The Best Hotels in Washington, DC

The Best Hotels in Washington, DC
Washington, D.C. is many things to many people, but when you think of Washington, you think two things in particular--the nexus of power politics in America, and a tourist destination for history and art. And if you're someone who has to get your "outside" time, there's running on the Mall, biking on the C&O Canal towpath or hiking in Rock Creek Park, a favorite haunt of Teddy Roosevelt. Whether you're in town to stalk the corridors of power or to wander the Mall, a centrally located hotel with all the amenities will make your trip more enjoyable.

Hotel Sofitel

Stay right at the heart of it all at the Hotel Sofitel Washington. It's only a stone's throw from the White House, on the corner facing Lafayette Park. The Sofitel is truly a luxe destination, in a solid 1880s building. The setting is stylish without being ornate, with a flair for European style and amenities.

Guest rooms and suites featured a modern take on Art Deco and feature marble bathrooms with separate tubs and glass showers. A French-style bistro serves full meals, and the bar, located off the left of the lobby, is a popular Washington watering hole.

Sofitel Washington
806 15th St. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005
(202) 730-8800
sofitel.com

The Willard

The sense of history at the Willard is palpable. You might find yourself sharing a drink and conspiring with your significant other on the same site that Confederate spies conspired during the Civil War. The Willard has preserved the classic architecture and feel of a historic property while ensuring all amenities are strictly up to date.

Guest rooms range from modest rooms to expansive suites, but all guests can take advantage of the full-service spa, fitness areas and on-site bistro and bar. The Willard is centrally located, right on Pennsylvania Avenue between the White House and the Capital.

The Willard
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20004
(202) 628-9100
willardwashington.com

Hotel Palomar

Set in the middle of the trendy and vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood, the style of the Hotel Palomar is relentlessly modern and cutting edge. Large, vibrant works of art dominate the public areas and their excellent Italian restaurant, Urbana.

The service at the Palomar is excellent, matched by its excellent facilities, including a 24-hour fitness center, pool and in-room spa services. Flat-screen TVs and in-room Wi-Fi keep you in touch with the outside world.

Hotel Palomar
2121 P St. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20037
(877) 866-3070
hotelpalomar-dc.com

Article Written By Nichole Liandi

Based in Virginia, Nichole Liandi has been a freelance writer since 2005. Her articles have appeared on various print and online publications. Liandi has traveled extensively in Europe and East Asia and incorporates her experiences into her articles. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from West Virginia University.

Write for Trails.com
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