The Dupont CirclevsWashington Hilton
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, The Dupont Circle is preferred by most professionals compared to Washington Hilton. The Dupont Circle has a TripExpert Score of 82 with endorsements from 10 sources including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Afar Magazine.
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
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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
Washington Hilton
1919 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington DC, DC 20009
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The hotel's vast conference facilities make it a sure pick for big tour and business groups." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The 1960s-style semicircular structure has all the amenities you expect from a Hilton." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Located uphill from Dupont Circle, farther from the monuments but closer to the D.C. nightlife, this massive, 1,070-room convention-focused Hilton became a great hotel." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Hilton Washington is just a stone's throw away from Dupont Circle and is convenient to a number of Washington, D.C. area attractions, including Georgetown and the Smithsonian National Zoo." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The garden setting is lovely, and the elevated location gives a good view of the skyline. Both the layout and size of this complex create a resort atmosphere."
Star Service
"With its prized pool area and laudable meeting space, business and leisure travelers arrive in large numbers here, though commercial pursuits are this hotel's forte. " Full review
Fodor's
"The outdoor pool, sundeck, and children's wading pool offer spectacular views of the Washington Monument." Full review
Zagat
"Above DuPont Circle, in the imposing Washington Hilton Hotel, this light-filled, modern venue provides a soothing backdrop for the breakfasts and lunches served at its polished birch tables." Full review