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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

4.5 star property

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $197
$170 nightly
$197 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29

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2121 P St Nw, Washington, DC, 20037
  • Place, Embassy Row
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dupont Circle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, George Washington University
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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

One Bedroom Spa Suite King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Executive King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Suite King)

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Suite King)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 720 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Junior Suite King)

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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)
  • 720 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

  • 720 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Studio, 1 King Bed (Spa)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 265 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Washington

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle is centrally located in Washington, a 4-minute walk from Dupont Circle and 12 minutes by foot from George Washington University. .This luxury hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kennedy Center and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from White House.

What's nearby

  • Embassy Row - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mansion on O Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dupont Circle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • George Washington University - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • White House - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Balos Estiatorio - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Compass Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Krispy Kreme - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Admiral - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

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, slippers, and designer 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 served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 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 on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 25 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
  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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 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 25 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 01 to September 30
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. 906 out of 1510 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1510 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1510 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1510 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1510 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super cute, lots of thought put into the decor, bed was comfy, room was clean and staff was very helpful. Love that there's a few walkable places to eat and grab coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kiara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing, love the vibe here !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and very comfortable.well located. Great attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great. Room was wonderful. Restaurant ok
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was friendly and very helpful. Rooms were very spacious and well outfitted.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. Very nice staff.. would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay and close enough to main DC attractions!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Staff are great! Rooms are huge. I like the playful decor. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredibly friendly and made the whole stay feel warm and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Netty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, very clean, excellent service, nice restaurant
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was incredibly spacious, clean and faced the street with a nice wide window. Staff was very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and the ataff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent hotel. I would definitely go back again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for myself and 15 year old granddaughter
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and large, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mitra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean,staff very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Les

Liked: Staff & service
Rooms smelled musty; hotel under construction; coffee is bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lynda

Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Lauren

Staff barely acknowledge you at the desk (except for one person named Bruce, who was lovely)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SARAH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean room, ideal location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean, and the staff are all very courteous, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, nice location, always a vibe.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor H

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stefon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff, and great location, and near several restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025