The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

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Sonesta Hotels
9 (1938 reviews)
2121 P Street Northwest , Washington , us
+12024481800

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Inconsistent breakfast quality
Loud disturbances from housekeeping

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Overall positive mentions of cleanliness but some concerns about loud vacuuming and hallway smell.
Service
9.43
Staff were described as exceptionally kind and attentive.
Location
9.47
Multiple reviews praised the central and convenient location near major attractions.
Room Quality
8.92
Rooms were generally spacious and clean, though some issues noted with Old carpets and bathroom space.
Amenities
8.45
Some amenities well-reviewed, but breakfast and variety were mentioned as needing improvement.
Value for Money
9.41
Described as excellent value for the quality of stay.
Food and Beverage
8.46
Breakfast varied in quality; some items didn't meet expectations.
Overall Experience
9.43
Positive sentiments overall with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in modern rooms with flat-screen TVs and plush bedding at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle. Upgrade to a room with a deep soaking spa bath for the ultimate relaxation experience.

Top-Notch Amenities
Unwind at the heated pool and sun deck, or maintain your workout routine at the 24-hour fitness centre. Need to catch up on work? Visit the business centre also open around the clock for your convenience.

Exquisite Dining Experience
Savor seasonal Italian dishes and explore an extensive wine and cocktail menu at Certo, the on-site restaurant and wine bar. Perfect for a delightful dining experience without leaving the hotel.

Experience luxury and convenience at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle. Book now for an unforgettable stay in the heart of Washington, D.C.

Important information:

- $15 daily food and beverage credit at Certo! restaurant
- Complimentary glass of wine (white, red, or prosecco) or glass of draft beer with purchase of any entrée at Certo!, the onsite hotel restaurant
- 2 bottled waters replenished daily
- Basic WiFi for unlimited devices
- In-room coffee offering
- Electra cruiser bikes to explore the city
- Local and long-distance calls
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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DCA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 54 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

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Based on 1938 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.92
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 9.41
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Gunilla • solo_traveller • us
7
We had a good stay but without a dog I wouldn’t come back
Pros:

Friendly staff, nice pool and very nice rooms

Cons:

Dogs barking waking us up at night. Dining room like a cave

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • family_with_children • gb
10
Great hotel room in good location with excellent breakfast
Pros:

It was in a great location and had a pool which was great

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Dainelle • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Deal • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Rose • couple • us
7
Pros:

The room was spacious, decor was nice and modern.

Cons:

The carpet in the room smelled really bad.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Arkile • solo_traveller • us
8
Great staycation
Pros:

I like the property is close to a lot of food places and the Metro wasn’t too far.

Cons:

The only thing about the property that didn’t really like was that the pool had little debris in it. So I would say that the hotel staff just need to think about getting the pool cleaned daily, especially after storms. It was a lot of leaves and bugs floating in the pool.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Nepal Eco Adventure • solo_traveller • np
10
Overhaul it was great stay.
Pros:

Excellent location and room were small but clean and Pool I didn't use it was raining. Overhaul it was great experience on this hotel. Easy to find the restaurant in walking distance.

Cons:

No negative comment.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
9
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Vita • couple • us
7
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Yariv • family_with_children • il
8
Pros:

a good nice hotel

Cons:

the price is very high for what we got
the car velat is to much/

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Roberto • couple • ar
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Esther • couple • gb
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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RodolfoB930 • Business
8
Standard
Pros:

The hotel and rooms were fairly standard. Breakfast was not included and was served à la carte. The location was very good, close to Dupont Circle. The staff were friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, my room had an unpleasant view of a brick wall from the window. There are some pics from breakfast.

2026-06-25 • via Tripadvisor
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Whitney • couple • us
8
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
5
We had a pleasant stay but could have been better especially considering the price
Pros:

Bed very comfortable
Room a nice size
Good location

Cons:

Here is what you can do better
Shower needs a safety bar
Toilet water too high
No outlet on the right side of the bed
Mini refrigerator needs shelves and a freezer
Lose the ugly orange wiring
Hotel store very disappointing

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Irene • couple • us
10
Pros:

We loved our spacious and clean room! All amenities were a 10/10!

Cons:

The restaurant was a bit pricey.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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cmaddox9611 • family_with_children • us
9
DC was nice but finding a hotel that takes all types of dogs was the reason we picked this hotel.
Pros:

The best part is how pet-friendly it was. No one looks at you weirdly when walking around with your dog, no matter the size.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • us
3
Pros:

The bed was comfortable

Cons:

The jacuzzi tub drain would not stay shut. We had to plug it with a rag to keep the water in. The tub only ran hot water and a trickle of cold. In addition, the restaurant was closed for renovations with a secondary location open in a conference room. Meals were overpriced. We ordered Penne Vodka for $32 per dish and it did not come with a salad, bread, or any type of protein. Pretty much $32 for a plate of noodles. Not filling and overpriced.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Kristina • couple • us
10
Pros:

Staff was fantastic and the room was bigger than expected.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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celso • couple • us
8
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee