The St. Regis Washington, D.C.vsThe Dupont Circle
The St. Regis Washington, D.C. and The Dupont Circle are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, The St. Regis Washington, D.C. is the choice of most reviewers compared to The Dupont Circle. The St. Regis Washington, D.C. is ranked #6 in Washington DC with positive reviews from 17 sources such as Afar Magazine, Oyster and BlackBook.
The St. Regis Washington, D.C. Show All Reviews
923 16th and K Streets, N.W., Washington DC, DC 20006
From $263/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"An especially lovely place to stay the night (and especially expensive: Its rates may be the highest in town)." Full review
Concierge
"It's still the province of visiting heads of state, diplomats, and lobbyists, and an air of decorum prevails."
Oyster
Luxury
"Its premier restaurant, 24-hour butler service, and spacious, high-tech rooms place it among the city's elite." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Calvin Coolidge took part in the 1926 opening of this grand hotel, styled after a Renaissance palace and appointed with antiques, chandeliers, and fine tapestries."
Michelin Guide
"The landmark St. Regis looms over Washington's thriving business district with an air of distinction."
Star Service
"The staff too is professional if somewhat cool, and as emotionally detached as the Secret Service agents who shadow some of the guests staying here." Full review
i
Avoid rooms facing the Crystal Terrace, as it is often raucous with functions and parties.
Gayot
"From the arched doorway facade to the Oriental carpets and dangling chandeliers of the impressive lobby, this hotel... is all about elegance."
BlackBook
"Queenly residence for visiting heads of state, pocket-heavy Europeans and America's aging glitterati."
Zagat
4.0
"Smitten supporters of this circa-1926 grande dame tout its "superb" location, just two blocks from the White House, and maintain that guests are in for a "luxurious", "peaceful" stay."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"A historic hotel in the heart of the nation’s capital, The St. Regis Washington, D.C. has hosted most of the U.S. presidents as well as an assortment of royalty and prime ministers." Full review
The Dupont Circle Show All Reviews
1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
From $305/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upscale
"Despite its modest 1940s-era exterior, the Dupont Circle Hotel is in the vanguard of modern design among D.C. hotels after a yearlong, top-to-bottom renovation." Full review
Michelin Guide
"A rebranding and extensive renovation of this hotel turned it into a contemporary gem in a can't-be-beat location."
Star Service
"Parked in the midst of D.C.'s most vibrant social scene, it is a scene-stealer in its own right: a midcentury-modern hotel with a theatrical aesthetic that disguises its Irish roots." Full review
Gayot
"Having reopened in 2009, this property overlooking Dupont Circle has made a splash as a moderately-priced property with a modern flair."
Lonely Planet
"Part of the Doyle group, this spot is chic and glamorous, in a more contemporary and sleek fashion than the embassy row it sits near." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Fortunes and friendships change quickly in D.C., but leafy Dupont Circle, with its charming shops and trendy restaurants, has yet to go out of style." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Truly at the center of it all, The Dupont Circle Hotel overlooks all the shops and restaurants around the bustling circle for which it is named." Full review
Fodor's
"With its contemporary furniture, sleek color scheme, and clean lines, the Dupont pulls off Mad Men–chic without so much as a hint of kitsch." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"As slick as a top politician, The Dupont Circle Hotel in Washington, DC, is modern and masculine with one of the best addresses in the nation’s capital." Full review
i
In full denial that our luxurious weekend was, in fact, ending, we took a chance and requested a late check-out.
The Telegraph
8.0
"Features contemporary rooms, a great location and snazzy renovations at the hands of designer Martin Brudnizki – bringing some much-needed glamour to this corner of DC. " Full review