JW Marriott Washington, DCvsThe Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
JW Marriott Washington, DC and Kimpton Hotel Palomar Washington DC are both praised by professional travelers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Washington DC is preferred by most writers compared to JW Marriott Washington, DC. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Washington DC is ranked #13 in Washington DC with accolades from 15 reviewers including Star Service, Oyster and Michelin Guide.
JW Marriott Washington, DC
1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
From $159/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"A $40-million renovation completed in 2009 transformed this 27-year-old property into a thoroughly modern Marriott." Full review
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Ask for a room on floors 3 through 15 facing Pennsylvania Avenue for views of the avenue and of the Washington Monument beyond.
Oyster
Upscale
"A no-nonsense luxury hotel for the masses just steps away from the White House, the JW Marriott has a shopping mall-like multistory lobby and 772 cozy guestrooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Two blocks from the White House, the location minimizes walking distances for little feet. Child care offered by prearrangement."
Star Service
"All units come with minibars, coffeemakers, safes, irons and ironing boards, and three phones with voice mail and data ports. High-speed Internet access (for a fee) is standard in all rooms." Full review
Gayot
"The JW Marriott Washington, DC aims to impress with stylish and tasteful decor, well-equipped guest rooms and a prime location on Pennsylvania Avenue."
Zagat
3.7
""Popular for conventions" but also "comfortable for families", this "wonderful", "well-organized" chain link hits the mark "both for business and pleasure" with a "fantastic" location."
Fodor's
"From the location near the White House to the views from the top floors, it's hard to forget you are in the nation's capital when you stay in one of the beautifully furnished rooms here." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"A fully renovated luxury hotel along the famous Pennsylvania Avenue – making it perfectly suited for family, business and conference travel." Full review
Time Out
"Located on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House, National Mall and the theaters, the JW Marriott sits on a prime location." Full review
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For a view of the Washington Monument ask for a room facing Pennsylvania Avenue between the third and 15th floors.
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle Show All Reviews
2121 P Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
From $127/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"If you prefer a hotel to be more than simply a place to sleep, you'll love the Palomar." Full review
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Ask for an executive king room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking P Street for the best in-the-neighborhood experience.
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Fun boutique flair, at a fair price." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located in Dupont Circle just one mile from the National Mall, Hotel Palomar is a Kimpton boutique property with a chic, art-inspired design." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This funky boutique hotel offers guests luxury accommodation in a lively neighborhood. The rooms in this converted apartment building are large."
Rough Guide
"Excellent boutique accommodation with flat-panel TVs and CD players in the rooms, an on-site pool, fitness centre, stylish lounge and location close to the Circle."
Michelin Guide
"This modern, 10-story property bustles, especially late afternoons when patrons enjoy complimentary wine and hors'd'oeuvres in the sleek lobby."
Star Service
"It is also the most animated thanks to a large, style-driven lobby and lounge, outdoor pool, high room count and the social scene whipped up by free wine social hours." Full review
BlackBook
"Boutique hotel takes arty schtick to the edge."
Zagat
3.8
"A "professional, hard-working" crew and perks aplenty (e.g. complimentary bikes, evening wine receptions) make guests feel "special" at this "modern", "charming" Kimpton boutique hotel."
Gayot
"Located in the Dupont Circle neighborhood, this boutique hotelâs decor is inspired by 1930's French Moderne designers."