Hotels in Washington, DC

“I booked the Salamander in Washington, D.C. It was a gift for my mom because we both needed a getaway and some quality girl time. I can openly say it exceeded every expectation. This was my first time booking here, and I was immediately impressed by how beautiful the property is and how genuinely exceptional the staff are. From start to finish, everyone went above and beyond—kind, courteous, knowledgeable, and truly invested in creating a great experience.

Check-in was fast and seamless. The staff provided a thorough overview of the hotel’s amenities and also shared insight into the on-site Michelin-recognized restaurant, Dōgon. Located within the Salamander, Dōgon is a chef-driven Afro-Caribbean restaurant by Kwame Onwuachi that opened in September 2024 and is now featured in the MICHELIN Guide for Washington, D.C. It was also ranked #37 on North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025. The food and overall experience absolutely live up to the acclaim.

I booked our stay through Amex Travel, which came with fantastic perks: early check-in at 12pm, late checkout at 4pm, a $100 breakfast credit per day, and a $100 experience credit usable anywhere on the property.

We chose the lounge for breakfast both mornings, and it was phenomenal. The service was excellent, the food delicious, and the weekend breakfast buffet was—without exaggeration—the best I’ve ever had. The buffet is offered Saturdays and Sundays only; otherwise, breakfast is à la carte and can add up quickly. We also ordered room service, which was pleasantly fast compared to other luxury hotels I’ve stayed at. Just note there is a $6 delivery fee and an automatic 19% gratuity, so keep that in mind if adding an additional tip.

We stayed in Room 515, which had a stunning view of the Jefferson Monument. The room was spacious and beautifully designed, featuring a soaking tub, marble shower, smart lighting with dimmer options, and even a doorbell so you can hear when someone is at the door. TVs are cable-only, but the hotel offers Roku devices upon request. The tech team was incredibly helpful, and setup was quick and easy.

What truly stood out most was the customer service, both throughout the hotel and at the spa. Every single staff member—from maintenance to front desk to food and beverage—was warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely happy to be there. That level of consistency is rare, even among luxury hotels. We recently stayed at the Four Seasons Baltimore, and the Salamander easily surpassed it in service.

The spa experience was phenomenal. The heated pool is included, along with lemon water and fresh towels. Spa access is $38 per person plus tax and is well worth it, though subject to availability due to limited capacity. While the spa is co-ed, during our visit it was all women. Amenities include a steam room, sauna, large hot tub with jets and lounge seating, and a quiet relaxation room (what I affectionately called the “meditation room”) where phones are not allowed. They provide snacks, tea, refreshments, lockers, plush robes, and well-stocked locker rooms with toiletries, luxury lotion, and beautiful LED mirrors. The only limitation is a two-hour time limit per guest, and re-entry is not allowed.

Overall, we absolutely loved our stay and enjoyed every moment of the three days we were there. I cannot wait to return, and the Salamander has easily earned a spot at the top of my list of luxury hotels. Highly, highly recommend.”

“We had a wonderful stay for two nights at the Canal House. Location was perfect! The lobby bar was perfect for pre dinner drink or night cap. Will definitely stay there again.”

“Yvonne provided exceptional front desk service! Her attention to detail, prompt responses, and friendly demeanor when interesting with me truly made my experience outstanding. Five stars without a doubt! Hope you are lucky to have her to receive her outstanding support”

“First of all, the location is great.
I enjoyed jogging every morning to the White House, the Capitol, and the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials. There are many delicious restaurants and cafes nearby.
This is the best location for sightseeing in Washington.

It was a two-bedroom room, and one room had an independent bathroom and closet, so it was comfortable, and the other room had a wide bed and closet, so it was comfortable for four people to stay without being cramped.

The living room was surprisingly spacious and the kitchen was perfect for cooking.
(However, the knife was not very sharp.)

I stayed for a week and enjoyed Washington to the fullest.
I will definitely use it the next time I visit.”

“5-Stars all around! We were in DC for a concert and at the last minute decided to stay the night and not drive home. We booked on Hotels.com, for a complete steal of $150 +$42 Valet Parking. Was well worth it, only a 10min walk to Capital One Arena. Staff super nice and polite. Room was much bigger than expected. Even got little chocolate mints. Very clean. Mix of a updated hotel, based in the 50's. They have a little bar in the lobby. Only issue was when we were walking to our room, one of the hallways both Snoop Dogg and Willy Nelson must have been staying, my eyes were bloodshot by the time we got through. Our room was fine. Great overnight, would definitely book here again.”

“I recently stayed at the Conrad in Washington, D.C., and I can’t say enough about the exceptional experience we had! The staff went above and beyond to make our stay unforgettable, especially for my husband’s birthday. They surprised us by delivering a beautiful cake, a bottle of bubbly, and even candles to our room – such a thoughtful touch that really made our celebration special! Every staff member we encountered was warm, attentive, and genuinely committed to making us feel at home. The attention to detail and the kindness they showed transformed a simple stay into a cherished memory. Thank you, Conrad, for your hospitality and for going out of your way to make our stay so perfect. Highly recommend for anyone visiting D.C. – we’ll definitely be back!”

“Good usable hotel with a few restaurants, shops and CVS in neighborhood.

The rooms are OK but a little bit small for the price. Specially that there is no possibility to store not hanging clothes in the wardrobe makes me wondering? If you had to stay threre for more than an few days, you get in trouble with this. No shelves for t-shirts, underwear,.. You have to have it in your luggage or on desk? Crazy.

The personal is very friendly and the breakfast in "Gerards Kitchen" is very expensive, but good.

All together it was OK but almost to expensive for everything in the hotel.

The best was the ? shower head, what works very good, hot and really enough water. The best shower I had in DC in the past 10 years!

Rooms: Small but OK, very good shower.

Walkability: Next to a few shops, stores and restaurants. 10 by walk away from white house, Washington mall and "Black lives meters Plaza"

Food and drinks: Good dining and breakfast, but expensive in "Gerhards Kitchen"”

“Honestly what a great hotel. The staff was very friendly and when I got to my room, it was WONDERFUL. Very spacious and posh. I would 100% book there again *also it was conveniently located in a cute neighborhood close to a lot of good brunch places!”

“Mu husband was having cancer surgery at GWU Hospital in DC. The AKA was easy walking distance to the hospital. The property provided a delightful environment from the spacious room and the restaurant bar area. Front desk extremely accommodating. Highly recommend this charming boutique hotel.”

“This is our second time staying here and it is our DC go to! We love the rooms, the staff is absolutely amazing, and we got upgraded to a suite as we are celebrating my wife’s birthday and Valentines Day. The cafe is extremely nice and food was fantastic. If you like staying in historic building with amazing character, Hotel Lombardy is for you.”

“Rooms are clean and nice. Drinks from the bar were good. The in room breakfast was just okay and really pricey.Walkability: The location is wonderful to walk to bars, restaurants and music venues.”

“Lovely stay at The Melrose Hotel. The room was well decorated, clean, and comfortable. The hotel staff was very friendly and helpful. Mohammed was especially helpful - storing our bags in the back room after check out while we went to breakfast. Our car was parked out front upon our return. Mohammed then loaded our bags in the car . Thank you for the great service!”

“Stayed here the day I proposed to my lady and the hotel staff took such great care of us! After sending them an email in advance, we were given a room upgrade, bottle of wine + goodies and a reserved table with champagne at their rooftop lounge!

This place is an amazing option in Navy Yard, especially if you're going to Albi.”

“AMAZING SERVICE FROM STAFF!! Everyone was friendly and accommodating. The rooms are very very small (smaller than downtown Toronto, I wish I'd checked the square footage) and the walls are thin. It was really hard to get to bed, as DC is a booming area, and we heard a lot of fighting and police cars all hours of the night.”

“Eaton Workshop DC was the host for a recent two-day conference I organized, and for the most part, it was a solid experience. Working with the conference service manager was smooth sailing, and they were responsive and attentive to our needs. Any issues that popped up along the way were swiftly taken care of once we flagged them to the team's attention. On the day of the conferences, the staff was welcoming and accommodated our needs, which was greatly appreciated. However, there are a couple of areas where Eaton could improve. Firstly, let's talk chairs. We spent two full days in conference spaces with two different types of chairs, and both were akin to sitting on bricks. Investing in some comfier, ergonomic options would do wonders for long events like ours. Secondly, the food. The catering menu left a bit to be desired. Options were limited, and what we did get wasn't exactly top-notch. Even the cookies were disappointingly small, barely bigger than Oreos, which left us scratching our heads. A menu overhaul would be a wise move. Despite these critiques, everything else about Eaton Workshop DC was pretty good. Attendees enjoyed their stay, and surprisingly, the bathrooms garnered quite a positive buzz. So, if you're looking for a venue with impressive lavatories, Eaton's got you covered.”

“A wonderful experience. The staff are exceptional, always helpful and friendly. The restaurant and bar is a great place to relax after a long day of sightseeing. We’ve stayed there twice and each time was extremely enjoyable.”

“EXCELLENT choice for a stay with children. Our king bedroom had a door between us and the mini kitchenette and living room, which gave us plenty of extra space as well as an area to block off so our 4 month old wouldn't be woken up by the light. Nightly happy hour is a lot of fun (my husband went without me once when I wasn't back from my conference yet and ended up getting a double pour of wine since the bartender thought our kid was cute). There's a large number of selections for breakfast including made-to-order omelets. The metro stop is a short walk away. Staff were super friendly and people were walking up to ask if we were Zoe's parents by the end of the trip. I'll happily stay here again. You get significantly more space and more free food/benefits than other hotels of similar price in the area.”

