The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

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Sonesta Hotels
9 (1898 reviews)
2121 P Street Northwest , Washington , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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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 1898 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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Donald • couple • us
9
Perfect location, excellent staff, nice rooms
Pros:

We got a great deal on a room upgrade, so the room was huge. Staff were all incredibly nice. The location is amazing. The lounge room was gorgeous.

Cons:

Parking garage was outrageously expensive. Know that street parking is free on the weekends, and it’s a very safe neighborhood. The bar could be open a bit later. The bathroom needed some refresh, especially the tiles needed re-grouting.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The staff was so nice and efficient!

Cons:

Constuction

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • mx
10
This is a great location to stay
Pros:

Coffee in the room, everything was very clean, plenty of towels, good Wi-Fi, great front desk, good location, nice pool

Cons:

I wish they would have had a microwave in the room

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Bruno • extended_group • br
8
Excelente alternativa, próximo ao Dupont Circle.
Pros:

O quarto é amplo, muito limpo, com um excelente banho e comodidades. O café da manhã é excelente, num ambiente bem interessante. A localização do hotel é excelente, próximo ao Dupont Circle, subway, enfim, muito bem localizado.

Cons:

O hotel estava em obras, com a recepção principal interditada. A entrada estava sendo realizada por uma entrada lateral, com o balcão de atendimento em um corredor ao lado das salas do centro de conferências. Talvez o preço da estadia e a realação custo-benefício se alterem, após o término da renovação.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Nina • family_with_children • us
7
choose another hotel until renovations are complete.
Pros:

the staff bent over backwards to fix inherent errors for a hotel under renovation. handicap features are pure. please put a button switch on the front door. the breakfast was great.

Cons:

poor handicap access. cleaners made noise outside my room door.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • us
9
Short, but sweet.
Pros:

Close to location of the event I attended. Helpful staff.

Cons:

Remote for TV not working. Kenny plugged in the TV, provided a new remote and showed us how to use the phone in the room

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Evan • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Nice, large rooms. Very clean, friendly and super location

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Gunilla • family_with_children • us
8
Wonderful
Cons:

Barking dogs kept my husband awake. Note that it is a dog friendly hotel

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Angelika • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Great location, very clean and friendly staff

Cons:

Breakfast, overpriced and not very many choices

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Young • couple • gb
8
Was a nice and pleasant stay. I would stay again
Pros:

The room was nice and a decent size the only issue was the bathroom sliding door didn’t open or close very well and kept coming off the rail. Got stuck in there at one point lol. The restaurant and breakfast was very nice and you couldn’t fault the staff so nice and polite

Cons:

The door needs fixing and maybe airing the rooms as ours was a bit musty smelling

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
Pros:

The room exceeded my expectations. It was very spacious. The bathroom was my ABSOLUTE favorite part.

Cons:

The only thing I didn’t like was that the soaking tub bubbles were not working.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • family_with_children • us
10
Wonderful hotel and location!
Pros:

Beautiful hotel and a great location close to the Metro and lots of great restaurants.

Cons:

Would be nice if the hotel offered free coffee in the lobby. You can make it in your room though and a there a a great bagel/coffee shop across the street.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Selamawit Imiru • solo_traveller • et
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • au
9
Great stay, helpful staff
Pros:

Comfortable room, handy location to metro

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Zane • solo_traveller • lv
8
Pros:

The room was good, big, clean. Liked the hotel. The location of it is great.

Cons:

The breakfast system is strange. When I did a reservation, I marked "Breakfast included". When I arrived, it turns out, it was not free. They give you a voucher who covers part of the breakfast, but not all. Plus - the amount does not cover standard breakfast like omelet, coffee and orange juice (including taxes which You pay separately).

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Fabio • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

La zona

Cons:

La politica per la colazione . Bonus di 25 dollari con il quale non si compra praticamente nulla
Più conveniente far colazione in uno dei numerosi locali in zona.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Gustavo • couple • br
9
Good hotel
Pros:

Very nice hotel, excellennt location (15 minute walking to Georgetown and city's main attractions). Very large room, excellennt shower, great bed and silent air conditioning. We used the pool and It was great too.

Cons:

I booked my stray with breakfast included, but I was notified during check-in that I had a $50 coupon to be used for me and my 18 year-old son for breakfast. Prices of the dishes were a bit too high so ended spending much more for the meals.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Corey • couple • us
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Antonia • couple • cl
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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veysel sidar • solo_traveller • tr
5
Pros:

Oda genişti.

Cons:

For just 1 night parking price for the car they took 71 usd from me. Almost idendical for one night room price. İncredible!

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee