The Normandy HotelvsThe Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Normandy Hotel and The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection are both rated very highly by writers. On balance, The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection ranks significantly higher than The Normandy Hotel. The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection comes in at #14 in Washington DC with endorsements from 11 reviews including BlackBook, Rough Guide and Travel + Leisure.
The Normandy Hotel
2118 Wyoming Ave. NW, Washington DC, DC 20008
From $74/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Business Center
- Dry Cleaning
- Tennis Court
- Air Conditioning
Concierge
"Located on a leafy side street within walking distance of Dupont Circle's restaurants and bars, the Normandy has a mellow, tucked-away feel."
DK Eyewitness
"On a quiet residential street, the Normandy has the feel of a bed-and-breakfast."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Offers plenty of perks... this boutique hotel is a good value for the neighborhood." Full review
Jetsetter
"Go residential and international at this elegant stay on a quiet street just off of DC’s tony embassy row." Full review
Fodor's
"On a quiet street in the embassy area of Connecticut Avenue stands this small Irish chain hotel." Full review
Time Out
"The look is disceetly elegant, rooted in tradition but with some lively modern touches. Rooms have duck-down duvets, entertainment systems and in-room Nespresso machines. " Full review
Frommer's
"This boutique hotel is charming, it’s Parisian, and it’s pretty... the clientele is an international mix." Full review
The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection Show All Reviews
1127 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Many guest rooms have their own marble foyers; all have a high ceiling and Italian marble bathroom." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The hotel is located near Dupont Circle just a short walk from the White House, Washington Monument, and Smithsonian museums." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"A classic hotel with complimentary shoe shines, and multilingual staff."
Rough Guide
"Sumptuous Washington classic featuring a promenade – a vast, imperial hall – and smart rooms with subtle, tasteful furnishings; the terrific Café Promenade restaurant is much in demand."
Michelin Guide
"A perennial favorite of frequent visitors, the Mayflower flaunts the splendor of Washington's golden age along busy Connecticut Avenue."
Gayot
"The block-long lobby boasts a lovely mezzanine level and large skylights, and teems with activity during working hours --- it is an accessible public cut-through from Connecticut Avenue to 17th Street."
BlackBook
"Roaring twenties opulence meets twenty-first century pomp with purpose."
Zagat
3.8
"There's "plenty of history" at this longtime host of presidents (and a few of their mistresses), a "venerable" circa-1925 landmark that "impresses" with an "extremely attentive" staff."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Although not the exclusive enclave it once was, this hotel remains regal in its public spaces, with lots of frills and marble, and a beautiful grand ballroom." Full review
Star Service
"In a prime location three long blocks north of Lafayette Park and the White House, across the street from National Geographic Headquarters and its museum." Full review