Washington DC conjures up many thoughts when speaking of this famous city on the banks of the Potomac River. It’s an area known for power brokers, politicians and also a very popular tourist destination. Of the many awards and recognitions, DC has been called the best city to visit, most walkable city, most energy star-certified, and best city for public transit. If you are thinking of visiting DC, we are here to help. With tens of thousands of visitors each month looking for accommodations, an abundance of lodging choices can be daunting to sort out. There are over 140 hotels fitting a variety of traveler’s desires and we have the best of the bunch narrowed down for your consideration.
Starting out our recommended hotels is the Hay-Adams, a former DC mansion built in the 1920s. With views of the White House or Lafayette Park, this is a top choice of those wanting a luxurious accommodation in this most prestigious of DC neighborhoods. In the historic genre, The Willard Intercontinental tops the list just steps from The National Mall and Smithsonian museums. Come stay in luxury where Confederate and Union diplomats met in a last-ditch effort to avoid the US Civil War.
On the other side of DC, we find several hotels worth mentioning. Let’s start with The Fairfax on Connecticut Avenue near Dupont Circle. With an address on the famous “Embassy Row”, this hotel sees many visitors wanting to be close to the Metro station and vibrant neighborhood. The Dupont Circle Hotel has a non-descript exterior. One could pass this fine hotel by and not know what posh quarters are hidden within. Next in the Dupont Circle area is The Mansion On O Street, a hotel appealing to the curious traveler. Built in the 19th and 20th centuries, every room in this quirky hotel is part museum, and part unique high-end lodging.
Down Massachusetts Avenue is The Donovan near Thomas Circle. Think newer, sleek, and urban style. The Jefferson Hotel is a mere five-minute walk from The Donovan but is near; you guessed it, another circle. The Jefferson sits near Scott’s Circle and calls itself Washington DC’s most discerning luxury hotel. It would seem to be that only hotels that are near famous “circles” are worthy of your visit. Not so.
Parting with famous circles we move on to Rosewood, the gem of historic Georgetown is what they call themselves. This 49 room boutique hotel tops our list in value with the lowest price room setting. Rosewood sits next to the historic C&O Canal Trail offering great walking and bicycling for guests. Also found in historic Georgetown is the modern Graham Hotel on Thomas Jefferson Street. With only 57 spacious suites in one of the quieter neighborhoods in DC, you get exclusive service and privacy.
A short walk away from the Capitol Building and the National Mall is the Capitol Hill Hotel showing off classic Federal-style décor while The Liaison Hotel pampers guests in the shadows of The Capitol Building.
For the greatest value, Hotel Lombardy near George Washington University stands out in this 1926 brick and limestone beauty at an affordable rate (below 200 USD), proving a good boutique hotel doesn’t have to be insanely expensive.
So check our recommended hotel list carefully and start packing. You will soon be visiting one of the most interesting cities on the planet in style.
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