.C.
|2.81km from city center
This hotel was okay for the price, but let me quickly highlight this hotel. 1. Two nights with parking $718 2. Breakfast buffet in hotel$20 a person not a whole lot of choices. 3. Bar and Grill in restaurant average cost $15 per plate 4. The side of the Hotel with the single elevator, are the train tracks. Ask to stay away from the train tracks!! Train runs all night and blows its horn. 5. I asked the security guard at the hotel where a store was so that we can buy soft drinks and juice. He directed me to another hotel that has a quick to go market in their Lobby. Asking a local on my way to that hotel, the local directed us to a CVS about a 10-minute walk away. Upon returning to our hotel, we came in through the main lobby and saw a quick to go market off to the side of the front desk, and it was open 😡 5. This hotel is dog friendly although I never saw a dog relief area. So I suppose you have to take your dog before a walk on the street. And that area had plenty of dog walkers. 6. The parking garage is super small and tight. If you have a two-door Jeep, you'll find it just comfortable. Anything bigger, and you'll be upset. 7. The sink in our bathroom was stopped up, but I did not tell the hotel staff about it so that's my fault. 8. At check-in, the representative at the front desk did not offer any other information than what I asked for. So if I didn't know to ask... 9. It is a central location to the museums and the mall, so please once you park don't move your vehicle. Get good old-fashioned exercise and walk. 10. There are two food trucks right across the street from the hotel although I never saw anyone man them. There is a McDonald's at the corner and a mom and Shop Pizzeria next to the McDonald's. The pizzeria is probably the least expensive and most delicious of the food that we've had the entire weekend. It was good for what I needed; the room was large, the bed was comfortable and the shower was nice and hot. I do believe next time I'll just take the Amtrak train for the day and save my $700!
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Hotel Arboretum
3.8/515 Reviews
Northeast
Washington D.C.
|5.66km from city center
I came to the Holiday Inn Express with two of my friends and the assistant manager Ibrahim was very helpful when we had some trouble checking in and he was very helpful throughout the process of helping us. Very professional and my friend and I will definitely come back to this hotel because of him.
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Washington Hilton
4.4/5118 Reviews
Adams Morgan
Washington D.C.
|1.29km from city center
We chose the Hilton because of its location at DuPont Circle and proximity to the metro. It was perfect. Very clean and excellent service. We had a corner room with large windows and a nice view. We weren’t able to check in early and still have our chosen room but we left our luggage with the bell captain, parked and went off to explore on foot for awhile, taking the advice from a helpful front desk clerk for a nice place for lunch close by. Everything was close by. It worked out perfectly. The price of the hotel was excellent too which offset the cost of parking ($56/day) in the garage below where the car stayed for the whole trip. It was very easy to park and get back inside. The restaurants looked lovely but we didn’t eat there. There were just too many local choices and we were out walking most of the day. The bell captain was helpful in getting us a cab one cold evening when my Uber app was be working well. He went outside in the cold until he was able to hail one for us (comparable in price to the Uber we would’ve taken) Lovely stay. Highly recommend.
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The Architect
3.8/5101 Reviews
Downtown Washington
Washington D.C.
|0.44km from city center
The location is very convenient and not far from the subway station. The only regret is that the lights and exhausts of the bathroom are a switch, and the sound of the exhaust is too noisy, and the bathroom is blacked out several times.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
4.5/560 Reviews
West End
Washington D.C.
|1.13km from city center
The room is good, it feels that the service does not match the hardware of the hotel, it seems that their front desk is more enthusiastic to serve whites! The small refrigerator is still locked, it is speechless, and I have lived in many high-end hotels. This situation is unique... Overall, the experience is not so good, it needs to be improved, there is no coffee machine in the room, the front desk says that the lobby is always available. However, after the first day of drinking, there was no more &#128531;&#128531;&#128531;&#128531;&#128531; friends lived next to Hyatt, which is a good price.
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Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
4.6/547 Reviews
The Mall
Washington D.C.
|1.65km from city center
The price is expensive and the service is great. At night, I will place Evian mineral water and cups on the bedside table, place foot mats next to the bed and washstand, fill the ice cubes with ice cubes, and turn on the sleep aid music. It is in all hotels I have stayed abroad the best.
