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15 Cool Hotels for Your Next Trip to Washington, DC
These hip and trendy hotels offer unique experiences that blend the cultural and the authentic.
When booking your stay in the nation’s capital, your hotel options are plentiful. We’re here to help you find that unique locale that will take your trip to the next level. Read up on some of Washington, DC’s coolest and trendiest hotels below.
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Eaton Washington DC
You’ll discover urban sophistication at Eaton Washington DC, where all of its 209 rooms feature 43-inch HD Smart TVs and Bluetooth record players with curated vinyl selections. The cool does not stop there: Eaton also features a radio station, a 56-seat cinema, a rooftop bar, a French-American restaurant and intimate speakeasy.
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The LINE DC
With unique event spaces, a podcasting station, a restaurant and a cafe, The LINE DC is revolutionizing the hotel stay in the District. Situated inside a 110-year old historic church, the hotel is conveniently located in Adams Morgan, one of the hippest locales in the District.
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The Morrow
Discover why The Morrow Hotel won Interior Design’s 2023 Best of Year Awards for Boutique Hotel and Hotel Dining. Stay in style as guest rooms and suites feature premium Italian linens, Le Labo bath and body products and self-care enhancements. Check out Upstairs at The Morrow for rooftop cocktails or settle in to the Vesper lounge for live music and caviar service.
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Yours Truly DC
This hotel is a perfect fit for the business traveler, the cultural explorer and the adventure-seeking family. Yours Truly DC features a restaurant and bar, modern design components, expanded meeting space and on-site barber services through Groom Guy. The hotel is dog-friendly, so bring your furry friend with you!
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Motto by Hilton Washington, DC City Center
Motto by Hilton Washington, DC City Center does away with all the extravagance of a hotel stay, providing the necessary accommodations at an affordable, budget-friendly price while still retaining an innovative aesthetic sense. DC’s edition is in the heart of Penn Quarter/Chinatown, putting you close to many of the city’s best attractions. Bunk up with a friend or shack up with your partner in a 150-square-foot room that is perfectly designed for efficiency. We also highly recommend a visit to Crimson, which represents as a cafe, diner, basement whiskey bar and rooftop bar.
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Moxy Washington, DC Downtown
Crash the party downtown at this lavish hotel from Marriott. Moxy Washington, DC Downtown pulls together colorful decor (think pink flamingos and stylish pizza boxes), the lively Moxy Bar, on-site games (like Jenga and karaoke) and a lively rooftop bar to create one of the hippest hotel experiences in the District.
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Hotel Hive
Innovation bursts from every nook and cranny of Hotel Hive, with rooms that provide all you need within 125-250-square-foot spaces. Pets are welcome in your hive as well. When hunger for food or a good time comes calling, step into the Hive’s own &pizza or the Hive Bar, which offers craft cocktails and local brews from Atlas Brewery.
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The Ven at Embassy Row, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Home to the only rooftop pool and bar in Dupont Circle during the summer months, The Ven at Embassy Row, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is a haven for socialites looking to make the most of a trip to DC, regardless of the time of year. Check out the on-site restaurant, Fred & Stilla, and get in touch with the local art scene through exciting exhibits in the Art Gallery located on lower level 1 of the hotel and open 24 hours daily.
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Omni Shoreham Hotel
Gorgeously fixed on 11 acres that gaze over Rock Creek Park and manicured gardens, Omni Shoreham Hotel is a Woodley Park masterpiece that serves as an exotic urban retreat in the nation’s capital. Get in a chill sesh with all of the wonderful animals at the nearby Smithsonian's National Zoo.
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Generator Washington, DC
The Generator in Dupont Circle offers a unique blend of hostel-like shared accommodations (including female only dorms) and private rooms, accented with modern and bold decor. Guests can indulge in farm-to-table Mexican cuisine at Hoja Taqueria and fresh coffee and breakfast at Café Integral.
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Hotel Zena
Hotel Zena
Located in Thomas Circle at the base of 14th Street, Hotel Zena is a cultural hub celebrating female empowerment through provocative art, design and educational programming. The 191-room property stands as an ode to feminine strength, celebrated by all genders, races and sexualities, distinguished by a seven-story-tall mural by MISS CHELOVE.
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The Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill
Treat yourself to an upscale experience in Dupont Circle, one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in DC. The Royal Sonesta is a boutique hotel with spacious and stylish guest rooms and specialty suites that range in size from 520 to 2,600 square feet. You'll be minutes away from Embassy Row and the White House and can also enjoy an on-site yoga studio and outdoor pool.
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The Dupont Circle Hotel
The chic Dupont Circle Hotel offers a cocktail bar, a coffee shop and a restaurant in addition to its sleekly outfitted rooms. The location is super hip, too: the hotel is situated in one of the city’s most stimulating neighborhoods and is just a six-minute walk from The Phillips Collection, the first museum of modern art in America.
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St. Gregory Hotel
Fixed at the intersection of Dupont Circle, Georgetown and West End, St. Gregory Hotel features 156 guestrooms and suites, transforming the site into a dynamic destination for luxury. Take a break beside the dual-sided fire pit in the posh lobby lounge or savor raw bar oysters from Ellington Park Bistro during your stay.
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Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol
Hyatt Place
The NoMa neighborhood continues to rise towards the forefront of the city’s cultural evolution. Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol is the place to stay if you’d like to immerse yourself in NoMa and its eclectic vibes. Take a dip in the outdoor pool before venturing over to Union Market. Another must-see: the Rain installation, found a short walk away at the M Street NE underpass. Have Instagram at the ready when you encounter the artwork powered by 4,000 LED polycarbonate rods.
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