“Because of work I’ve stayed in all the chain hotels, big and small names. The River Inn is now my favorite of them all. Much better price and many more amenities! I was surprised to get a full kitchen, standard size fridge, nice view, perfectly clean space and comfortable bed. Now, that’s half of the experience, the other half is the amazing staff that made me feel so welcomed. I met Ashlee Jean on my first day, and she was professional, kind, informative, welcoming and attentive. The next day I met Brandie, who was also so welcoming, helpful, sweet, and joyful. Also, shout out to Saif, who always assisted me with a smile and joy. On the last day of my stay, the staff was also amazing but I didn’t get their names. Oh, and the restaurant was excellent with plenty options.”

“Stayed at the Georgetown Inn at the end of August 2025 and loved it! The location is perfect—right in the middle of Georgetown with so many restaurants, shops, and cafés just steps away. Everyone on staff was super friendly, and housekeeping kept our room looking great the whole week. It felt safe, cozy, and even had a restaurant in the lobby with room service, which was a nice bonus. For what we paid, I think it was an awesome deal. I’d give it a solid 4.5/5. My only wish? A pool! That would’ve made the stay even better. Still, I’d go back in a heartbeat!”

“Stayed from Tuesday to Friday and LOVED it! Because it's a b&b, they have special instructions for arriving late (past 9). My flight was already going to get in later and then was delayed an hour. I was worried about being able to get to the room ok, but it was SO easy. Great communication from AGH. I was in for a conference that served breakfast the first two days, but I went downstairs for the breakfast on the third day and it was wonderful. Eggs, veggies, quinoa, etc along with muffins and croissants. The building was dead quiet at night. I was on the 4th floor, so no one was above me. Someone was next door, but I never heard them. My room overlooked the street which was not a problem at all. Based on another review I read, I brought ear plugs and didn't need them at all. My flight wasn't until 9PM Friday and they let me keep my luggage in the front parlor area which I'm so grateful for because I wouldn't have had any idea what to do with it. As a single woman traveling alone, I not only felt safe, but somehow felt like staying with distant family. Also, if you love historic, vintage properties, this is heaven. On my next trip to DC, I will definitely stay here again! Thank you, AGH!”

“Nice hotel with good sized rooms. Friendly staff, great cleaning service, and close to lots of amenities. A/C was a bit low but it was the hottest week in DC and it was working hard. Definitely a nice spot if you’re looking for a location close to things to do.”

“The suites are amazing, staff was good, and a great location especially if your visiting the White House. It's right across the street. Be sure to book with you Amex Platinum or Centurion for the extra benefits the hotel has to offer!”

“You expect quality service when at an upscale or luxury hotel like the Grand Hyatt. Perfect print top the bottom everyone at this hotel provides service like it’s supposed to be. They are engaged and friendly. They make eye contact and acknowledge you when you walk by. They ask how things are going.
Kudos to management for instilling a service culture of excellence at this property and for hiring the wonderful people, which is not easy to do.”

“Great room. Veey Clean. Great location. Limited parking. Breakfast is wonderful. Lunch and dinner 3/5 stars. All in all a very good place to stay in DC.Rooms: Big and very clean. Lousy coffee. Fridge and micro work.Walkability: It's DC. Nice pace to walk in the spring.Food & drinks: Eat breakfast here. Lunch and dinner iffy.”

“My stay at the Phoenix Park Hotel in Washington DC was exceptional. The historic charm, attentive staff, and prime location made it a memorable experience. The rooms were cozy and well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay in the heart of the city. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Washington DC.Rooms: The rooms were very spacious and well-appointed providing a cozy atmosphere.Food & drinks: The food and drinks here were really delicious and authentic in taste.”

“This hotel is superb. The staff so very helpful and friendly. The rooms are so nice, clean. Location great.Would recommend without any problem stay at this hotel if you want a great stayRooms: Love, love clean comfortableNearby activities: RestaurantsWalkability: Restaurants close, but hotel restaurant superb that you don't need to leave the hotel”

“Beautiful space, excellent location, but it’s the staff that sets Rosewood DC apart. Attentive, caring, responsive to needs. Thank you for a wonderful experience. Alex the manager and Des and Z at the front door really stand out.”

“The hotel is quiet and located within a short walking distance to most of the popular tourist sites, although the hotel is not modern and modern, it is nevertheless very clean and the staff is courteous and happy to ”

“5 stars across the board for this hotel- the room was unbelievable. Completely spotless, and just stunning all over. I was upgraded to the pres suite, the team at the Hyatt really took good care of me.The breakfast was top notch (I’m not even a breakfast person) and they took good care of my vegan cousin as well. Above and beyond with most things. I didn’t get to use the gym or the pool but stopped by it seemed to be decent enough for a good workout.The linens felt crisp and fresh, the pillows the perfect density. Bed was very comfortable.I used my 4 pm check out to take meetings and work from the room. The best part might’ve been the bathroom, honestly. Staff were friendly and truly helpfulAlso location is fantastic, by GW and George Town and walking distance to the Lincoln memorial and the rest of the park”

“Hotel Washington helped bring a very special weekend together for my new fiancée and I. They were more than accommodating and helping facilitate the delivery of “surprise” items our room at certain times. They really went the extra mile!

Great food location located in the lobby, cool, modern rooms with the options for stunning views of downtown DC.

10/10”