Phoenix Park HotelvsThe Madison Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Phoenix Park Hotel ranks marginally better than The Madison Washington DC, A Hilton Hotel. Phoenix Park Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 79 with positive reviews from 10 reviews including Star Service, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
Phoenix Park Hotel
520 North Capitol St NW, Washington DC, DC 20001
From $93/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Lonely Planet
"Though it may look bland from the outside, the Phoenix is all Irish warmth, polished wood and Waterford crystal chandeliers inside. The hotel has long been home away from home for..." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Named after the famous park in Dublin, this hotel expresses an Irish theme. Built in 1922, the stately Georgian Revival hotel retains an Old World flavor."
Michelin Guide
"Situated between Union Station and the US Capitol, Phoenix Park pairs a convenient location with generous amenities and live lrish entertainment."
Star Service
"This excellent residential-style hotel lies in a bustling area across from Union Station." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The 149-room hotel brings the luck and love of the Irish to Capitol Hill." Full review
Time Out
"Named after a park in Dublin, the Phoenix features standard-sized rooms decorated with Irish artwork and linens." Full review
Not For Tourists
""Phoenix Park Hotel Washington DC Hotel"."
Fodor's
"If you prefer to be near the Hill but not in a convention hotel, the small but cozy guest rooms in this European-style inn across the street from Union Station may fit the bill." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Four blocks from the U.S. Capitol, the Phoenix Park Hotel is an ideal property for travelers meeting with members of Congress or simply wishing to be near the city's historic Capitol Hill neighborhood." Full review
Frommer's
"Guests give top marks to the very high beds and their pillow-topped mattresses...business and leisure travelers alike choose the Phoenix Park for its convenient proximity to Union Station" Full review
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For best views and spaciousness, ask for a room with two queen-size or one king-size bed facing Union Station and/or the National Postal Museum. For the quietest rooms, request a room on the top floor, to escape both the sounds drifting up from the Dubliner (live music nightly!) and traffic noise.
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