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Hotels in Washington DC

With its graceful monuments, sprawling parks and interesting museums, it should be no surprise that Washington, DC is one of the country's top tourist destinations and has an abundance of hotels. It is also one of the few cities where the presidential suites in many of its hotels are often occupied by visiting presidents or dignitaries. Visitors should be sure to book a few months ahead if they have their heart set on a particular hotel. The best rates can be found during winter and summer, but online specials, which sometimes include breakfast, are much cheaper than rack rates.

The Washington, DC hotels below have been grouped into three pricing categories:
Luxury (over US$300)
Moderate (US$150 to US$300)
Cheap (up to US$150)
These Washington, DC hotel prices are the starting prices (low online summer rates) for a standard double room and do not include sales tax (14.5%). Breakfast is not included, unless otherwise stated.

Hilton Washington

Perched on a hill north of the Dupont Circle neighbourhood, the Hilton Washington, extensively renovated in 2009, has unobstructed views of the entire skyline. Known for its dazzling curved facade, this modern hotel is a favourite with corporate travellers because of its wide selection of meeting rooms. The expansive ballroom, one of the largest in the city, holds events regularly, ranging from corporate receptions to inaugural balls. There are two restaurants in the building itself, as well as dozens more just steps away.

Address: 1919 Connecticut Avenue, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 483 3000
http://www.hilton.com/

Hotel Helix

If funk is your thing, you'll love this Kimpton boutique hotel where pop art meets Hollywood. The guestrooms are decorated in eye-popping patterns, bright red, green and blue colours, and underscored with rounded mirrors and large pillows. Twelve of the rooms are themed including the cool Zone rooms, fun family Bunk rooms and Italian-inspired Eats rooms. The lighting system changes from blue to gold in the hotel's bar/café Helix Lounge, and the outdoor patio is popular with locals. Located in the Logan Circle neighbourhood, Hotel Helix is more appealing to young hipsters rather than sedate business people.

Address: 1430 Rhode Island Avenue, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 462 9001
http://www.hotelhelix.com/

Hotel Tabard Inn

Located on a tree-lined side street in the Dupont Circle neighbourhood, this is the small hotel that residents recommend to their friends. As it was constructed from three Federal-style row houses, no two rooms are exactly the same, but each is filled with unique antiques and has Wi-Fi access throughout. Some rooms have a shared bath. Victorian sitting areas in the lounge are quite cosy and feature live jazz on Sunday night. The hotel's downstairs dining room, a popular lunch spot for both guests and non-guests, features American cuisine. The restaurant's brick-walled garden is one of the most pleasant places to pass an afternoon in Washington, DC. Price includes continental breakfast.

Address: 1739 N Street, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 785 1277
http://www.tabardinn.com/

Mandarin Oriental Washington, DC

The award-winning Oriental is one of the most popular hotels in Washington, DC. Touches of Feng Shui have made its huge guest rooms calming - in fact, you may not want to leave them. All have Chinese marble bathrooms, silk bed tapestries, flatscreen TVs, high-speed internet access and smashing views of either city monuments or the Potomac Tidal Basin. The hotel also has a state-of-the-art spa plus two restaurants - the Asian-inspired, award-winning Cafe MoZU and the Sou'Wester serving regional American cuisine. For lighter fare or cocktails there is the Empress Lounge.

Address: 1330 Maryland Avenue, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 554 8588
http://www.mandarinoriental.com/washington

Normandy Hotel

Located on an elegant street with embassies as neighbours and within walking distance of bars, restaurants, shops and the Dupont Circle Metro, this small hotel is a real find. Extensively renovated in 2009, the 75 rooms are decorated in black and white highlighted with fabrics in warm colours. The lobby and rooms have complimentary wireless internet access and although there is no restaurant, afternoon tea and coffee is served to guests and there is a free wine and cheese reception on Tuesday evenings.

Address: 2118 Wyoming Avenue, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 483 1350
http://www.doylecollection.com/normandy

Renaissance Mayflower Hotel

Perhaps the best-known hotel in Washington, DC, this architectural treasure, located a short distance from the White House, has lost none of its lustre since it opened more than 85 years ago. The handsome facade, cleverly curved so that most of the colonial-style rooms receive direct sunlight, is one reason the building was declared a national landmark. The clientele that breezes through the skylight-illuminated lobby is split between families who like the fact that shopping and dining are close at hand and executives who appreciate the proximity to corporate and governmental offices.

Address: 1127 Connecticut Avenue, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 347 3000
http://www.marriott.com/

St Gregory Luxury Hotel & Suites

Marilyn Monroe (a J Seward Johnson sculpture) and friendly staff greet guests as they enter the small, comfortable, European-style lobby. Rooms, done in earthy tones and blacks, are spacious and comfortable with deluxe rooms, sky rooms with a balcony and suites which have a full kitchen. The M Street Bar & Grill lounge is quite a happening place around cocktail hour and for the popular Sunday Champagne Brunch. Well located, this Washington, DC hotel is close to three Metro stops and within walking distance from the White House and Georgetown.

Address: 2033 M Street, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 530 3600
http://www.stgregoryhotelwdc.com/

W Washington DC

With views of the White House and Washington Monument, the W made its mark on the DC scene as soon as it opened in 2009. Italian Renaissance style meets ultra-chic 21st-century cool. The rooms range from Wonderful, Spectacular, Fabulous, Fantastic to Marvelous, Wow and Extreme Wow, all with the signature W bed and in shades of black and white. Reservations are necessary at the J&G Steakhouse but you can chill out on the day beds on the rooftop terrace bar, POV, and enjoy the capital's sights lit up at night.

Address: 515 Fifteenth Street, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 661 2400
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels

Willard InterContinental

Over the years this long-time landmark, with its beaux-arts lobby (defined by marble columns and sparkling chandeliers) has hosted hundreds of heads of state, and today's visit is treated with the same care and respect by the excellent staff. Restaurants are top notch, and the bars often feature live music. The huge Red Door Spa has a menu that includes massages, facials and hydrotherapy treatments, as well as a variety of workout equipment.

Address: 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC, United States
Telephone: (202) 628 9100
http://www.washington.interconti.com/

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