Kimpton The GeorgevsHotel Lombardy
Both hotels are recommended by travel writers. Overall, Kimpton George Hotel scores marginally higher than Hotel Lombardy. Kimpton George Hotel comes in at #21 in Washington DC with endorsements from 12 publications including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Concierge.
Kimpton The George Show All Reviews
15 East Street, NW, Washington DC, DC 20001
From $136/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Behind a facade of stainless steel, limestone, and glass is one of Washington's hippest places to stay, and it's within easy reach of both the Capitol and Union Station." Full review
Concierge
"Right next to Capitol Hill, this Kimpton property was the first hotel to bring cutting-edge design to a very traditional, Federalist city."
DK Eyewitness
"One of the most fashionable hotels in the city, deserving attention because of its innovative design, excellent business accommodations... and its fine bistro-style restaurant."
Michelin Guide
"George Washington is the father of this country and Hotel George is the father of this, the city's modern hotel scene."
BlackBook
"Unabashed Capitol Hill hideaway for the closeted trend fiend, metrosexual lobbyist, fast-paced corporates wearing glasses by Christian Roth."
Zagat
3.3
"Praised for its "warm", "funky-chic" atmosphere and "always-welcoming" staffers, this "hip" boutique offers "large", "modern" accommodations."
Lonely Planet
"George was the first DC hotel to take the term ‘boutique’ to a daring, ultramodern level." Full review
Gayot
"The founding fathers would flip their wigs over this funky modern hotel."
Time Out
"The first Kimpton Group property in DC, the George sets the bar high." Full review
Fodor's
"Portraits of America's first president by Andy Warhol protégé Steve Kaufman and chic modern furniture adorn public areas and add a pop of bright color to the mostly white public spaces." Full review
Hotel Lombardy Show All Reviews
2019 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20006
From $119/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This European boutique hotel has multilingual staff and an international vibe – you hear French and Spanish as often as English in its halls." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel is decorated with imported fabrics, Oriental rugs, and original art. It is now pet friendly too. The restaurant is bistro-style."
Michelin Guide
"Restored to reflect its original 1929 character, Hotel Lombardy is located just four blocks from the White House in the center of Washington's business district."
Star Service
"Guests keen on nostalgia, including personalized service, will do best here." Full review
Gayot
"The staff is dedicated to making every aspect of your stay comfortable, while the impressive carved-ceiling lobby harkens back to the building's 1929 origins."
BlackBook
"Another notch in the Washington-wants-to-be-Europe belt. Style flirts between Hapsburg haughty and Italian naughty."
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"A charming atmosphere and central location... make Hotel Lombardy a great value for the area." Full review
Fodor's
"This romantic spot, three blocks from the White House and Metro, is ideal for couples seeking a peaceful retreat." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This Historic Hotels of America outpost boasts a convenient Foggy Bottom address." Full review
Time Out
"Formerly a grand apartment building, this 134-unit boutique hotel has managed to retain some of that charm, with old-fashioned touches such as brass fixtures and crystal doorknobs." Full review