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Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Gateway
2.6/529 Reviews
Northeast
Washington D.C.
|5.81km from city center
I’ve stayed here a lot recently. Nothing is as good as my first time there. Last time the room had spider webs it was disappointing. The most recent my reservation was for one night. There was a lot of loud activity at intervals during the night When I finally got to sleep … EARLY AM some child called my room 3 times the last time she said that I was making too much noise tgenight before when asked for her Mother or an adult she hang up. Later that evening I found out I needed to stay another night. OMG !! Loud noise all night long KIDS sounded like they were running the olympics called the desk they said they would send security. The still kept up the nose and running. Finally got to sleep 7-730 I thought they were doing construction. Unbelievable. The Hotel has three sections I hope the next stay won’t be in two or three
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Hampton Inn Washington, DC/White House
4.2/5114 Reviews
Downtown Washington
Washington D.C.
|0.85km from city center
The staff is amazing. It was raining one night while walking to dinner and the front desk gave me her own personal umbrella to use. Our flight was cancelled and booking an extra night stay was very easy and the staff was so accommodating. The rooms were great too. There is no view, but the layout of the rooms are pretty great and quiet. The ”06” rooms are the best in the hotel and I would request this room on any floor. The location is a block from metro stations. Also walking distance to white house and many restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
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The Darcy Washington DC
4.4/5107 Reviews
Shaw
Washington D.C.
|0.1km from city center
This was my third visit to The Darcy in DC. The bathrooms are small, but the rooms are very comfortable. I love the daily cocktail tasting, and the staff are always exceptional. The location is ideal with outstanding restaurants and shopping within walking distance.
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The Churchill Hotel Near Embassy Row
4.3/5106 Reviews
Sheridan-Kalorama
Washington D.C.
|1.37km from city center
The hotel is opposite the Hilton Washington Hotel, the price is very close to the people, the service attitude is also very good, there is a bus stop at the entrance, health is also very good, convenient transportation. The hotel is also very quiet and suitable for rest.
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Hampton Inn Washington DC NoMa Union Station
4/543 Reviews
Ivy City / Gallaudet
Washington D.C.
|3.45km from city center
Stayed in Washington for two nights and stayed at this hotel. There is a shuttle bus from Union Station to the hotel, but it is a long time to go to the hotel from the station, so we didn't sit back to the hotel's shuttle bus. However, it is still possible to sit out from the hotel. The tip is given depending on the situation. We have given it a few times, but it has not been given. If you go to the hotel to take the red line subway, get off at the noma station and use the Google map to navigate back. There are not many people passing by. Speaking of hotel facilities, it is still very good. There is 24h coffee on the first floor and there will be cookies or fruit. The breakfast variety is also good. The bed linen in the room is very good, and the shower gel is exposed to the body. There is a dryer on the third floor of the opposite home suit, which can also be accessed with the inn room card. There is a microwave in the room, of course, the coffee machine is also a must. Apart from the location is not convenient, the rest are very good.
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The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.2/5105 Reviews
Downtown Washington
Washington D.C.
|0.41km from city center
Not staying at other hotels in Washington, may not be objective. This hotel is more expensive, the service is general, the room is very small and very small, the room window arranged for me is a dark window, the indoor ventilation is poor, the bed is small (the waiter said it is a big bed room, but only 1.5 meters wide), even wifi has to charge, It is free to apply with the waiter. Cleaning the room attendant is quite good. Maybe the location is better, but it is recommended to stay a little farther. After all, uber is very convenient.
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Motel 6 Washington, DC
2.4/56 Reviews
Fort Totten-Upper Northeast
Washington D.C.
|7.26km from city center
On the outskirts of Washington, you need to take the bus to the center of Washington. There is a supermarket nearby and there is a Chinese fast food takeaway. There are more black people around. Go out less at night. It is ok to live.
