JW Marriott Washington, DCvsThe Madison Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, JW Marriott Washington, DC is preferred by most writers compared to The Madison Washington DC, A Hilton Hotel. JW Marriott Washington, DC comes in at 82 with approval from 9 sources including The Telegraph, Gayot and Fodor's.
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 Madison Hotel Show All Reviews
1177 Fifteenth Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20005
From $144/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
Oyster
Upscale
"The 352-room Madison has clean, comfortable rooms -- all of which were renovated in 2012 -- and a spacious gym." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Billing itself “Washington’s Correct Address,” this hotel is filled with the finest of everything. The decorative items and artwork displayed throughout the hotel are of collector’s quality."
Michelin Guide
"Billed as a modern adaptation of historic Washington, the hotel offers rooms and suites with a light and bright setting."
Star Service
"Located five blocks north of the White House...this is trendy chameleon that cooks up a flavorful and colorful surroundings suitable for commercial and leisure travelers." Full review
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Guests should request rooms with 15th Street views, rather than those with M Street exposures.
Gayot
"This landmark hotel is located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC."
Not For Tourists
""Luxury Washington DC Hotels"."
Fodor's
"Polite service and stylish comfort prevail at this classic Washington address, which is why the signatures of presidents, prime ministers, sultans, and kings fill the guest register." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The attractive rooms are mid-sized, with silver-gray walls, fluffy white beds and wine-red accents – a color palette meant to echo DC's famed cherry blossoms." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Madison Washington DC, a Hilton Hotel is within easy reach of both the downtown sights and the midtown shops and restaurants." Full review
Jetsetter
"Freshly renovated downtown D.C. gem with an understated vibe and power dining possibilities." Full review