The three-pearl Holiday Inn Washington-Capitol has a central location less than two blocks from the National Mall. A major renovation completed in 2015 overhauled its 536 rooms, now modern and streamlined with contemporary decor. All are outfitted with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, Keurig coffeemakers, and large desks with ergonomic chairs. Ample features are a major perk, especially considering the area's tendency to clear out after hours on weekday evenings and weekends. Highlights include two on-site restaurants and a Starbucks, a rooftop pool and bar, an airy gym, and a 24-hour business center. By comparison Residence Inn Washington, DC/Capitol has oversize rooms with kitchenettes and free breakfast, but it can cost more and it doesn't have a full-service restaurant.
The three-pearl Holiday Inn Washington-Capitol has a central location less than two blocks from the National Mall. A major renovation completed in 2015 overhauled its 536 rooms, now modern and streamlined with contemporary decor. All are outfitted with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, Keurig coffeemakers, and large desks with ergonomic chairs. Ample features are a major perk, especially considering the area's tendency to clear out after hours on weekday evenings and weekends. Highlights include two on-site restaurants and a Starbucks, a rooftop pool and bar, an airy gym, and a 24-hour business center. By comparison Residence Inn Washington, DC/Capitol has oversize rooms with kitchenettes and free breakfast, but it can cost more and it doesn't have a full-service restaurant.
The mid-range River Inn is an all-suite property housed in a former apartment complex in a residential part of Foggy Bottom. It's a short walk away from George Washington University and a metro stop. The River Inn's biggest asset is its 125 spacious suites, all of which feature full (but blandly furnished) kitchens and marble bathrooms. Amenities include a full-service restaurant/bar with room service, meeting space for up to 50 guests, a modern fitness center, free Wi-Fi, a free grocery shopping service, and on-site laundry facilities. Rates are attractive for all that’s included, but travelers could also consider its nearby sister hotel, the Avenue Suites Georgetown, which has comparable rates and amenities but is closer to Georgetown.
The mid-range River Inn is an all-suite property housed in a former apartment complex in a residential part of Foggy Bottom. It's a short walk away from George Washington University and a metro stop. The River Inn's biggest asset is its 125 spacious suites, all of which feature full (but blandly furnished) kitchens and marble bathrooms. Amenities include a full-service restaurant/bar with room service, meeting space for up to 50 guests, a modern fitness center, free Wi-Fi, a free grocery shopping service, and on-site laundry facilities. Rates are attractive for all that’s included, but travelers could also consider its nearby sister hotel, the Avenue Suites Georgetown, which has comparable rates and amenities but is closer to Georgetown.
Forget gilded mirrors. The 86-room Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, housed in an historic industrial building, has the original brick and steel beams and a cozy slate fireplace in the lobby. But its aesthetic allure drops off from there. Service is excellent and its central Georgetown location is superb, but rooms are dull and the gym is disappointingly small.
Forget gilded mirrors. The 86-room Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, housed in an historic industrial building, has the original brick and steel beams and a cozy slate fireplace in the lobby. But its aesthetic allure drops off from there. Service is excellent and its central Georgetown location is superb, but rooms are dull and the gym is disappointingly small.
The upper-middle-range The Wink has a little more style than most business-oriented hotels in sleepy Foggy Bottom; its 346 guest rooms are clean and pleasant, if chainlike, while the lobby is a bright and inviting space. Through breakfast at the on-site breakfast restaurant is pricey, there's also a small Illy coffee shop that's a good choice for a quick bite, while MBar serves light fare for lunch and dinner. Other on-site features include a small shop, ample meeting and event space, a Club Lounge with free drinks and snacks, and a well-equipped fitness center. Some of the guest rooms are a bit small, however, plus in-room Wi-Fi incurs a fee -- but it's free for Marriott Rewards members. Travelers might also want to consider staying at the next-door Best Western Georgetown, which isn't as stylish, but includes breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and much more affordable parking
The upper-middle-range The Wink has a little more style than most business-oriented hotels in sleepy Foggy Bottom; its 346 guest rooms are clean and pleasant, if chainlike, while the lobby is a bright and inviting space. Through breakfast at the on-site breakfast restaurant is pricey, there's also a small Illy coffee shop that's a good choice for a quick bite, while MBar serves light fare for lunch and dinner. Other on-site features include a small shop, ample meeting and event space, a Club Lounge with free drinks and snacks, and a well-equipped fitness center. Some of the guest rooms are a bit small, however, plus in-room Wi-Fi incurs a fee -- but it's free for Marriott Rewards members. Travelers might also want to consider staying at the next-door Best Western Georgetown, which isn't as stylish, but includes breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and much more affordable parking
This upper-middle-range property is a block from the center of Dupont Circle, one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Spacious rooms, funky modern style, and freebies like daily wine, loaner bicycles, and Wi-Fi make Topaz a good value for the area -- depending on when you book. As the oldest Kimpton property in the city, this 99-room hotel lacks some of the luster (and amenities) of Hotel Palomar and Hotel Rouge -- two similarly priced Kimpton properties in the neighborhood.
