Tabard InnvsHotel Lombardy
Both properties are recommended by professionals. On balance, Tabard Inn is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Lombardy. Tabard Inn is ranked #22 in Washington DC with endorsements from 11 sources including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Fodor's.
Tabard Inn Show All Reviews
1739 N St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"If you favor the offbeat and personal over cookie-cutter chains, try the Tabard." Full review
Fodor's
"One of the city's oldest hotels is actually three connected town houses, featuring all kinds of hidden treasures and rooms along dimly lighted hallways."
Lonely Planet
"Named for the inn in The Canterbury Tales, this delightful, historic hotel is set in a trio of Victorian-era row houses." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Hotel Tabard Inn is located five blocks from the White House in the Dupont Circle neighborhood." Full review
Rough Guide
"Three converted Victorian townhouses near Dupont Circle, with forty unique, antique-stocked rooms."
Michelin Guide
"A Dupont Circle institution, this hotel radiates character with its twisting staircases, stained-glass lamps and antique furnishings."
Gayot
"This historic property opened in 1922 and was named for the lodging in Chaucerâs "Canterbury Tales"."
BlackBook
"Reputation-rich, lace-free boarding house caters to establishment employed by actual rich and famous."
Time Out
"Each of the Tabard’s 40 rooms is decorated in brilliant colors with a hotchpotch of slightly chipped antiques." Full review
Not For Tourists
"Private and shared bath options, also nice brunch."
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