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Washington Marriott Capitol Hill
4.3/594 Reviews
NoMa / Sirsum Corda
Washington D.C.
|2.76km from city center
Wow!! From our check in to check out, customer service was fantastic at the Marriott Capitol Hill! The Hotel Manager Arch greeted us during our dinner meal. Our server Delmy was professional, friendly and knowledgeable of menu choices. Clearly the commitment to excellence is a common practice throughout. Thanks for exceptional team work for this hotel brand.
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U Street Hostel
4/526 Reviews
Shaw
Washington D.C.
|1.22km from city center
It's good, but the accommodation without an outlet near the bed is hairy and I saw it for the first time. It looks like a capsule bed, but it's actually a little bit of a carelessness. Good value for money
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Washington, DC/New York Avenue
4.1/5107 Reviews
Northeast
Washington D.C.
|5.71km from city center
We were welcomed by a friendly Front Desk Receptionist. There is no valet as described but it’s self park for $30 a day. No mobile key available at this hotel. No key drop box availble for those who checked out in the app. The hallway was as hot as being outside. Our room was clean buy AC was not consistent in keeping the room cool. Phone in the room was defective. Front Desk could barely hear you. We had to request additional bathroom stuff using the app. I requested for facial tissue since the one left there had a single tissue in it but we never got it. Complimentary breakfast is freshly made and the dining staff was accommodating. Check out was easy thru the app. The staff were all friendly and accommodating. Affordable hotel if you’re in DC and don’t want to be at the Capitol area.
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Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C.
4.7/543 Reviews
Georgetown
Washington D.C.
|1.82km from city center
Excellent hotel, central in Georgetown. Superb service, top-notch fitness facility, very good restaurant. All the staff at the Four Seasons are super friendly and helpful. Rooms super quiet and very well appointed. I was happy to be upgraded and was able to use my Trip Coins to slightly lower the cost. Hope to be back again!
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Residence Inn Washington, DC/Dupont Circle
4.3/546 Reviews
Dupont Circle
Washington D.C.
|0.97km from city center
This hotel is a bit further from city center and it is at least a 20-minute walk to the Foggy Bottom metro stop. Something to consider if you need to get around DC via metro. Nonetheless, the area has various food options nearby. The hotel is small and dated. From the rooms to furniture around the hotel, you can tell it hasn't been updated in years. I arrived and the front desk woman was on the phone and went into the back room to talk. I stood waiting at an empty desk for some time. Eventually she came out to check me in. They seemed short staffed as she was checking me in, answering calls, baking cookies, making popcorn, etc. They had a water jug with lemons in the lobby that was almost empty, and I asked if there was more water. She told me she gave me a water bottle when I checked in. True, but I was wondering about the lemon water. Probably helpful if they had one more person at the desk. Anyway, if you get lucky enough to be there when someone is baking be sure to grab the hot chocolate chip cookies. I got upgraded to a huge 2-bedroom apt style room with a full kitchen. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need for an extended stay. The rooms are cleaned every other day unless you make a request. Wifi is a bit slow. Bathroom has big bottles of shower gel, shampoo, & conditioner attached to the wall for your use. The vanity area had small bars of soap and even mini bottles of lotion (rare to find these days) and a makeup remover wipe. Breakfast was decent with Chobani plain greek yogurt, fresh oatmeal with various toppings to add, waffle bar, hot foods, milk cartons for kids, and coffee. Overall, an okay stay. Just felt far from the city and old hotel feeling.
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Kellogg Conference Hotel Capitol Hill at Gallaudet University
4.3/5118 Reviews
Ivy City / Gallaudet
Washington D.C.
|3.6km from city center
My experience was excellent A+ since I entered. The front desk service was perfect, the lobby area and bathrooms was clean and good smell. You can appreciate the surroundings and the architecture of the buildings and the state of conservation. My super spacious King bed room with a kitchenette and everything clean. Good breakfast. Good location near the places of interest to visit. If you like a quiet place to rest, this is the perfect place. It will be my favorite in the state.
