Donovan House, a Kimpton Hotel

They didn't clean the room each day and the carpets were very dirtty. Also the sink in the bathroom did not drain, i spoke to the front desk and they said they would send an engineer up ASAP, never showed up in the 3 day stay.

Pros: Fairly convenient (about 3 blocks to the metro), beds were extremely comfortable. Cons: No drink machines and no Ice machines, had to go across the street to the store. Had to ask for wash cloths each night. Showers were horrible.

Pros: location, rooftop pool, friendly and attentive staff Cons: small bathrooms, average size rooms, not as nice as the Palomar Hotel in Dupont Circle

i booked one night just for the weding day and was awasome the location and confort at the hotel , the staff was very pleasent , good value .

Modern, chic hotel in a very convenient location. However, service in the hotel and at the restaurant were lacking. Hotel front desk staff lacked politeness and restaurant service was extremely slow and inconsistent.

Got an upgrade, they were really easy and helpful, but room service was not open after 10pm. Not good.

Overall really excellent. Amazing rooftop bar with an incredible view, expensive but delicious snacks. Overall, there was a perfect balance of bustle in the public areas--making the place feel lively and vibrant--and the calm oasis of my room. Check out staff was a bit brusque, but othervise excellent service.

Hotel was nice but sheets on the bed would have been nice instead of just a comforter. Also, an ice machine on every floor would be a good addition instead of having to request that ice be sent up to the room by the staff from downstairs. Coffee and tea in the morning is a nice touch and would be nice if available all day long. The complimentary local microbrews and wine between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. in the lobby was awesome! Wake-up calls were not prompt but was not critical as our train did not leave early. Overall we really enjoyed our stay. Thanks, Donovan House.

The staff could not have been better. Great location easily within walking distance of Capitol etc. The room was OK, but the bed,table and chairs should all be replaced!

Very futuristic and minimal in design, to the point that I spent 15 minutes figuring out how to work the lights! Never did find a way to turn on the fan in the bathroom. Bed was very comfortable, room easy to sleep in, but small with no table or chair, which would not have served well if I had to write anything. Has an iron & ironing board and hair blower in room, but no coffee service. Restaurant limited but food is good and service quick. Really excellent bar service for a large crowd from my conference. Good staff all around.

It's a great hotel! Don't expect much from the minibar and there's no ice-machine. So you have to order buckets of ice from the front desk. If you're not used to sleeping near a busy intersection that might prove a little troublesome. Other than that the staff were super helpful, and the location was incredibly convenient.

great experience. hotel has some very interesting features, great location, exceptional value.

Had such a Wonder experience at this hotel, staff was kind, professional and incredibly accommodating. Rooms are a little smaller than I expected, but was decorated and unique in style. Great location, so many resturants and stores in the immediate area. Would stay there again, and recommend it to anyone wanting a comfortable, affordable taste of luxury.

Kimpton aesthetic is ultra hip and generally works well. The only chair in the room is a visual delight but seriously uncomfortable if you want to sit in it. Staff accommodating and competent. I had one minor glitch in that I never could successfully arrange delivery of newspaper to room. Still, highly recommended overall. 

I only stayed for one night, for a business trip, but wished I could have stayed longer! Nice neighborhood, friendly staff, very pleasant room.

Hip boutique hotel. Tasty asian inspired food at DC prices. Staff firendly and very accomodating. Disappointed that the PBS channel did not come through -- missed Downton Abby! Would stay here again in any case.

I booked this hotel hurriedly due to a family emergency. It exceeded my ecpectations. My seven year old daughter joined me on the trip. You could tell that children are not the typical guests, but she was treated very kindly by all of the hotel staff. She enjoyed the goldfish in the room!

Awesome trip. Hotel was very accommodating. He loved the foyer and room.

I only stayed in this hotel for one night. looked pretty cute. I had a wierd view of an old couple in another building getting some IV infusions? The staff was great. I couldn't find a fridge in my room though. Also...the shower was REALLY weird. there was no curtain! it kind of just curved. It was white and lit you...im pretty sure you could see the shadow of whatever was going on in the shower from the bed in the room...kinda seemed like it was meant for a couple? I was there with a friend so it was kinda weird :/ but the water for the shower came directly from the ceiling so that was cool. Also the bathrobes were SOOOO cute! like animal print! The staff held my belongings for the day after I checked out until I was able to stay at a friends house the following night so that was pretty cool of them. They have some weird mod swinging chairs in the lobby as well. I heard they had a happy hour with complimentary wine...but sadly we missed it. It a pretty cute hotel. I would definitely recommend! uhh except for the weird showers...if you are sharing with someone not romantic

The hotel is modern as tomorrow. Our room was spotlessly clean. We had great fun with the animal print terrycloth robes furnished. The staff was polite, helpful, and competent. The location on 14th street puts you in the middle of what is happening.

Nice room with an upscale feel. Good value and good central location

Would like to return in the summer, as they have a rooftop pool and bar that was closed during my stay.

Stayed there inauguration weekend. Checked out Sunday before the rates tripled. Comparable to other kimpton properties in ammenities for a fraction of the cost.

The hotel staff was amazing! Everyone was very friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and decorated well. Free wifi. Free wine and appetizer hour. Discounted bike share usage. The ONLY complaint was that the bathroom needed a fan. Also, it was about 5 blocks from the Metro. Overall we LOVED it. We would definitely stay here again.

Excellent staff and service. Unique and interesting experience .

The modern/retro 70's/Jetson spaced themed hotel was great. The customer service at the Donavan House is warm and welcoming. Like all Kimpton's, attention to detail to the guest is bar none. Where else can you get a cute loner goldfish during your stay in your room? The location which is close to Washington D.C. mall attractions was great. We found it so easy to walk to everything. My family really enjoyed our stay and the delicious Japanese restaurant at the hotel.

We have never had a better hotel experience anywhere, and we travel a lot, both in the U.S. and internationally. The entire hotel staff, from the doorman, the front desk, the concierge, the maitre D', were all the best ever. We definitely recommend the hotel, and will not hesitate to make it our destination on our next visit to DC.

Best hotel ever. Modern rooms and awesome service.

The front desk service was fantastic. They welcomed us and made us feel special. The location is not too far from the White House, China Town, and the Staples Center. Parking was expensive but not abnormal for DC. An added bonus was their happy hour. Everyone was friendly and made the weekend one day before the inauguration a special visit!

This is a beautiful, modern hotel with great staff members and a fantastic location. The rooms were a little smaller than I had expected, but uniquely decorated and luxurious. Staff was friendly, professional, and very accommodating. Loved this hotel, I would definitely stay here again. Great location, so many restaurants near by, plus the metro station is very close.

Single most amazing hotel experience in my life (and I have worked in hotels for over 10 years!) Breana and Janina went above and beyond to make our stay special and unforgettable! There is no reason to stay in any other hotel in DC. (note: I just stayed there.. It would not allow me to pick 2013)

Le lit est le principal but de l'hotel . Sur 21 jour c'est le plus execrable lit et mauvais , je me suis lever le matin casser et difficile a marcher mon dos me faissait horriblement mal .A Denver le [other hotel] et le [other hotel] on plus de valeur et de service de qualiter general et un vrai lit et pas une paillasse sur le sol avec beaucoup de show et le double du prix de denver

sehr schönes Hotel in zentraler Lage, sehr modern eingerichtet. Minus: Parken im angrenzenden Parkhaus für 40 Dollar pro Nacht, auch für Hotelgäste