Salamander Washington DCvsHamilton Hotel
Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC are both rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC scores significantly better than Hamilton Hotel Washington DC. Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC has a TripExpert Score of 89 with positive reviews from 15 publications like Oyster, Gayot and Forbes Travel Guide.
Salamander Washington DC Show All Reviews
1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
From $296/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This fabulously luxurious hotel is just a short walk from the National Mall and Smithsonian museums, a quick cab ride to the Capitol, and a Metro stop away from other parts of town." Full review
Concierge
"The sumptuous style, Eastern touches, cosseting service, and excellent food will come as no surprise to anyone who's stayed at a Mandarin Oriental."
Lonely Planet
"The Mandarin delivers about everything you’d expect: big-box swank, ridiculous levels of amenities, service that’s appropriate for a Roman emperor."
Oyster
Luxury
"Opened in 2004, the 400-room Mandarin Oriental has the best spa, pool, and fitness center in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Monumental views over the Potomac Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial are plentiful at this elegant hotel."
Gayot
"This hotel is located in Southwest DC with stunning views of the Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial."
BlackBook
"What this luxury spot lacks in location it makes up for in everything else: The best rooms, the best food and one of the best spa experiences in the city."
Zagat
4.3
""Luxury beyond belief" lures sybarites to this "posh" and "pricey" "oasis of relaxation" distinguished by "exquisite" rooms and suites."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"A view of the water is rather unusual for a hotel in Washington, D.C. but Mandarin Oriental boasts an impressive one of the Tidal Basin, the southwest waterfront and the Jefferson Memorial." Full review
Jetsetter
"Mandarin Oriental’s location makes it an ideal home base for hitting the major tourist attractions." Full review
Hamilton Hotel
1001 14th St. NW, 14th and K Street, Washington DC, DC 20005
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Guest rooms feature dark-wood armoires and headboards and comfortable accommodations like the seven-layer bed." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This restored 1920s building has been taken back to its classic, elegant roots." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This is a distinguished hotel, where the guest rooms offer a desk with high-speed Internet and voice mail, and cable TV with in-room movies."
Star Service
"Primarily oriented toward business travelers, the hotel attracts tourists as well, with easy access to the McPhearson Square metro station a block away." Full review
Fodor's
"This architectural gem evokes the glamour of the 1920s, when it was built, with art-deco style and rooms done in silver and plum that pay tribute to the city's history with maps and posters." Full review
Time Out
"The gorgeous Beaux Arts architecture of the Hamilton dates from the 1920s, the elegant exterior on Franklin Square complementing the 318 small but elegantly appointed rooms and suites inside" Full review
Lonely Planet
"Dating from 1922, this beaux-arts beauty in downtown DC recently underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation that mixes its classic roots with contemporary flair. Hints of its namesake,..." Full review