The Dupont Circle Hotel

Hotels
9 (2159 reviews)
1500 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest , Washington , US

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location near metro and attractions
Comfortable, high-quality rooms and beds
Friendly, professional and responsive staff
High-end touches (robes, Nespresso, quality linens)
Nice restaurant and patio
Clean and well-appointed rooms
Cons:
Occasional housekeeping lapses (missed servicing, missing towels/toilet paper)
Some noise/poor street soundproofing in certain rooms
Bar staff abrupt for some guests
No self-serve ice; minibar/fridge limitations
Shower leakage reported in one room
Some rooms tight for two beds; limited storage/dresser space

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Rooms are generally described as clean and well-appointed, though several reviews note lapses in housekeeping (missed servicing, missing hand towels/toilet paper) and occasional maintenance issues.
Service
9.2
Staff praise is frequent (friendly, professional, responsive, helpful with recommendations), with a few service issues noted (abrupt bar staff, occasional delays or missed room service/requests).
Location
9.5
Location is repeatedly highlighted as excellent — convenient for metro, walking to sites, close to restaurants and coffee — a consistent strength in the reviews.
Room Quality
9
Rooms are described as comfortable, high-end and well furnished (upgrades, nice beds/linens), with isolated negatives (shower leakage, some tight layouts for two beds, older building in places).
Amenities
9
High-end touches are noted (Nespresso, robes, quality toiletries, water/dates offered, nice patio), though some guests mentioned limited minibar/fridge access and lack of self-serve ice.
Value for Money
8.3
Mixed sentiment: several guests call it great value given quality and location, while others note it feels expensive (e.g., no included breakfast, tight room configurations).
Food and Beverage
9
Restaurant and patio receive positive mentions (lovely cocktails, restaurant as a bonus); however, bar staff abruptness was reported by at least one guest.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall stays are described as very positive and enjoyable (relaxing, comfortable, excellent hospitality), with occasional minor issues that did not dominate guests' impressions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-07-03 07:13

Property Description

Prime Location in Dupont Circle
Located at the top of Dupont Circle, just minutes from Washington, D.C.'s historical landmarks, The Dupont Circle Hotel offers a convenient stay with the metro station a mere 120 meters away.

Luxurious Rooms and Modern Amenities
The hotel's rooms feature large windows, marble bathrooms, and modern conveniences like iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary WiFi. Guests can also enjoy designer bathrobes for added comfort.

Dining and Entertainment Options
Indulge in farm-to-table cuisine at The Pembroke, inspired by flavors from around the world. For a retro experience, head to Doyle bar for a drink list reminiscent of the 1950s and 1960s cocktail culture.

Book your stay at The Dupont Circle Hotel for a luxurious and convenient experience in Washington, D.C.

Important information:

Please note, all rooms booked with a "Breakfast Included" rate will include breakfast for 2 guests only.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2159 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Frederik • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

Excellent location, friendly staff, comfy rooms

Cons:

Gym could be better

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Lara • solo_traveller • us
9
It was enjoyable and I would stay again
Pros:

Great location and ambiance. The staff was all absolutely stellar !

Cons:

The building itself could use some TLC.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Brilliant location and great facilities.
Pros:

Fantastic location and facilities. The bar was particularly good for chilling out and enjoying the local buzz.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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NGUYEN • extended_group • us
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely rooms, lovely hotel, great location

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kerem • couple • tr
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Irakli • family_with_children • ge
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Kathy Morgan • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Everything was great

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Nalbantoglu • extended_group • tr
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Paliwal • solo_traveller • ae
10
Pros:

Location

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Aarti • couple • ae
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Aarti • solo_traveller • ae
10
Pros:

We have stayed a few times at this property. The location is very central, the staff is lovely and helpful

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
8
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Tasnia • couple • us
8
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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franklin • couple • us
5
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Abdulaziz • couple • us
10
Pros:

Close to cafes

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • extended_group • br
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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JOUNGHA • solo_traveller • kr
5
Pros:

호텔앞에 맛집있어서 좋있습니다

Cons:

청소해달라고 3번이나요청했는데
안되어있었고
아침부터 요청하고 나갔는데 안되어있어
너무 불쾌하고 기분안좋았습니다
청결도 별루였습니다

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee