Pets allowed

Facilities

Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessible
Fireplace in lobby
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Smoke-free property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Historic Charm
Great Location
Friendly Staff
Delicious Food
Cons:
Noise from outside
Limited modern amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.63
Great service and cleanliness can overcome any lack of 'modern' conveniences.
Service
9.1
The staff showed genuine smiles, were present and happy to be there, making the guests feel welcome and cared for.
Location
9.14
Great location and conveniently positioned between downtown and Dupont Circle.
Room Quality
8.59
Rooms with character, comfy beds, though some noise issues reported.
Amenities
8.32
Historic hotel amenities, with some lack of modern conveniences.
Value for Money
8.58
Fantastic hotel for the cost, especially with holiday discounts.
Food and Beverage
9.13
The food is one of the best restaurants in DC, consistently delicious.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall a lovely place with charming character, a piece of magic.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:55

Property Description

Unique Charm and Modern Comforts
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a fireplace in the lobby.

Culinary Delights
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Tabard Inn Restaurant serving guests of Tabard Inn. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Convenient Location and Services
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.

Embrace the charm of Tabard Inn and book your stay for a memorable experience in Washington D.C.

Important information:

  • One child 18 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 281 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 8.9
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hts134 Business Winter Garden, Florida
10
Hidden gem in DC
Pros:

This is a fantastic hidden gem. 1800s charm with just enough modern convenience. All the workers own the hotel so the spirit of assistance and hospitality is in every interaction with staff. I’ve stayed multiple times and would recommend to anyone coming to DC.

2026-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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mollyf954 Solo travel
10
Quaint, comfortable and excellent service.
Pros:

I had such a lovely 4 night stay. They made everything so easy (even helping with my big bag on the stairs). The dining room is delicious. I had a delicious egg sandwich one day and a ceasar salad another. Great service. Of course the fireplace bar is amazing as well. They had very clear instructions for using the nearby parking lot. My room was cleaned and tidied thoroughly each night. Will stay here again!

2026-02-21 via Tripadvisor
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Freedom212522 Family Kilgore, Texas
10
Step back in time!
Pros:

The quaintness, most unique little hotel in Washington. I love that it has no TV’s and you’re encouraged to connect with people. Their tavern type lounge is packed with locals most nights and just has a “vibe” that can’t be explained. The employee owned staff is so kind and helpful! The food is 5-star! Don’t miss this hotel when you go to DC.

2026-02-15 via Tripadvisor
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noelled406 Business
10
Best Hotel in DC, Hands down
Pros:

Fabulous service, beautiful rooms, no screens (!!!!!), gentle music, delicious food and all the guests who come to the Tabard Inn are interesting people with whom to share a drink by the fire. All around great. Well done Tabard Inn.

2026-02-02 via Tripadvisor
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OlgaMatasic Solo travel Stockholm
10
Cozy and central
Pros:

Very cozy, central location, nice service and a restaurant with great food inside! Will definitely book it again next time!

2026-01-24 via Tripadvisor
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fudge123459876 Solo travel Flores, East Nusa Tenggara
10
Charming Inn with Great Location
Pros:

A lovely old-school inn located in the heart of Dupont circle. This was one of the cheapest hotel options in DC the night I stayed, but it punched well-above its weight for quality and value. The room was spacious and the Inn location was walking distance to downtown, Dupont and Logan Circle. Customer service was great when I had an issue with my booking (not their fault; I booked through a third party). Didn’t have time to enjoy a meal in their restaurant, but it looked lovely. I look forward to staying here on my next trip to DC.

2026-01-24 via Tripadvisor
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michellemY266WU Solo travel
10
Home away from home
Pros:

This is home away from home, located within walking distance of sites and trains. The rooms are clean and simple, with good sheets, books and art. The restaurant serves excellent food, drink and often features live music. The staff are warm, responsive and genuinely interested in making your stay pleasant.

2026-01-21 via Tripadvisor
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Hasenkeyf Couples Gjirokaster, Gjirokaster County
10
A great little anniversary spot!
Pros:

Perfect location within easy walking distance of Dupont Circle. We stumbled upon the Tabard Inn by chance, and it turned out to be an exceptionally cute and cozy place to pass the time! Many couples were there enjoying the atmosphere. The restaurant is very nice as well. We had two rooms, one for my parents and the other for us, both had fireplaces and vintage furniture. Our bed was huge! We want to make coming here a tradition.

2026-01-20 via Tripadvisor
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S5041SVjanas Solo travel
8
Lovely and quirky. Great food in the restaurant
Pros:

Loved everything including the meals. Only issue was with the hot water and they refunded me nicely

2026-01-20 via Tripadvisor
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terriec686 Solo travel
10
Cozy, comfortable, calm, and delicious
Pros:

I have found the perfect hotel! Beautiful, historic, authentic, natural, with good food and excellent service. High points: cozy fireplace, free aperitif, chef who respects food allergies, and the absence of forced air heating that normally keeps me awake off and on turning on and fluctuating in temperature. The live jazz music was a bonus.

