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    The St. Regis Washington, D.C

    3.8 (266 reviews)
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    Jane B.

    Stayed at the St. Regis Washington, DC for a work trip in December. The hotel was beautifully decorated for the holidays and is conveniently located near the White House and within walking distance of the Farragut North Metro stop. The room was very spacious and decorated with lavish fabrics and lots of gold accents. The bed was especially comfortable. I had one meal at the hotel, and enjoyed some drinks, both of which were good but extremely expensive. The staff was professional and helpful when needed. The gym was disappointing, essentially a few machines tucked away in the basement, and I did not end up working out during my stay. Overall, this is a solid option if you are visiting Washington, DC for work or want to stay somewhere classic. For personal travel, there are many other hotels closer to a wider range of restaurants, workout studios, and more lively areas of the city.

    Pear & bourbon
    Brittany R.

    If you're in the mood to sip on overpriced cocktails amongst hidden political figures, come on down to the Regis bar. Just blocks away from the White House, you will find the St. Regis bar where you will be welcomed by a lavish red carpet, Louis V luggage, & grandeur ornamentation.

    Alli C.

    The bar at the St. Regis is my favorite luxury experience in DC. The live piano, the tea, the crafted drinks that surpass your craziest whims - they have it all packed with VIP people watching and the most elegant staff. Drinks here are both strong and pricey... but if you feel like splurging and like imitating a millionaire for an hour, this is the place to do it.

    Broken shower handle for the hand wand
    Alexander W.

    We only staysed one night, but that is enough to see the vlue is not there ... The location is centrally located, perfect in DC, the staff overall were nice .... but, our issues will keep us away from future visits. We had to move rooms, the new room still had issues (shower handle broken, cracked tiles, etc). The $40 destination fee is definitely not a value! The parking attendant, while polite, were very slow! Would not recommend.

    Old fashioned
    My N.

    The hotel lobby bar has traditional charm and you should definitely come check it out even if you're not staying at the hotel to enjoy its elegance. Drinks are very expensive, and nothing too special. It's a bar where creativity is defeated by traditions-- where you can just get your usual champagne, wine, martini, etc.

    Jess Y.

    Went for the cherry blossom afternoon tea and loved it! They have the prettiest presentation and the amount of food is filling compared to other afternoon teas in DC. Definitely get the signature cherry blossom tea or the citrus rooibos tea, very light but beautiful flavor profiles of white peach and citrus respectively. We wondered if the chef is asian or they purposely created the savory bites with asian flair as there were yellow daikon, kimchi stir fry, tobiko, and pickled ginger in the savory dishes. Really loved that subtle touch! The desserts were so well done as well, not too sweet (the ultimate asian compliment) and personally loved the black sesame roll and raspberry cake. We had a lovely server and just an all around beautiful experience, will certainly be coming back again!

    Love always wins
    Taylor J.

    One thing about me is that I loves me a Hotel Bar! There is nothing better than going to an uber elegant place, grabbing a drink, and chit chatting with the bartender. On my recent trip to DC, I made sure to do just that at the St. Regis. Arrived after a wonderful dinner around 7:30pm and was greeted by Jane, the oh so popular bartender. She was totally great, explained the menu and a little history about the St. Regis. Everyone in this place was very buttoned up, so I made sure to put on my best interpretation of a sophisticated person while I was here. But again, I love a good reason to pretend. The interior was gorgeous as well. Definitely old school but cozy intimate vibes. Drinks were pricey but great! All made with love and care by Jane. Admittedly, I only remember the name of one drink (since I snagged a photo of it) The Love always wins. Another was an old fashioned-esque concoction. Both amazing and great to enjoy before heading back to my hotel for some much needed rest. And can't forget to mention (again) the bartender. Jane was awesome! It seemed like everyone in the place knew her well and thought of her fondly. She made great recommendations of the city and actually sent me in the correct direction for a great bowl of Ramen in DC (which i enjoyed the following evening) and I even found out that she is like a master mixologist who competes from time to time. Super awesome trivia piece for the evening. Loved my little night cap at the St. Regis! It was so nice to experience a gorgeous place during my time in DC.