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Grand Hyatt Washington
4.3/5120 Reviews
Penn Quarter
Washington D.C.
|1.22km from city center
This was definitely a great stay. The establishment is modern, clean with very helpful staff. It is located in the heart of things. Museums, and great places to eat are close by if you want to get out and about. If not, the food is excellent in-house.
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Kimpton Hotel Madera
4.5/5101 Reviews
Dupont Circle
Washington D.C.
|0.79km from city center
I've stayed in 6 different hotels in D.C. in the past year. This is one to which I'll definitely return. The location works well when I'm visiting my daughter at college. And, as I like to walk, it's an easy walk to a good Whole Foods and the Foggy Bottom metro station. Its also a fairly long--but pleasant--walk to the White House, Lincoln Memorial, etc. The rooms are large. The bathrooms are extremely well thought out. The shower was huge with a textured floor that prevented slipping. Our room on the front of the hotel was quiet enough for us to sleep well. We liked the front desk staff. The housekeeping staff did a great job! The only thing that gave us pause was that you have to go up a small flight of stairs to reach the elevator and there's no bellman. However, the front desk staff immediately offered to carry our heavy suitcases up the stairs, so we were fine. We liked the neighborhood, and there's an excellent bakery/coffee shop (Tatte) nearby. This hotel is definitely a keeper.
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Global Luxury Suites at the White House
3.9/542 Reviews
Downtown Washington
Washington D.C.
|0.87km from city center
There is no breakfast, but there are quite a few meals downstairs and around. There are two bedrooms, a living room and a sofa bed, which should be able to live with a family. I didn't know the parking situation without driving. A few steps away is the White House, and the surrounding environment is very good. Would highly recommend to friends who want to go to Washington to play.
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Salamander Washington DC
4.5/5110 Reviews
Washington D.C.
|2.67km from city center
So, I booked this hotel when it was the Mandarin Oriental, and before I stayed it was taken over by Salamander. Honestly, other than a few slapdash items that said Salamander, you wouldn't have really known based on the ”stuff” around that this was anything other than a MO. That said, check in took 20 minutes, which is way too long for an average Monday evening. The room was fine, though no real ammenities in there (sure there was a robe and some unstamped slippers, but eh), the gym was fine, but no water anywhere on the floor nor any attendant to point out where to put used towels (no basket in the gym or outside area). The TV in my room also said ”This room has been checked out” from the minute I arrived until I left. I was able to change to normal channels, but that lack of detail that shouldn't exist at this price range. One other oddity - when I was going to my room (9th floor), there was a random chair in an otherwise empty hallway that had a different large man sitting in it each time I passed. Not sure if something was going on in one of the rooms or if they were some sort of private security, but it felt weird, to be totally honest. This is a great hotel location (near the Wharf) and it is unquestionably a really really nice hotel, but there are certainly some growing pains. I'd expect once they fix those, it'll be a really nice place to stay.
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Rosewood Washington DC
4.5/549 Reviews
Georgetown
Washington D.C.
|2.19km from city center
I had a comfortable two day stay, location is divine in Georgetown and easy to get to anywhere in the city in a few minutes by car. Food is excellent for breakfast lunch and dinner, staff friendly, and I was unexpectedly upgraded to a nice one bedroom suite with a large bathroom and extremely comfortable bed. A few things to note if you’re a Rosewood regular like me, this hotel is quite small without much in the way of common areas (no proper lobby, a small room with a fireplace and a covered rooftop bar/lounge) but luckily with the upgrade I received I just hung out in my room when I had some down time. I’ll also note that given the hotel is a bit older, the room technology is a bit clunky, not enough outlets and some of the plugs don’t work, no USB ports etc like at other properties, the soundproofing isn’t great, and one of the elevators squeaks as it goes up and down so if you have a room next to it as I did, you will hear it (luckily I travel with ear plugs to sleep so it didn’t disturb me at night). Despite this, I’d gladly return for the location, food and service, this has a decidedly non-corporate feel which is a bit rare for DC and quite refreshing.
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Canopy by Hilton Washington DC the Wharf
4.4/5105 Reviews
District Wharf
Washington D.C.
|3.35km from city center
The surroundings are very beautiful. Children like to play by the river.
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