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Hotel Zena Washington DC

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Studio, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
$231
$199 nightly
$231 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

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1155 14th St Nw, Washington, DC, 20005
  • Place, K Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, CityCenterDC
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Studio, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 575 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Zena)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Zena)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility/Hearing Accessible)

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City view

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View (Zena)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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City view

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility/Hearing Accessible)

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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GIA Suite | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

GIA Suite

  • 1230 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Zena)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility/Hearing)

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Washington

A stay at Hotel Zena Washington DC places you in the heart of Washington, within a 15-minute walk of Walter E. Washington Convention Center and White House. .This boutique hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Smithsonian Institution and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from National Mall.

What's nearby

  • K Street - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Embassy Row - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • White House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Smithsonian Institution - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • McPherson Sq. Station - 5 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 14 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Stan's DC Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Green Lantern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arepa Zone - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zena Washington DC

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, near White House
Hotel Zena Washington DC offers 191 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and smart speakers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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 191 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Satellite programming and smart speakers are provided for your entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and wedding services.
At Hotel Zena Washington DC, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has 4360 square feet (405 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 5 meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Hedy's Rooftop - Onsite rooftop bar.
Figleaf Bar & Lounge - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured, covered extended parking on site (USD 59 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Figleaf Bar & Lounge
  • Hedy's Rooftop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,360 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies
  • Smart speaker
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 125
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 125
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 8 to May 27:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 125 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • 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 20.00 for adults and USD 20.00 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 59 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 59 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Donovan House
Donovan House Hotel
Donovan House Hotel Washington
Donovan House Washington
Donovan Hotel Washington
Donovan Hotel
Donovan Washington

Reviews

Hotel Zena Washington DC Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 945 out of 1361 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1361 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1361 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1361 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1361 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good location

Location was great for sight seeing. Room although small was nice. A/C was not great (couldn't get the room very cold). Pool location was cool but very small and closes early. Fees and parking were outrageous. Parking garage across the street $12 a night vs the $59 Zena charges.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have nothing bad to say We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aniyah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right in the middle of everything, and a lot of places are walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharmaine

Liked: Cleanliness
I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

BRETT

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonaya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely adore Hotel Zena!! This was my second time staying there and it did not disappoint!! The hotel staff is very accommodating and professional. I definitely plan to stay again when I do a staycation in DC.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the stay. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. Room was modern and clean. Hotel is in walking distance to many restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved my stay at Zena!! Great room, Great drinks, the best staff! All around good vibes !! Definitely staying at Zena every time visit DC.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall great experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and accommodating. The vibe during the Memorial Day weekend was LIT!!!!!!!! I intend on returning next year.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

cecelia

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

Love Hotel Zena!

What a wonderful place! It’s a very positive, affirming place. I felt right at home and I loved how central it was. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the theme, to the staff it was absolutely lovely. The staff was very friendly and helpful, there was plenty to do in hotel, such as games, rooftop pool, etc. it was walkable to certain museums and shopping. I highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Kingston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful, newer hotel is women centered and committed to service. Everyone we met were wonderful, friendly, helpful and made our stay all the more enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a walkers paradise! The room was very spacious and worth every minute. The soft water in the shower, the heat and cooling system and room service all AWESOME. The pool was great so was the first floor lobby FULL of art. The staff 10/100!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol Jo

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bilhissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I’ve always had a great experience booking at Zena for my D.C. stays. However, this time around, I was a bit disappointed with the conditions of my initial room. Then there were issues with the toilet handle in the room we moved to, and the staff seemed a bit unpleasant. I’m a bit disappointed, but I hope things are better when I visit next.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michala

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff all around. Valet parking attendants were great but a little expensive to have a vehicle parked. Roof top was an amazing way to wind down after very hot days walking around DC. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025