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Smithsonian Hotels – Downtown Washington, DC
Welcome to our Smithsonian hotels guide. The Smithsonian Institution is located in downtown Washington, DC, just west of the National Mall.
Map of Washington Hotels - Downtown - Smithsonian - Metro Center
Smithsonian Hotels
National Mall, Metro Center, Convention Center, Verizon Center, National Theatre, Old Post Office Pavilion, Ford's Theatre, National Aquarium, Warner Theatre
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Luxury, smoke-free apartments
Near Nation's Capitol, Union Station, and National Mall
Also near convention center
One and two bedrooms
Outdoor swimming pool - fitness center
Free Internet access
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Nov 2012
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Rated High by Guests
Midscale, downtown DC hotel near Smithsonian
Also near Washington Convention Center
8 floors, 100 rooms - AAA 2 Diamonds
No swimming pool - fitness center
24-hour business center
Free Internet access
Valet parking only - $30 per night
Free hot breakfast
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Oct 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Staff was really friendly and helpful - Dec 2010
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Rated High by Guests
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, downtown hotel
Near Smithsonian
Also near Gallery Place subway station - Verizon Center
10 floors, 188 rooms
Indoor swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Free Internet access
Valet parking only - $24 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Oct 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Close to Verizon Center - bed was comfortable - good place to stay - Feb 2011
Near Verizon Center - lots of construction underway - all the employees were friendly and helpful - we had to wait 25 minutes for the valet to bring our car in the morning - great hotel - Feb 2011
Beds and pillows were awful - had to ask for fresh towels 2 days in a row - I walked down 9 flights of stairs due to a false fire alarm, and 15 minutes later the alarm went off again - terrible hotel experience - Mar 2010
Close to the Metro station, art museum, and spy museum; lots of restaurants nearby - room was comfortable and clean - decor was dated - I was able to leave my luggage and car at the hotel after checkout time - good hotel - Dec 2009
Convenient to the Metro, subway, and downtown attractions - staff was courteous and helpful - no sign directing guests to valet parking area - May 2009
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Rated High by Guests
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, downtown DC hotel
Near Smithsonian
9 floors, 53 suites
No swimming pool - exercise room
Free Internet access
Valet parking only - $30-50 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Oct 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Good location - hotel was clean - parking was expensive - great place - Jan 2012
New, clean, and modern - suite was large - quality fixtures - friendly staff - a fantastic find - Jun 2009
Great location - affordable - suite was beautiful - Apr 2009
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Rated High by Guests
Upscale, full-service, downtown DC hotel
Near Smithsonian
14 floors, 384 suites
Heated indoor swimming pool - fitness room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Business center
Microwave and refrigerator in every suite
Internet access costs $10 per night
Parking costs $46 per night
Free hot breakfast
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Convenient to downtown - excellent staff - good continental breakfast - restaurant food was expensive - great family hotel - Nov 2011
Suite was large; had a living area and bedroom - there was an unpatched hole above the shower; water pressure was poor - liked the full breakfast and cocktail hour - Apr 2011
Nice suite - good continental breakfast and complimentary evening happy hour - great stay - Dec 2010
Good breakfast - Jan 2010
Beautiful, spacious suite - employees were accommodating - pool was crowded - quite a few amenities - family-friendly; we recommend - Aug 2008
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Rated High by Guests
Midscale, smoke-free, downtown DC hotel
Near Smithsonian - also near Verizon Center
9 floors, 198 rooms and suites - AAA 2 Diamonds
No swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Restaurant open for lunch and dinner only
Business center
Free Internet access
Valet parking only - $35 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Good location and rates - a comfortable stay - Aug 2010
Convenient location - Feb 2010
Close to Verizon Center - no parking - Sep 2008
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Rated Average by Guests
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel
Near the Smithsonian
10 floors, 265 rooms
Heated indoor swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Free Internet access
Valet parking only - $45 per night
Pet-friendly hotel - pet fee is based on pet's size at hotel's discretion - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Convenient location - heard some noise in the hallway late at night - Jul 2011
Good location - room was small - parking was expensive - May 2011
Room was a bit small for a king-sized bed - excellent, courteous service - Sep 2007
Good rooms - parking needed improvement - nice place to stay - Jan 2007
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Rated High by Guests
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service hotel
Near Smithsonian and next to Metro
12 floors, 888 rooms - AAA 3 Diamonds
Heated indoor swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Internet access costs $10 per night
Parking costs $45 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Big, fancy hotel - room was clean and modern - staff was friendly - a happy hotel visit - Apr 2011
Great location - excellent service - a wonderful stay - Jan 2011
Metro access under the hotel - beautiful marble entrance - great room - breakfast buffet was excellent - a comfortable stay - Aug 2010
Gorgeous lobby - check-in clerks were friendly - Jan 2010
Right next to Metro - excellent concierge - Sep 2009
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Rated Very High by Guests
Midscale, smoke-free, downtown Washington DC hotel
Near Smithsonian and Verizon Center
13 floors, 228 rooms
Heated indoor swimming pool - fitness center
Business center
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free Internet access
Parking costs $35 per night
Free hot breakfast
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Staff was courteous - liked the full breakfast - valet parking was too expensive - I was satisfied - Jul 2011
We were happy with our stay - Aug 2010
