Hotel LombardyvsInterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Willard InterContinental Washington scores significantly higher than Hotel Lombardy. Willard InterContinental Washington has a TripExpert Score of 88 with endorsements from 16 reviewers like Time Out, Gayot and DK Eyewitness.
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
InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel Show All Reviews
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
From $161/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"This cavernous Beaux Arts masterpiece has been the centerpiece of official Washington since it opened in 1850."
Travel + Leisure
"Today's Willard, a bit like the political world it esteems, is grand in public, though a little bland in private." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This is certainly among the most historic of hotels. Epochal events, including the birth of the League of Nations, were discussed here by principal figures."
Star Service
"The regularly maintained accommodations all feature a traditional decor of high ceilings, dark-stained period furniture, classic color schemes and traditional window treatments." Full review
BlackBook
"Washington's Waldorf Astoria, even designed by the same guy. A whole lotta shit has gone down in these marble halls which are literally made of marble."
Zagat
4.0
""Nothing compares to the service at the Willard" swoon supporters of the "impeccable" staff at this "grand old hotel" oozing "history and elegance"."
Frommer's
"This is one of D.C.'s finest hotels, and certainly its most historic, having served as temporary home to two presidents... and as the setting for many historic events." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The building is a masterpiece of the beaux arts movement, all fancy crenellations and soaring, dignity-laden elegance." Full review
Gayot
"A classic Washington establishment featuring refined décor and a prime location."
Condé Nast Traveler
85.7
"This landmark near the Smithsonian museums has "an air of Washington past, in the best sense." Architecture combines Federal and Empire styles." Full review