For Immediate Release:
March 11, 2009

Hotel Updates

Wondering what’s going on in DC’s hotel scene? New properties and major renovations round-out this list of District hotel updates:

Hilton Washington (1919 Connecticut Ave. NW, 202-328-2080) owners have begun a top-to-bottom restoration project of their landmark hotel on Connecticut Avenue that will affect all 13 floors of the hotel. The scope of work includes exhibition space and modifications to the hotel’s existing function areas and meeting rooms. Designs are being completed for a fresh take on the main entrance, renovated health club facility, public spaces and lobby, complete with new restaurants.

The Doubletree Hotel, Washington D.C. (1515 Rhode Island Ave. NW, 202-232-7000) has undergone a $6 million renovation to provide an entirely updated look for its lobby and lounge, as well as a complete revamping of each guest bedroom. 

The historic Hotel Washington is currently undergoing a complete overhaul.  The hotel is scheduled to re-open in August 2009 as the W Hotel Washington, D.C. (15th St. & Pennsylvania Ave.) featuring 317 guest rooms including 32 suites, a spectacular rooftop bar and terrace, as well as more than 13,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space.

The Jefferson Hotel (1200 16th St. NW, 202-448-2300) is in the midst of a full-scale renovation, slated for completion in summer 2009. After its renovation, the hotel will feature 99 luxury guest rooms, a lounge and bar area, an upscale dining venue, a state-of-the-art fitness center and a private spa for guests.  Modern meeting spaces have also been included in the overhaul. When complete, the hotel will boast three total meeting rooms, one of which is a formal board room for 18. The other two meeting rooms can hold up to 50 people.

The Four Seasons Washington, D.C., (2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-342-0444) the District's only five-star property, recently revealed the results of a $40 million renovation. The hotel's West Wing has been entirely redesigned and 11 new rooms have been added, as well as the hotel's sixth and largest Royal Suite. The suite features bullet-resistant windows, a security camera system, and its own street entrance. At 4,000 square feet, it's the largest suite in DC. In addition, the lobby has been transformed by French designer Pierre-Yves Rochon and Michael Mina's Bourbon Steak restaurant recently opened on the scene as well.

The new Dupont Hotel (1500 New Hampshire Avenue; 202-483-6000) will open Spring 2009. The hotel is a member of The Doyle Collection, an international hotelier currently operating 11 properties in six international cities. The Dupont Hotel has 327 rooms, including 7 Luxury Suites and a Presidential Suite. The hotel will offer 8,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and will feature a stunning bar and French-infused restaurant.

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