    Menu for tea
    Christina M.

    We had a lovely experience at the St. Regis for their holiday tea. It was incredibly difficult to book and when we got there, I saw why- tea is served in the hotel lobby and there was a very small number of tables. There was a pretty extensive menu of tea to choose from. We both chose the Christmas blend, which was a blend of red fruits and berries- not the most festive but it was very good and you could tell the tea was excellent quality. The sweets and savories were some of the most beautiful and intricate treats I've ever received at a tea. The tea had a Nutcracker theme this year, and every single part of the sweet tiers was beautifully designed to match- there was a nutcracker sugar cookie, a dark chocolate and peppermint mousse in the shape of a Christmas tree on top of a sable (which came with the cutest chocolate nutcracker!), a sugarplum donut, and an eggnog choux pastry in the shape of a Christmas pudding, as well as the scones. We didn't love the eggnog choux (the filling was pretty boozy), but the rest were excellent. Our favorite honestly may have been the scones- they came with the most incredible cherry jam and lemon curd, in addition to clotted cream. The savory course came first, rather than arriving with the sweets. We were surprised at how generous the portions were for the four items we received, and we really enjoyed each item. Our favorites were the smoked salmon tartine, which was topped with caviar and just excellent, and the delicious mini cheddar quiche. The turkey roulade was also very creative and fun. Each piece was beautifully constructed and presented. This was very close to a five-star experience and certainly felt very special, but it was really hard to justify the $120 per person price. We felt that both servers were strongly encouraging us to order champagne, and they did not come by very frequently after we declined to order champagne, while we saw the tables who did order champagne being served more frequently- that was pretty disappointing. By the end of tea, our pot of tea had gone cold and neither server ever offered to refresh it. Additionally, in past years, each person attending this tea has received a White House Christmas ornament to take home, and we were really disappointed to hear that was not the case this year- we were not told that we would not receive them and had to ask at the end of tea. However, we still had a wonderful experience and would gladly come back.

    Afternoon tea for the holidays
    Sarah H.

    TLDR: pretty hotel with a great location, but skip the afternoon tea. I had a friends getaway before the holidays at the st Regis. There are two parts to this review: the hotel and the afternoon tea that's offered. The hotel was gorgeous, valet staff were particularly wonderful. The breakfast was good and the location is great. However, our room had almost no natural light. And the check in process was painfully inefficient. That said... The afternoon tea was our selling point for staying here. We were beyond excited - but it fell very flat. We booked via open table (reservations fill up fast, we booked about 6 weeks in advance and availability was still very limited). Tea is held in the lobby. It was nicely decorated for the holidays but we got stuck with a very awkward table outside the elevators - it was about 3 feet wide, we immediately moved our place settings so all three of us were on the same side and could easily talk. Server seemed annoyed, never checked on us. Quite quickly we found ourselves sipping cold tea and just accepting that's that. The whole experience felt so transactional. The food was ok (some shining stars like the cucumber sandwiches, albeit a few duds like the dry cupcakes) and the holiday tea blend was delicious. However, at $120 a person I would not recommend this experience. Sidenote: Perhaps I'm the riff raff they'd like to keep out, but a mid-range sparkling wine would have been appreciated on the menu. The cheapest non-rose bubbles was Moet Chardon at $180... had to laugh at myself as I drank it with a sugar cookie pairing.

    Champagne glasses w/aluminum dress art and Toy Soldier.
    Marianne C.

    Atmosphere gorgeous. Staff well trained and attentive. A very lovely hotel with a rich history. Stay 'till 6 pm and you will see a champagne bottle being open with a sword/saber. A tradition of the hotel dating back to, I believe, the original owner's wife to entertain her friends. Tonight, they actually had a guest do it. They gave her a practice bottle in the back, I just happened to see that, and she performed the ceremony in the main lobby. The tea included 4 savory items--a cheddar cheese mini quiche and rolled turkey with cornbread and cranberries tea sandwich--those I liked; a cucumber/asparagus/cheese and salmon with caviar tea sandwiches--I've had better. The sweets were adorable and rich (too rich for me, but not my friend). The scones are well made and served with the traditional lemon curd, raspberry jam, and slotted cream (was too hard, must have been refrigerated too long?). They serve the wonderful French Dammann tea. My friend had his warm and I opted for iced tea that was delicious. They serve Sweet-n-low that I like w/my iced tea and is getting harder to find at restaurants. Because we stayed 'till 6 we were able to enjoy the champagne. All in all a lovely experience that is costly, but a nice Christmas treat. There is valet parking at a reduced price of $29.50 if you go to tea.