Close to Verizon Center - room was clean - staff was friendly - great stay - Oct 2009
New and clean - Dec 2008
Close to concert venue - beautiful hotel - Nov 2008
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Rated Average by Guests
Cheap, full-service, downtown Washington DC hotel
Near the Smithsonian
Also near Metro Center subway station
11 floors, 240 rooms
No swimming pool
Restaurant - lounge
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Free Internet access
Off-site parking costs $16 per night
Pet-friendly hotel - pets allowed only in smoking rooms - no pet fee - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Conveniently located - old-fashioned hotel - room was clean but stuffy, so we asked for a fan - Feb 2011
Close to Verizon Center - room was small - staff was helpful - Oct 2009
Walk to attractions - historic hotel - room was small - May 2009
Good location - room wasn't clean enough - hot water wasn't reliable - restaurant needed improvement - Apr 2009
Good location and price - safe, secure, and clean - staff was friendly and helpful - Aug 2008
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Rated High by Guests
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, downtown DC hotel
Near Smithsonian
Member of Historic Hotels of America
8 floors, 106 rooms and suites
No swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Free Internet access
Parking costs $39 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Nice atmosphere - good furniture - dinner was too expensive - Aug 2010
Good location and rates - poor check-in service - May 2009
Walk to everything - hotel was small, historic, and charming - AC was shut off for the season; it was uncomfortably warm in the room - Mar 2009
Historic hotel was unique and beautiful - small, cozy, comfortable room - staff went out of their way to accommodate my needs - Jan 2008
Convenient location - top-rate facilities - staff knew the importance of good customer service - beer selection needed improvement - everything was great - Oct 2007
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Rated High by Guests
Upper-midscale, downtown DC hotel near Smithsonian
14 floors, 300 rooms
Heated indoor swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free Internet access
Parking costs $40 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Close to everything - good rates - Feb 2011
Convenient location - bellhop had a poor attitude, and provided mistaken information - good restaurant - Feb 2011
Heater didn't work properly, so the room was always too hot or too cold - employees were helpful and kind - Jan 2011
Room was clean and well-maintained - bedding was exceptionally comfortable - breakfast was pricey - great hotel - Sep 2010
Easy access to DC - nice hotel - room was well-appointed and family-friendly - great service from all the employees - appreciated the bag-checking service - a good choice - Mar 2010
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Rated High by Guests
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service, downtown hotel
Near the Smithsonian - also near Verizon Center
Member of Historic Hotels of America
A Kimpton hotel
4 floors, 183 rooms and suites - AAA 4 Diamonds
No swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Internet access costs $12 per night
Valet parking only - $40 per night
Pet-friendly hotel - no pet fee - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Good location - room wasn't ready until 4:45 PM - Aug 2011
Close to Verizon Center - room was below-ground; the view from the window was less than desirable - Jan 2011
Convenient to Verizon Center - old hotel - room and bathroom were small - entire staff was friendly - Nov 2008
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Rated High by Guests
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, downtown DC hotel
Near Smithsonian
Within walking distance of the White House
15 floors, 772 rooms and suites
Heated indoor swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Internet access costs $13 per night
Valet parking only - $50 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Great location in the heart of DC - good-sized room - bed linens were so soft we didn't want to get out of bed - towels felt like sandpaper - staff was friendly and courteous - great breakfast buffet, including omelets and salmon - fabulous place to stay - Jun 2007
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Rated High by Guests
Upscale, smoke-free, downtown DC hotel
Near Smithsonian
Next to the Metro Center subway station
15 floors, 456 rooms and suites
Heated indoor swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Internet access costs $13 per night
Valet parking only - $48 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Oct 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Convenient to Metro transit - nice room - good front desk service - great hotel - Jan 2011
Good location - parking was expensive - Jul 2010
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Rated High by Guests
Upscale, smoke-free, downtown DC hotel
Near Smithsonian
2 blocks from Washington Convention Center
Member of Historic Hotels of America
5 floors, 54 rooms and suites
No swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Free Internet access
Valet parking only - $33 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Oct 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Loved the historic features - TV was small - Feb 2011
Tasteful environment - room was quiet - outstanding service - an escape to old-world elegance - Nov 2010
Convenient and comfortable - good service - May 2009
Close to the convention center - hotel was comfortable, room was spacious - friendly staff - Sep 2007
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Rated High by Guests
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel
Near Smithsonian
16 floors, 807 rooms and suites
No swimming pool - fitness center
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Breakfast buffet with hot foods is not free
Business center
Internet access costs $13 per night
Parking costs $33-48 per night
Not pet-friendly - no pets allowed - Dec 2012
Hotel Guides Verified Reviews
Close to Mt. Vernon Convention Center; fairly close to DC attractions - Internet access was free in the lobby, but wasn't free in the room - enjoyed the large lobby - Apr 2011
Perfect location - room was clean but a bit outdated - friendly staff - good place to stay - Dec 2010
Rates seemed high - liked the room decor, but it was drafty - there was construction underway at the entrance - room service and food were overpriced - Feb 2010
Room was clean and comfortable - staff was courteous - Jul 2007
Great location for sightseeing - service was commendable - liked the on-site dining - we were extremely pleased - Apr 2007
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