Washington, D.C – Streetsmart : Boutique Hotels, Business Hotels

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Boutique Hotels


Note: Unless otherwise stated, all hotels accept credit cards, and have en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning



  1. Topaz Hotel

    The
    striking interiors here are in the highest contemporary style along
    with exquisite design. The Topaz Bar is among the best in the city, and
    hotel services include a daily proverb.

  2. The Hotel George

    One
    of the most fashionable hotels in the city, deserving attention because
    of its innovative design, excellent business accommodations (the desks
    are huge slices of granite with contemporary communications), and its
    fine bistro-style restaurant. The in-room CD player/ radio provides
    sound environments including ocean, brook, forest, or wind.




    The Hotel George



  3. Sofitel Lafayette Square

    On
    a corner of Lafayette Square, this 1862 building has been transformed
    by the French Sofitel chain into an elegant contemporary hotel. The
    soundproofing and acoustic doors are a welcome feature. The restaurant
    serves refined French cuisine.

  4. George Washington University Inn

    The
    handsome, recently renovated, and large guest rooms and suites are
    colonial-inspired, but all have a refrigerator, microwave, and
    coffee-maker. Some have complete kitchens. The Kennedy Center and Metro
    are nearby.

  5. Hotel Monticello

    Mini-suites
    with refrigerator, microwave, and coffee service are offered at this
    elegant hotel at one of the best addresses, right up from the C&O
    canal in Georgetown. The fixtures are beautiful – marble bathrooms and
    good art on the walls. The service is excellent.

  6. Windsor Inn

    Two
    1920s buildings offer big hotel amenities in a charming and personable
    environment. The main building is on the National Register of Historic
    Places, and has some marvelous Art Deco ornamentation. There is no
    elevator.

  7. Hotel Lombardy

    A
    recent refurbishing transformed this hotel with imported fabrics,
    Oriental rugs, and original art. It is now pet friendly too. The
    restaurant is bistro-style.

  8. Hotel Madera

    Newly
    renovated, this small hotel exudes elegance, sophistication, and power,
    catering to ladies and gentlemen of classic tastes.

  9. The Madison

    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.

  10. Melrose Hotel

    A
    modern building in a first-rate location at the heart of the city, the
    Melrose is well known for its refined luxury. The furnishings are
    contemporary but with classic influences.


Business Hotels




Typical Washington, D.C. business hotel lobby

  1. Marriott Wardman Park

    The
    largest convention hotel in Washington combines charm with modern
    services and technology. There are scores of meeting rooms here and an
    exhibition area. The well-maintained rooms offer all business services.

  2. Crystal City Marriott

    This
    hotel has all business amenities and is convenient to the Pentagon and
    within a mile of Reagan National Airport. There are 13 meeting rooms, a
    concierge, and a business center.

  3. Omni Shoreham Hotel

    Adjacent
    to Rock Creek Park, this grand hotel sits on 11 landscaped acres. A
    dynamic, luxury hotel that has hosted countless important guests and
    meetings. The full business center also includes clerical support.
    Multiple large meeting rooms.

  4. Hamilton Crowne Plaza Hotel

    This
    distinguished hotel is recently renovated. The guest rooms offer a desk
    with high speed internet modem connection and voice mail, and cable TV
    with in-room movies. Seven meeting rooms are available with
    tele-conferencing and a multilingual staff. Pets are welcome.

  5. Embassy Suites

    Well-furnished
    rooms with good work areas and a separate living room for meetings or
    relaxing. Conference rooms with extensive equipment available for rent.
    Indoor swimming pool and fitness center. Breakfast included.

  6. One Washington Circle Hotel

    Business
    travelers receive excellent services at this Foggy Bottom hotel. A
    knowledgable staff manages the four meeting rooms, and suites have lots
    of seating space for work. Larger suites have full kitchens and walk-out
    balconies. There is also an outdoor pool.

  7. Capital Hilton

    A huge range of meeting rooms and guest rooms with desks and modern communications.

  8. Four Points by Sheraton

    Totally remade into a very modern 3-star business hotel with a professional meeting specialist.

  9. Hilton Washington

    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, while staff and facilities offer every amenity.

  10. Courtyard Washington Convention Center

    Situated in an old 1891 bank but completely up-to-date. Near the city’s convention center. The hotel has two conference rooms.