    Old fashioned
    Rachel S.

    What an experience! We were able to get to the hotel by 6pm for the sabrage ceremony! So fun! We also got some drinks and wrote letters to Santa!

    Quan D.

    First time staying here in DC and it was a lovely stay. The staff here is phenomenal. We got an upgrade to a suite through the Marriott Nightly Upgrade Award. The hotel lobby is very nice and they have a great restaurant and bar. Like other reviews have mentioned, the nightly champagne saber at 6pm is cool to watch and you get a complimentary glass afterwards. The suite was very nice and the bed was comfortable. I loved they had premium toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers as well. Not sure if it's only on the weekend, but they had a singer playing the piano right outside the bar in the lobby. This St. Regis has a really nice complimentary breakfast for Marriott members who are Platinum and above, probably the best of the Marriott hotels we have stayed at. Looking forward to another opportunity to stay here again.

    Afternoon Tea
    Bethany H.

    What a lovely afternoon tea at the St. Regis, D.C.! Each pastry was unique, delicious, and beautifully presented. The jasmine tea complemented the treats perfectly, and it was such a delightful experience trying everything. The staff was incredibly kind and attentive, and the hotel itself was stunning. A great place to have a girls day or to celebrate something special.

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    This is such a beautiful historic hotel! I stayed here for a 3day work event. It is conveniently…read morelocated near all of the monuments. Most were all walking distance. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. All that I came in contact with were always smiling and eager to make conversation with you. The rooms were spacious, and had all or most of the extra amenities you need. I would love to be able to come back and stay here on my next trip to DC. PS. If you do get to visit this hotel, don't miss the history gallery! A small room dedicated to the history of the hotel. It showed which presidents or dignitaries, and celebrities that have been to the hotel over the years. MLK finished writing his "I have a dream" speech here. President Grant spent a lot of time here, so did Lincoln, etc. The history of this hotel amazed me. Take this place in if you can!

    I came here for an Afternoon Tea Etiquette Class and It was beautiful!…read more The interior was gorgeous and elegant! And they also had a cherry blossom tree w/ a bench inside for you to take pictures. They also have a restaurant that does Tea Service at 1pm and 3pm which I recommend my ladies to check out if you haven't already. In regard to parking, they have a parking garage in the basement but It is VALET ONLY. I asked the receptionist and she Indicated that room prices vary depending on the season but on average they are about $700 - $800 per night.

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    Delicious food, incredible views. Stunning architecture. Clean. Comfortable. The beds are like…read moreclouds. Just Exquisite.

    Still wondering what is 5-star about this outdated, tiny-rooms, no view place. Our stay at The…read moreHay-Adams was deeply disappointing and fell far short of basic expectations, let alone what you would expect from a property claiming five-star luxury. For the rates they charge, the conditions and service are unacceptable. The building is old, heavily dated, and features cheap fixings. The bathroom is tiny, featuring a cramped round sink with virtually zero counter space to set down any personal items. Furthermore, for a five-star hotel, lacking a proper hot tub and standalone shower is unacceptable. The towels provided are cheap, rough, and feel entirely out of place at this price point. The bathroom ventilation is so old and loud, that I can't even believe it's there. No fridge in the room, only a mini bar that will charge you if you move around mini bar items to place your own drinks. The view of the White House was severely misadvertised. To actually see it, you are required to pay an extra $700 on top of an already steep $600-per-night room rate. The acoustic insulation is non-existent. If anyone is staying in the room above you, forget about sleeping--every single footstep and movement carries straight through. The front desk staff was entirely dismissive. After promising to switch our room to resolve our issues, they dragged us through three separate attempts, wasted hours of our time with non-responsive answers, and then finally demanded we pay even more money to fix their mistake. After we went through, not even a complimentary breakfast or really anything. Shocked that this place is more expensive than Four Seasons, St. Regents, and the kind. This is barely a three star hotel (except location of course). Stay away.

