Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Hotels
Hilton Worldwide
8.2 (413 reviews)
1225 First St NE, Washington, District of Columbia, 20002 , Washington , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Boat tours nearby
Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Dated room

Categories

Cleanliness
7.66
A grotty hotel not up to usual Hilton standards; cleanliness issues in public areas.
Service
9.13
Staff were friendly; great service response from management for room issues.
Location
8.67
Location is fine for Uber pickups; close to metro stations and a 20-minute walk from Capitol Hill.
Room Quality
8.12
Room was clean but dated, bed was comfortable.
Amenities
8.15
Hotel amenities were fine, although food was expensive.
Value for Money
7.61
Food prices were high; overall value depends on expectations.
Food and Beverage
8.16
Limited drink options; large portion sizes but pricey.
Overall Experience
8.13
Overall experience was good, but the hotel is not up to Hilton's usual standards.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 09:02

Property Description

Recreational Amenities: Indulge in luxury with an indoor pool, spa tub, and 24-hour fitness center at the Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol.

Dining Experience: Enjoy American cuisine at Garden Grill with a bar/lounge, or savor the convenience of room service during limited hours.

Modern Comforts: Benefit from complimentary wired and wireless internet access, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service, along with air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and complimentary toiletries.

Centrally located in Washington, a 9-minute walk from Gallaudet University, and 12 minutes by foot from Union Station Shopping Center, reserve a stay now at Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol for a memorable experience.

Important information:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Up to 10 children 1 year old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DCA

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Only dogs and cats are allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 413 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.66
Service: 9.13
Location: 8.67
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 7.61
Food and Beverage: 8.16
Overall Experience: 8.13
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D9172FJtraceyj Couples
6
Restaurant/Bar staff an asset to the Hotel
Pros:

Location is fine for uber pickups. Restaurant area not comfortable to spend an evening with limited choice of drinks. Bed comfy but room dated. Carpet hadn't been cleaned as peanuts on carpet beside bed! Electric mirror in bathroom was damaged but did work. Staff in restaurant/bar area extremely friendly and an asset to the hotel. Reception staff not very welcoming and appeared to make you feel like you were pestering them, not just the once but every time i asked a question. This hilton is not to the usual standard, however I wouldn't tell people to stay away, only to not expect the usual Hilton standard.

2025-12-12 via Tripadvisor
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Grahamb2105 Couples Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, Scotland
8
Excellent hotel that provided all we needed for our stay in Washington.
Pros:

Another hotel that we thought was a bit out of the way but we were only 20 minute walk from Capitol Hill, and the Noma Metro station was only a couple of minutes walk away for areas further afield. The room was really comfy and had all we needed for a comfortable stay. The staff could have been a bit more helpful but they were kept busy

2025-11-25 via Tripadvisor
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stuartbV264SB Solo travel
8
November 14 and 15
Pros:

Hotel and staff nice valet parking but perfer self secure in/out parking plus Hot tub was cold hardly any bubbles etc pool was warmer and no clock radio in room plus stayed on 5th floor and sign said ice machine on 4th and 6th not on my floor food was expensive but of course at location and 12 oz ribeye 39.00 then two drinks added to 72.60 without tip also would be good if room included hotel info quide

2025-11-15 via Tripadvisor
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L3103GNtimc Solo travel
10
Excellant
Pros:

Easy check-in, baggage handler at door, a real pleasure after long flight from Hawaii. Restaurant gives large portions of whatever you order, try the fish tacos.

2025-11-13 via Tripadvisor
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jamesfS565CL Business Market Weighton, East Riding of Yorkshire, England
4
Wouldn't visit again until it has been refurbished.
Pros:

A grotty hotel not up to usual Hilton standards. The main issue was the lack of cleanliness in all of public areas.
The staff were friendly and my room was clean if tired.

2025-11-11 via Tripadvisor
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ccylev Business Saint Louis, Missouri
8
Get a room away from the elevator
Pros:

Pretty much what you would expect. I like that it is near a metro stop. I recommend getting a room far away from the elevator. I checked in early and just dropped my bags in the room and made a quick phone call. I remember thinking, "Wow, it must be very windy out," then forgot about it. When I returned hours later, I realized the elevator makes a really loud whooshing sound that sounds like a strong wind and my room was right across from it. I asked to change rooms and was glad they could accommodate one farther away. It had a leaking bathroom faucet, but I didn't mention it because it seemed to be difficult to get me the first switched room. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable, so it wasn't an issue for me.
The business center was helpful and allowed me to get the copies of documents I needed before my meeting.

2025-11-08 via Tripadvisor
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Y7702XXmarks Business
10
Great Service!
Pros:

Great service! Had a problem with the first room I had chosen and the manager Herman made it right for me fast. I appreciate that!

2025-10-29 via Tripadvisor
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ellisona657 Business
10
Thank you, front desk staff
Pros:

We stayed at this hotel as a group of college students on a business trip. We had difficulties checking in due to the way our school booked the rooms, but Lyle Ochoa, the front office manager, was so helpful and understanding. We truly appreciated how he worked with us to get everything sorted, and he understood that we were young students trying to figure things out on our own. You can trust that he will get things sorted for you, and the rest of the front desk staff was accommodating and kind as well. Thank you for making what could have been a very stressful experience go much smoother.

2025-10-26 via Tripadvisor
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TectonicGreg Business Ottawa, Ontario
8
Nice hotel, quick access downtown, local area a bit shady
Pros:

I stayed here three nights on a business trip and would do so again. I like the Hilton Garden Inns quite a bit and this was was basically on par with the others, though a few features had some minor scratches. The big plus was it's just a block from a quick Metro trip downtown and now you can just tap a credit card rather than having to buy a pass. The downside is I saw police blocking off a street for an arrest and another confrontation with police. I never felt unsafe but it wasn't what I'd want for a family vacation. Parking was also a bit pricey.

2025-10-24 via Tripadvisor
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davidzY8494XJ Family
6
Hot tub isn't hot.
Pros:

While the hotel was clean and staff friendly, one of the main attractions for us was the hot tub/pool. This was the first hotel I'd been in where the pool was warmer than the hot tub. Mentioned it to the staff and it doesn't seem anything was done about it.

2025-10-13 via Tripadvisor
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Angelique
8
Pros:

Rooms are nice, bed is comfortable and amenities are decent. The staff were very friendly and most helpful. The pool/hot tub closed a little early but overall I was well satisfied with my stay.

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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Ashlee
10
Pros:

Great location and night staff (security and front desk) were so friendly and helpful. Room was not bed size paid for (queen instead of king) but no others available. Room was still great accommodation, just wish this would have been disclosed. Having water foundations in hotel would be useful to improve eco-friendliness.

2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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Celeste
10
Pros:

Great

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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lisa
10
Pros:

The entire staff was amazing.. from Candice at the front desk, to Millie at breakfast. We were extremely pleased with the service and kindness of the staff.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Michael family
10
Pros:

Comfortable room, very kind and welcoming staff at front desk and for our room. Excellent location with Metro close, grocery store basically next door, and nearby dining. Only downsides were one elevator in operation the first night, pool closes early, and treadmills in fitness center were not in good shape.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Kristen
10
Recent DC trip
Pros:

Herman made this stat worth it. He was kind, professional, and accommodating to a customer’s needs. The restaurant staff was as fun and professional!

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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Jamell family
6
Pros:

Property was nice! Just didn’t get the room I booked!

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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Claire friends
10
Pros:

Clean room and friendly staff

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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briana
10
Pros:

Love this place

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Jenny
10
Pros:

Easy parking and nice staff

2025-10-09 via Nuitee