See all properties
Save

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

4.5 star property

Photo gallery for The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)
Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
2121 P St Nw, Washington, DC, 20037
  • George Washington University
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • White House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Smithsonian's National Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Cityview)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Cityview)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Spa)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed (Spa)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)

Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)

Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility/Hearing Shower)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility/Hearing Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Roll in Shower)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Roll in Shower)

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub)

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub CityView)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub CityView)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Presidential Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Presidential Suite)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Presidential Suite)

  • 104 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Suite King)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Suite King)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Tub One Bedroom)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Tub One Bedroom)

  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Spa Suite King)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Spa Suite King)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Studio King)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Studio King)

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Cityview)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Cityview)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens)

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Junior Suite King)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Junior Suite King)

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View)

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View)

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Exterior

Washington Plaza Hotel

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, (4385)
The price is AU$356
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Washington Plaza Hotel

About the area

Washington

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle is centrally located in Washington, a 4-minute walk from Dupont Circle and a 2-minute drive from George Washington University. .This luxury hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kennedy Center and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from White House.

What's nearby

  • George Washington University - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • White House - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Georgetown University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Smithsonian's National Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Washington Monument - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Dupont Circle Station - 4 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 15 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Swingers Crazy Golf - Dupont Circle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Admiral - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle offers 335 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 335 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including a 24-hour fitness center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a vending machine.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Certo! serving guests of The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has 11000 square feet (1022 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 11 meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 1:00 PM.
Certo! - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Languages

Arabic, English, Filipino, French, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 71.98 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 35 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Certo!

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 11,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 35 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 71.98 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to October 12
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Palomar
Hotel Palomar Washington DC
Hotel Washington DC
Palomar
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Washington DC
Palomar Washington DC
Palomar Washington DC Hotel
Washington DC Hotel Palomar
Washington DC Palomar Hotel

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 718 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1195 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

edwin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

tracy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would Stay Again

The price for the area can’t be beat! It was noisy at times from neighbors blasting music, but the room was kept very clean and supplied well. The staff was dressed nicely and were nice. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

KEIICHI

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nerses

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice. We were there with our family to see the sites in DC. The location was easy to get to the metro, had good food options, and lots to do in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tariq, Reseda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paije

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Good location, nothing else

I stayed for 5 nights. Staff and valet were welcoming. My initial impression of the room was that it was fine until I started looking a bit closer. I REALLY WANTED to love it, but I just couldn’t. There were spots on the ceiling above the bed. There was a red stain on the carpet next to the bed that looked like it could have been koolaid or Gatorade. The yellow chair that was at the desk was stained. The outlets and plugs were in disrepair. There were some spots on the walls. The smell wasn’t bad, but it was more of a musty smell. The jetted tub worked fine though the control buttons were placed upside down. Thermostat was average. The vent for the fan was very dirty. The restaurant was overpriced and not good. I ordered a pasta dish that was supposed to be ‘handmade’. The pasta noodles were very dry and not very fresh. The ‘Signature Margherita’ pizza was not special. For $30 it was a small pizza with some cheese, cherry tomatoes, and whole basil leaves plopped right on it. Unimpressive presentation and average pizza shop taste. These photos were taken from a video that I took on my arrival to the room. There are lots of fees that are not outwardly mentioned upon booking so pay attention to the fine print. On top of the valet parking fee, there is a garage tax daily. There is $100/day incidental charge. There are destination fees daily which are also taxed. There is a separate DC hotel occupancy tax. None of these fees are included in your nightly rate. Very expensive.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kellie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tymira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Salome

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Cannot speak highly enough about the staff, environment, and the location of this hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Iryna, Waltham

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Royal Sonesta Dupont Circle was a disaster. The bench in front of the bed was filthy, the heater was broken, and the shower didn’t work, maintenance had to come multiple times, and the water pressure was still awful. The hair dryer was so deteriorated I didn’t dare use it. The walls were paper-thin, and I could hear everything from the neighboring rooms. To top it off, I was overcharged by more than $200 because they duplicated the daily hotel fees on my account, and I’m still waiting for my deposit back. Even the restaurant bill was deceiving. Never staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahoganee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it my second time staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025