2026-01-19 via Tripadvisor
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LongIslandMom1 Family
10
Charm, history and excellent cuisine
Pros:

We stayed at the Tabard Inn for two night while visiting family in town. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The decor is eclectic and so fun. There's a lot of history to absorb at the Tabard Inn. We had a fabulous breakfast (lox over scrambled eggs, house-made donuts) and a good dinner (bib salad, chicken fricassee). TV sets and elevators are absent, so be aware. For us, this was just fine.

2026-01-10 via Tripadvisor
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drdeb270 Family New York City, New York
10
Stay at an Inn! Not a Hotel
Pros:

Lovely old Inn with great restaurant. Reminds me of one of my favorite places, The Rookery, in London. Large historic rooms, nice staff. Dog friendly for a fee!

2026-01-05 via Tripadvisor
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768claym Family
10
Perfect historic hotel!!
Pros:

Fantastic hotel. Fantastic hotel for the cost. Historic hotel with no TV or phone which makes it perfect! The food is one of the best restaurants in DC. Looking forward to getting back there soon!

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
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Curiosity34795396763 Family
10
Lovely European Feel
Pros:

This place has the most European and quaint feel I’ve experienced in the U.S. From service to food to price (deep holiday discount!), and employee-owned to boot, we can’t love it any more!

2026-01-02 via Tripadvisor
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B5767LEdavidb Couples Fort Lee, New Jersey
10
Wonderful as ALWAYS!
Pros:

Wonderful as always! My favorite hotel in the world...always look for last minute rates. You won't be disappointed!
And the restaurant is consistently delicious. Be sure not to miss the lobby lounge and the fireplace during winter.

2025-12-28 via Tripadvisor
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Y3111DCjamest Family
10
Nice hidden historic gem
Pros:

The rooms were so quaint, the matresses were amazing. It is eveything you need, and none of the smoke and mirrors taxes. Very nice and sound sleep.

2025-12-14 via Tripadvisor
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128redh Solo travel
10
Gentle magic
Pros:

Great service and cleanliness can overcome any lack of “modern” conveniences for me. Each year, DC hosts the biggest traffic snarl ever for one night: the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. I cant even get my car out of the parking garage for over an hour. So I plan my solo escape by booking a hotel room. The Tabard in had a single room with shared bathroom down the hall. No TV, no radio. That’s not for everyone - I get it. I’m telling you, it was PERFECT. I had a lovely dinner at the Tabard Inn Restaurant with attentive servers, everyone had genuine smiles, they were present and happy to be there. I, in turn, felt welcome, cared for. Home. This little piece of magic doesn’t happen often, and its rarely repeatable. I’m delighted to document it for others. It happened here.

2025-12-07 via Tripadvisor
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Flyer46153550272 Couples
8
Five nights at the Tabard Inn over Thanksgiving
Pros:

Great location
Quaint and funky atmosphere
Quaint funky and original room decor. Our bed was comfortable.
Breakfast coupons - tho half block away is a good espresso patisserie. The in room heat source was on/off as was the hot water: slightly annoying. Managment somewhat nebulous. Lots of stairs throughout!
Its so original you have to
“Love it”

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
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PeteChristopher Couples London, England
8
Lovely quant hotel, bar and restaurant
Pros:

The Tabard is a lovely place to stay, with great staff, rooms with character, and in an excellent city location. Our bed was small (compared to the King size you get elsewhere) but comfy, and the bathroom large and stylish. The shower was great but did suffer from the hot water cooling down a lot at times. Breakfast was plentiful and from a terrific menu. The bar shuts at 11 most days. Our only disappointment was the volume of noise from outside the hotel every night - next door's valet parking attendants seem to have a loud laugh and joke at midnight; and then there was a always a crazy loud drunk getting thrown out of a bar opposite at 2am; and then a laughing/screaming woman always seemed to be chased down the street at 4am! To cap that, at 7am next door started with their leaf-blower machine for 40 minutes or so, just to make sure we had as little quiet rest as possible! Between these interruptions, we slept like babies! I'm sure the rooms upstairs or at the back are quieter and don't suffer from noisy neighbours as much. It was great to finally stay at this hotel, some 30 years after I first had a meal there.

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
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388kenth Solo travel
10
Lots of personality, excellent value
Pros:

Charming, historic inn with a great bar and restaurant, conveniently located between downtown and Dupont Circle. But if you want a cookie-cutter product with a gym and a TV in every room, not your place.

2025-11-22 via Tripadvisor