This upper-middle-range property is a block from the center of Dupont Circle, one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Spacious rooms, funky modern style, and freebies like daily wine, loaner bicycles, and Wi-Fi make Topaz a good value for the area -- depending on when you book. As the oldest Kimpton property in the city, this 99-room hotel lacks some of the luster (and amenities) of Hotel Palomar and Hotel Rouge -- two similarly priced Kimpton properties in the neighborhood.
The Capitol Skyline Hotel is a three-and-a-half-pearl property that provides a taste of Miami in the nation's capital. It was opened in 1962 with a unique modern design created by the architect Morris Lapidus, who is best known for designing Miami's famed Fontainbleau Hotel. A top-to-bottom renovation of Capitol Skyline's 203 rooms and common areas was completed in 2016 and a stylish mid-century motif is found throughout. The rooms are moderately sized, with a few notable exceptions both larger and smaller. The best have nice views of the U.S. Capitol dome. On-site dining, a 24-hour fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and low-cost parking all add value. If the Capital Skyline's design is too bold, the nearby Courtyard Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard has a a more basic look and offers similar amenities (although its pool is indoors).
The Capitol Skyline Hotel is a three-and-a-half-pearl property that provides a taste of Miami in the nation's capital. It was opened in 1962 with a unique modern design created by the architect Morris Lapidus, who is best known for designing Miami's famed Fontainbleau Hotel. A top-to-bottom renovation of Capitol Skyline's 203 rooms and common areas was completed in 2016 and a stylish mid-century motif is found throughout. The rooms are moderately sized, with a few notable exceptions both larger and smaller. The best have nice views of the U.S. Capitol dome. On-site dining, a 24-hour fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and low-cost parking all add value. If the Capital Skyline's design is too bold, the nearby Courtyard Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard has a a more basic look and offers similar amenities (although its pool is indoors).
The 278-room InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf is a modern, upscale property right off The Wharf in south D.C. Contemporary rooms have comfortable beds, neutral decor, floor-to-ceiling windows for great light and views, Nespresso machines, and SMART TVs. Suites add L'Occitane toiletries, expanded minibars, and separate lounging areas. The hotel has a popular rooftop pool and bar with great views but limited sunbeds, an Afro-Caribbean restaurant helmed by a "Top Chef" alum, spa, and state-of-the-art-gym. However, expect expensive valet-only parking and occasional minor issues. There are several event and meeting room options, free fiber optic Wi-Fi, and pets are allowed with restrictions and a flat fee. For an upscale option on The Wharf that comes with free breakfast, check out the similarly priced Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf.
The 278-room InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf is a modern, upscale property right off The Wharf in south D.C. Contemporary rooms have comfortable beds, neutral decor, floor-to-ceiling windows for great light and views, Nespresso machines, and SMART TVs. Suites add L'Occitane toiletries, expanded minibars, and separate lounging areas. The hotel has a popular rooftop pool and bar with great views but limited sunbeds, an Afro-Caribbean restaurant helmed by a "Top Chef" alum, spa, and state-of-the-art-gym. However, expect expensive valet-only parking and occasional minor issues. There are several event and meeting room options, free fiber optic Wi-Fi, and pets are allowed with restrictions and a flat fee. For an upscale option on The Wharf that comes with free breakfast, check out the similarly priced Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf.
The larger of Washington's two Ritz-Carltons, this 300-room Foggy Bottom outpost offers the whole Ritz-Carlton package: stellar service, big and comfortable rooms, access to one of the city's best gyms (Sports Club/L.A.), and on-site Westend Bistro by Eric Ripert. And yet, a sleepy location and fairly generic design make it a less-than-enthralling choice.
The larger of Washington's two Ritz-Carltons, this 300-room Foggy Bottom outpost offers the whole Ritz-Carlton package: stellar service, big and comfortable rooms, access to one of the city's best gyms (Sports Club/L.A.), and on-site Westend Bistro by Eric Ripert. And yet, a sleepy location and fairly generic design make it a less-than-enthralling choice.
Fun boutique flair, at a fair price. The 335-room Hotel Palomar has an outdoor pool, a lively bar and restaurant, and a great location near the Metro subway station and the nightlife of Dupont Circle. And being a Kimpton hotel, it has great perks -- free wine hour; free Wi-Fi; pet pampering; great beds; top-notch service.
Fun boutique flair, at a fair price. The 335-room Hotel Palomar has an outdoor pool, a lively bar and restaurant, and a great location near the Metro subway station and the nightlife of Dupont Circle. And being a Kimpton hotel, it has great perks -- free wine hour; free Wi-Fi; pet pampering; great beds; top-notch service.
Built in the 1920s, this historic property features a mix of oriental and old-world decor. Property features include a stylish lounge bar, a mirrored fitness center, and a well-regarded restaurant. The 140 rooms have plush down bedding, and most have wet bars. A charming atmosphere and central location in the Foggy Bottom business district -- walking distance from the White House, National Mall, and two subway stations -- make Hotel Lombardy a great value for the area.
Built in the 1920s, this historic property features a mix of oriental and old-world decor. Property features include a stylish lounge bar, a mirrored fitness center, and a well-regarded restaurant. The 140 rooms have plush down bedding, and most have wet bars. A charming atmosphere and central location in the Foggy Bottom business district -- walking distance from the White House, National Mall, and two subway stations -- make Hotel Lombardy a great value for the area.