Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

Hotels
9 (932 reviews)
1600 King Street , Alexandria , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Service
Location
Amenities
Cons:
Outdated TV
High spa prices

Categories

Cleanliness
9.14
Consistently mentioned as very clean across several reviews.
Service
9.11
Staff described as friendly and eager to help, indicating high service quality.
Location
9.15
Multiple reviews highlight great location, being close to attractions and metro.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms mentioned as updated and comfortable, with some concerns about size or amenities.
Amenities
9.13
Positive mentions of amenities such as hot cocoa station and makeup mirrors.
Value for Money
8.59
Some reviews note higher pricing for weekends and special occasions.
Food and Beverage
9.14
Food at the hotel and attached restaurant received very positive feedback.
Overall Experience
9.11
Overall experiences shared indicate a wonderful stay and happy guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 06:53

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Nestled in Alexandria, Virginia, just minutes from Old Town, Lorien Hotel & Spa offers upscale rooms with 42-inch flat-screen TVs. Select rooms even boast charming claw-foot bath tubs for a truly indulgent experience.

Gourmet Dining and Spa Services
Indulge your palate at BRABO restaurant, where Belgian and French cuisine take center stage for breakfast and dinner. Unwind at the on-site spa with a range of rejuvenating treatments. Valet parking adds convenience to your stay.

Convenient Location
With Washington, DC a short 8-mile drive away and Mount Vernon within easy reach, Lorien Hotel & Spa is the perfect base for exploring the area.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at Lorien Hotel & Spa.

Important information:

Dog-friendly hotel for pups under 50 pounds ($150 fee); all service dogs welcome.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.

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.

  • Groups

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • 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.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 40 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 932 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.14
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 9.13
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Suzanne solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Eleanor extended_group sg
10
Excellent
Pros:

New, clean and peaceful. Love everything.

Cons:

It might be nice to offer coffee and tea all day at the reception area instead of morning :)

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Brunson couple us
4
Pros:

I like the location to places we visited. I also like the customer service. Everyone was very helpful. The cleaning staff was good as well.

Cons:

I have stayed at this hotel before and I did not experience what I did this time around. The room I stayed in this time was not good at all. The room shook every time doors closed and shook the bed area frequently. The sink got clogged during our stay and maintenance had to fix it. The shower also backed up. We requested maintenance for this issue but it was not needed as it fixed itself somehow.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Emmy couple us
10
Fantastic weekend stay there
Pros:

Everything was wonderful!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Vladimira couple cz
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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KBD87 Family Arkansas
10
Great 4 nights
Pros:

We stayed 4 nights here while visiting Alexandria and had a great stay. The hotel is walking distance to the waterfront as well as the metro station. There is a good breakfast and lunch spot next door and lots of shopping and restaurants near. The hotel is valet park and has a great courtyard. Inside is a library/ study and it is overall a quiet place. We had a king room with a balcony and pull out couch. The pull out is rough but I’ve never found one that isn’t. The bed was comfortable and the shower and bathroom is European, all one room together . The staff was pleasant and we had no issues

2026-05-19 via Tripadvisor
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PhilipBrooklyn NONE Brooklyn, New York
10
A positive return visit
Pros:

I've been here before and enjoyed it and this return visit was just as enjoyable. From the front courtyard to the friendly service to the comfortable room to the nice breakfast, all was on point.

2026-05-17 via Tripadvisor
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Tomnaka couple pe
9
Hotel con arquitectura clásica en King St, cerca a la estación del metro
Pros:

La ubicación es excelente, a dos cuadras de la estación del Metro. Llegas muy rápido desde el aeropuerto nacional Ronald Reagan (DCA) incluso con maletas grandes y a un costo mínimo (es genial que ahora el metro de Washington DC acepte tarjetas de crédito, así es que no tienes que comprar tarjetas adicionales o pagar en las máquinas).
Por ello movilizarse a las principales museos y atracciones del National Mall también es sencillisimo.
Al estar en el mismo King St, estás a 20 minutos caminando hasta el Potomac, y puedes disfrutar de todas las tiendas y restaurantes del lugar a pocos pasos, o si quieres, puedes tomar el Trolley o los buses que son GRATUITOS. Hay un convenience store al lado, y el hotel cuenta con hotel y bar. La habitación tiene cafetera Nespreso y te dan agua de cortesia y algunos dulces. Cuenta con safetybox y frigobar. Sin duda regresaría a este local.
Queremos agradecer a recepción porque llegamos con varias maletas a las 12 am y nos las guardaron con mucho gusto hasta el check in a las 4 pm.

