The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph CollectionvsJ20
Both The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection and Jackson 20 are rated highly by writers. On balance, The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection is the choice of most professionals compared to Jackson 20. The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection comes in at 82 with praise from 11 reviews like oyster.com, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
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1127 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Many guest rooms have their own marble foyers; all have a high ceiling and Italian marble bathroom." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The hotel is located near Dupont Circle just a short walk from the White House, Washington Monument, and Smithsonian museums." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A classic hotel with complimentary shoe shines, and multilingual staff."
Rough Guide
"Sumptuous Washington classic featuring a promenade – a vast, imperial hall – and smart rooms with subtle, tasteful furnishings; the terrific Café Promenade restaurant is much in demand."
Michelin Guide
"A perennial favorite of frequent visitors, the Mayflower flaunts the splendor of Washington's golden age along busy Connecticut Avenue."
Gayot
"The block-long lobby boasts a lovely mezzanine level and large skylights, and teems with activity during working hours --- it is an accessible public cut-through from Connecticut Avenue to 17th Street."
BlackBook
"Roaring twenties opulence meets twenty-first century pomp with purpose."
Zagat
3.8
"There's "plenty of history" at this longtime host of presidents (and a few of their mistresses), a "venerable" circa-1925 landmark that "impresses" with an "extremely attentive" staff."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Although not the exclusive enclave it once was, this hotel remains regal in its public spaces, with lots of frills and marble, and a beautiful grand ballroom." Full review
Star Service
"In a prime location three long blocks north of Lafayette Park and the White House, across the street from National Geographic Headquarters and its museum." Full review
J20
480 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314
From $0/night
Fodor's
"Luxurious guestrooms where traditional Americana takes on a sharp, contemporary look."
Frommer's
"Ideally located in the heart of Old Town's historic district, this 6-story brick building used to house a Holiday Inn Select." Full review
Jetsetter
"Civil War history meets modern sophistication in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria." Full review
Star Service
"In the heart of Old Town, 11 blocks east of the metro station, in a six-story redbrick structure with a gabled roofline, this place blends into its historic setting." Full review
Gayot
"Located on King Street in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, this 241-room Kimpton hotel is close to local museums, restaurants, and the historic Mount Vernon." Full review
Zagat
3.8
""Right in the thick of things" near Old Town's shops and restaurants, this "glamorous" yet "quirky" Kimpton boutique is staffed by a "well-trained" crew and boasts "comfy, stylish" quarters."
Lonely Planet
"Free goldfish on request and a geometric, deco-inspired interior help polish the 1930s, cool-daddy-o vibe at this marble temple to stylish glamor." Full review
Fodor's
"Here's a perfect marriage of whimsy and elegance." Full review