The Dupont Circle Hotel

1500 New Hampshire Ave NW | Washington, DC 20036-1204  [SEE MAP]Washington, DC  [SEE ADDRESS]
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Overview

The only hotel on the actual circle
Better suited for night owls than families
Named for one of Washington's hippest neighborhoods, The Dupont Circle Hotel is ideal for anyone in search of trendy lodging. This hotel – a member of the elite Doyle Collection – is decked out in modern decor, complete with rich red, purple and green tones. From the front door, some of the city's liveliest nightlife haunts are within easy reach, making this location perfect for night-owls (families might want to look somewhere more kid-friendly). And on-site, guests have access to the hotel's Cafe Dupont, known for its French fare. But what recent guests seem to love the most at The Dupont Circle Hotel are its reasonable room rates. Though the rooms are smaller than those found in other luxury D.C. hotels, accommodations here do come equipped with luxurious amenities, including marble baths, flat-screen TVs and Nespresso coffee makers.
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Location
Washington, DC
Hotel Class
4.0-star
Property Type
Boutique hotel, 327 rooms
Primary View
City center, Neighborhood
Style
Modern
Best For
Business travelers, Couples, Groups, Solo travelers

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Guest Rooms
Location & Parking
Dining
Kids
Fitness
Business
Pets
Wedding

Scorecard

  • 4.0Hotel Class
  • GOODCritic Rating

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 3832 reviews Based on 3832 reviews
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Critic Reviews

Other Awards

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Fodor's

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With its contemporary furniture, sleek color scheme, and clean lines, the Dupont pulls off Mad Men-chic without so much as a hint of kitsch.

Fodor's Choice

Oyster.com

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Despite its modest 1940s-era exterior, the Dupont Circle Hotel is in the vanguard of modern design among D.C. hotels after a yearlong, top-to-bottom renovation.

Frommer's

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No other hotel sits right on Dupont Circle, which is the name not only for the neighborhood but also for the urban park around which the traffic swirls.

Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

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Guest Reviews

A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by TripAdvisor. A total of 3832 have reviewed the The Dupont Circle Hotel, giving it a rating of 4.5, on a scale of 1-5.

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TripAdvisor Travel Rating: TripAdvisor Traveler Rating 4.5 based on 3832 reviews 4.5 (based on 3832 reviews)
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Guest Rooms

The contemporary guest rooms are decorated with leather headboards, striped carpets and large windows. Rooms have pillow-top mattresses, down comforters, flat-screen TVs and Sony alarm clocks with iPod docking stations. The white marble bathrooms feature heated floors, Aromatherapy Associates toiletries and European-style showers.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Turndown service can be requested and includes bottled water, bedside slippers and a bathrobe placed in bathroom
  • Noise-blocking windows help block out traffic sounds
  • Some rooms offer views of Dupont Circle, others have surrounding street views

Standard room size: 280 square feet

  • Premium channels
  • Workspace/desk
  • Minifridge
  • Bathrobes/slippers
  • Minibar
  • Shower/tub combo
  • Separate shower
  • Separate tub
  • Internet
  • Wireless internet
  • Free internet
  • Fee for internet usage
  • Guest rooms with patios and balconies
  • Adjoining rooms available
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Location & Parking

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The Dupont Circle Hotel is the only hotel on the actual circle, and named for the neighborhood in which it is located. Sitting right across from the busy park area on New Hampshire Avenue, the hotel is surrounded by a mix of shops, restaurants, bars and residential spaces. Embassy Row, art galleries, brownstones, the Cathedral of St. Matthew and the Woodrow Wilson House are all within walking distance, and so are the cafes, shops and bars of the Adams Morgan neighborhood. The hotel is a bit of a walk from most tourist sites, but the Dupont Circle metro stop (Red Line) is less than a block away.
  • A mile north of the White House
  • Union Station is less than 3 miles southeast of the property
  • Located 6 miles north of Ronald Reagan National Airport and 27 miles southeast of Dulles International Airport
  • 24-hour valet parking ($38)
  • 24-hour self-parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Car service

Within walking distance of:

  • Bus stop
  • Restaurants
  • Movie theater
  • Train station
  • Beach
  • Theater
  • Subway/metro stop
  • Grocery store
  • Shopping
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Dining

The Pembroke is the hotel's farm-to-table restaurant which serves global flavors for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner in a comfortable terrace setting. serves French-influenced dishes crafted from fresh seasonal ingredients in a stylish, yet comfortable setting. The hotel's signature bar The Doyle provides gourmet cocktails and panoramic views of the circle/.
  • Doyle & Co. is a convenient lobby cafe perfect for a quick espresso or pastry
  • Room service available from 6:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. daily
  • Private dining available

Number of restaurants: 2

Cuisine Types: American, French

  • Fine dining
  • Casual dining
  • Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • 24-hour room service
  • free breakfast
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Kids

The comfortable rooms, 24-hour room service and kids menu at the Cafe Dupont make the hotel somewhat suitable for families, though the surrounding area can be busy late into the night.
  • Cribs and rollaways available for an additional charge
  • Discounted breakfast buffet for children 12 and younger; those 5 and younger eat free
  • Kids Club
  • Free Kids Club
  • Fee for Kids Club
  • Cribs
  • High Chairs
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Fitness

The Dupont Circle Hotel has a small on-site fitness center with a few treadmills, stationary bikes, yoga balls and free weights.
  • Open 24 hours
  • Complimentary magazines, water and towels
  • Weight equipment
  • Cardio equipment
  • Yoga mats
  • Free fitness classes
  • Premium fitness classes (with fee)
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Business

The Dupont Circle Hotel has 9,000 square feet of meeting and event space available. The largest room, the Dupont Ballroom, can seat 350 attendees theater-style or accommodate 250 guests in a banquet-style setting.
  • 24-hour business center
  • The Dupont Ballroom is an ideal presentation space
  • Some spaces offer views of Washington landscape or garden area
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout entire property

Number of meeting rooms: 6

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Meeting and event planners available
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Pets

The Dupont Circle Hotel is a pet-friendly property and charges a nonrefundable $200 fee for pets.
    • Pets allowed (with fee)
    • Dog walking
    • Pet-sitting
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    Wedding

    The Dupont Circle Hotel can accommodate wedding ceremonies and receptions, as well as pre- and post-wedding events. The Dupont Circle Ballroom is the largest space in the hotel, and can accommodate banquet-style seating for up to 250 guests. Other rooms such as Kalorama and Georgetown provide spaces more suitable for parties of around 40 people.
    • Customizable catering from the hotel's executive chef
    • On-site event staff available to manage catering and venue details
    • Hotel can provide a list of recommended providers for photography, florists, etc.

    Maximum wedding guest capacity: 250

    • Hotel hosts weddings
    • Outdoor space for weddings
    • Wedding planners available
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