    JW Marriott Washington, DC

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    The location of this JW Marriott is stellar! We could walk to almost all the sites or pick up the…read moreOld Town Trolley that they provided credits to take and get a free shuttle to the monuments and Smithsonian Museums. Upon welcome we received free Trolley tickets for one day and some food credits, probably based on our Bonvoy Status (we travel all the time). The price for a room I guess because of the multiple conventions in the place was excessive. I think for a room, not a suite, it would have ben $750 per night during the week. I thought that was a lot so we used points, and the 1st night they had not held our King Room for us, and despite being our anniversary, we had to sleep in a double room and move the next day. Unfortunately, the double room was quiet, and the King Room had an adjoining door and we heard every little thing from the room next door. I would put this down one point, but the service, staffing and helpful Concierge made this place really nice for us.

    Conrad Washington DC - Sakura Lounge

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    Okay, okay, so Conrad might be the ONLY Hilton property I like…read more When the honey pot comes to town he always gets hotels at Marriott properties because of me but this time he wanted to be closer to my job and booked the week here at the Conrad. I've been here for dinner and drinks at Estuary so I was familiar but I am grateful to have stayed here this week. The bed was comfy, not sure it's better than my fave hotel but it did the job. The closet space was excellent, the restroom was nice, no tub in the bathroom but very modern and chic shower. For $800 a night I loved all the extra touches they do like putting water and slippers on the side of the bed. We were able to partake in the food but with Del Friscos, Estuary and all the good eats around we passed on the perk all week. Overall, this hotel is nice. Would definitely stay again. He's bougie so yes he'll be back with me in tow.

    Our stay at the Conrad Washington, DC was one of the most meaningful hotel experiences I've ever…read morehad--not just for me, but as a parent. Traveling can be exhausting, and during our stay, my son Colin often went down to the bar and restaurant on his own in the evenings and mornings. What stood out to me wasn't just the quality of the food or service--it was how the staff treated him. Every single time, he was met with kindness, respect, and genuine warmth. He ordered his meals, sat comfortably, enjoyed his time, and never once felt awkward or out of place. The staff made sure he had what he needed, checked in on him naturally, and created an environment where he felt completely at ease. As a parent, that level of care is something you never forget. For me, the experience was just as special. Corey, the bartender, was exceptional. Each evening, he made sure I had exactly what I wanted, when I wanted it, and engaged in thoughtful, easy conversation that made the space feel welcoming and safe. It wasn't just service--it was connection, and it made a long, tiring trip feel restorative. This hotel doesn't just deliver luxury--it delivers humanity. The staff understands how to read people, how to make guests feel comfortable, and how to create an atmosphere where everyone feels like they belong. I've stayed in many beautiful hotels, but this experience stands apart because of how we were treated as people. Thank you to the entire team--and especially Corey--for making this such a memorable stay. We will absolutely be back.

    Hampton Inn Washington, D.C./White House - Guest room amenity

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    Downtown

    10/10 location This was my first time to DC and this hotels…read morelocation was great! Convenient for walking but also close to the metro. The breakfast was okay, honestly a benefit of staying at a Hampton hotel. I was unfortunately quite disappointed by the manager and our room. The ac unit only goes down to 68°- great HOWEVER ours was broken and management refused to help. Our room was 82°. I texted the hotline and they said okay- when we returned to the room it was still unbearable!! I reported this to the gentleman at the desk and he said "well there's nothing I can do about it" turns out he's the general manager. Absolutely disappointing and horrible customer service. We had also requested extra towels and pillows to be put in our room during housekeeping over the text which was confirmed but never followed through. The general manager tried to gaslight me saying it already had been done but it was not and he wouldn't listen without me getting frustrated. 0/10 for customer service for the manager. Maya- another employee 10/10 very kind and polite- we didn't experience her assistance until we were leaving but she was more helpful than anyone else the whole stay.