Cons:

La habitación que nos tocó estaba un poco alejada y para llegar habian dos escalones que nos dificultaron un poco el traslado de las maletas grandes. No había buena vista desde la ventana por estar en el interior.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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JordanH1808 Business Springfield, Massachusetts
10
Boutique Hotel in an Excellent Location with GREAT staff - A Stay All Around!
Pros:

Stayed at the Archer in Old Town Alexandria for 4 weeks and overall I was pleased. The facilities were clean and well kept, the staff was TOP NOTCH, the "to go" breakfasts were convenient, the location is AMAZING. Because I was there so long, issues were bound to come up (minor in nature) and all concerns/feedback were resolved in a timely manner. Its definitely a boutique hotel and they made accommodations for my extended stay - so overall id give it a solid A for an experience

2026-04-29 via Tripadvisor
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Jeffrey solo_traveller us
10
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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jarkkis00 Business Kaarina, Southwest Finland
8
5 nights in business
Pros:

Very good and clean hotel in a very nice and lively area. Stayed here a couple of nights. The only cons I noticed are pretty poor noise insulation both in and outdoor and the AC machine which is a bit noisy when in operation.
A lot of restaurants nearby.

2026-04-25 via Tripadvisor
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elainesV2956GJ NONE
10
The best of the best
Pros:

This is a fabulous hotel from top to bottom. Everyone who works there was fantastic from start to finish. The valets, front desk, cleaning service and servers were lovely and helpful.

2026-04-23 via Tripadvisor
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veronicazO6080KN Business
10
Must Stay if in Old Towne
Pros:

Beautiful hotel and in a prime location. Easy to access the trolley and train. Various options for food and local shops. Staff was friendly and very helpful. I appreciated being greeting each time I walked into the hotel. The room was clean and it had everything I needed for my stay. The bed was a 10/10 for comfort!!

2026-04-23 via Tripadvisor
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mollyanne53 NONE Westwood, Kansas
10
Gorgeous Alexandria Gem
Pros:

Perfect hotel for Alexandria getaway. Take the trolley down to the waterfront or walk and shop along the way you can’t lose. HIGHLY recommend the rain shower king suite. Shower was enormous and so sumptuous. Room was large and the whole hotel was aesthetically perfect. 10/10

2026-04-20 via Tripadvisor
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Larisa couple us
10
Beautiful, clean and very friendly staff. Amazing location.
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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543triciay Solo travel Morton, Illinois
10
Exceptional Stay from Start to Finish
Pros:

My stay at Archer Hotel Alexandria was exceptional from start to finish. The room and bed were an absolute 10/10—so comfortable and thoughtfully designed. Everything felt elevated and well taken care of. The drinks were just as impressive—crafted perfectly and a great way to unwind. Overall, an amazing experience, and I would absolutely stay here again.

2026-04-11 via Tripadvisor
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THERESA couple us
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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William solo_traveller us
5
I hope next time will be a better stay.
Pros:

Love the location! We’ve stayed here multiple times.

Cons:

The room was disappointing. This is the first time I’ve stayed in a classic room, NEVER again. The sound was terrible, the room was small and the thermostat was impossible to maintain a comfortable temperature and the light that was blaring from it kept me up all night! I was highly disappointed from this particular stay. Also the staff that check us in…. FABULOUS!!! Give that girl a raise she was friendly, excited, covered all of the amenities…however the one that checked us out made me feel subpar.

2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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Maria family_with_children us
10
We’ll come back!
Pros:

Love the customer service! Sheets and bed are super luxurious. Nespresso and Fiji water are great. Wish we could have stayed longer. Will be back!

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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marybC4783BB Couples
10
Wonderful Enough for Multiple Stays
Pros:

We like the Archer so much, we returned for a second visit. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and courteous. The hotel and amenities were spotless and well maintained. The courtyard is a pleasant place to relax. During our last stay we got massages, which were wonderful. The location is close enough for a pleasant walk to the waterfront. Along King Street there are many restaurants offering a variety of foods, and interesting shops and boutiques. In all it's a great place to stay.

2026-04-03 via Tripadvisor