    We had the privilege of being invited to an event in DC and needed to stay walking distance to the…read moreWhite House due to clothes/shoes/weather/time. This hotel is an 8 min walk to the White House. We arrived late on a Sunday and they have valet parking ($70/night). You could park yourself in a lot right across the street for only $30 but who knew? The room was small with 1 king bed, desk, ottoman type "chair/stool" BUT! It met our needs. The bathroom was spacious and the water was hot. It had a closet for our coats and a hallway which we utilized for luggage. The free coffee was Godsend and the free breakfast 6am-10am was perfect! Cereal, breads, scrambled and hard boiled eggs, sausage patties, oatmeal, fruit, yogurt, waffles, juice and probably more. They had a lot of of options for even picky eaters. The buffet was clean and well stocked. When we came back from our event, we were harried to check out but the front desk staff was patience and gracious. We were able to sit in the nice lobby, with free wifi, and have a hot coffee. I highly recommend this hotel for its location, amenities and excellent customer service.

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    (154 reviews)

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    Federal Triangle

    Had afternoon tea in Peacock Alley of Waldorf Astoria DC. Absolutely gorgeous; the architecture and…read moredecoration. Cherry blossom tree/decor! Live harpist! Service was excellent. Complimentary champagne (Veuve cliquot yellow label) was provided. You get to select one tea and each person gets their own pot. - Picked cherry blossom green tea; enjoyed the floral taste. There was a variety of savory and sweet bites. - My top savory ones: crab beignet & chicken cherryaki - unique/delicious - confit duck was ok, brisket corn roll was my least favorite - Scones: liked the black sesame caramel more than lychee rose (can eat without any jam or curd) - the black sesame scone paired well with the cherry blossom jam/Devonshire cream/yuzu mint curd - Sweets: faves were yuzu strawberry tea cake, hojicha cherry opera torte, & Sakura rice shortbread - matcha tartremet & Sakura yokan were ok The snacks were super filling! Left the hotel feeling super full. I hope to experience another afternoon tea at the Waldorf Astoria!

    Enjoyed a beautiful afternoon tea service here during cherry blossom season to celebrate my…read morebachelorette. The vibes are opulent- the Peacock Alley is located in the grand lobby, which is massive and airy with a glass ceiling overhead to let in tons of natural light. A harpist also set the mood beautifully, but they didn't stay for very long- they maybe stayed about 30 minutes past our 3:30pm tea appointment. Tea services are offered at 12:00 noon and 3:30pm. The central cherry blossom tree is the showstopper, and the main reason I chose the Waldorf for our afternoon tea. I had heard that there are several cherry blossom-themed afternoon teas all over DC that may have better food options, but this was the only one with decor this grand. My main concern was with our seating. I had called ahead of time to ask if they could accommodate my group to have a close seating location close to the cherry blossom tree due to our special occasion. The staff assured me during two separate calls that they would be able to accommodate our request, but upon getting seated, we were seated in the far corner by the bar. It is true that there is a fair view of the cherry blossom tree everywhere in the lobby, but I was disappointed at our far vantage point given the fact that I had called to confirm a close spot to the cherry blossom tree twice in advance. This is because I wanted to originally schedule the premium experience (premium seating, champagne, and fine china), but it was not available to groups larger than 4 and we were a group of 6. The service was otherwise perfectly fine and the portions of food were generous and tasty. We were all definitely full after finishing our savory bites. Our collective favorites were the chicken cherryaki and crab beignet bites, but we all appreciated the diverse offerings. We also had a friend with a peanut allergy dining with us, and they accommodated her easily by separating her pastries onto a separate tiered tray. It looks like the only item with a possible nut allergen was the crab beignet (her version had tofu). Despite the mild issues with seating, the experience was gorgeous. As a cherry blossom lover, I can see myself doing this every time I'm back in town. - Ambiance: 5/5 - Service: 4/5 - Food: 4/5

    The St. Regis Washington, D.C - hotels - Updated August 2026

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