Helix, a Kimpton Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Best night sleep in a hotel ever.
This Washington DC hotel took me by surprise. The staff was helpful and courteous. The room was...
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MosesRoss
- Apr 7, 2013
Great fun night
The Helix provided the perfect bounce off into a night of fun in Dupont Circle. Although we missed...
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victorialuvs2travel
- Mar 3, 2013
One-of-a-kind Logan Circle hotel puts the emphasis on art
Pop art meets professionalism at the Helix, a Kimpton Hotel. Located near Logan Circle, visitors recognize the Washington, D.C. hotel even before entering -- it's the one with the man-in-the-clouds painting and giant, aqua-blue throne sculptures in front. Expect retro-cool details at every turn, paired with up-to-the-minute amenities like 37-inch flat-panel TVs. Helix, a Kimpton Hotel gets serious about meetings and events with a 24-hour business center and 2,400 square feet of function space.Helix, a Kimpton Hotel Rooms
- King Deluxe Room
- King Deluxe Room 400 sq ft non-smoking room with king sized platform bed
- Queen Queen Deluxe Room
- Queen Queen Deluxe Room 400 sq ft 2 Queen platform beds non-smoking
- 03. Access Qn/Qn Deluxe Rm Roll
- Accessible Queen Queen Deluxe Rm 2 queen beds 400 sq ft with roll in shower
- King Studio Kitchenette
- King Studio with kitchenette and eating area 400 sq ft non-smoking room with king sized bed
- Flex Room with Cardio Equipment
- Flex Room with cardio and yoga equipment 400 sq ft non-smoking king bed
- Bunk Room
- Bunk Room with separate king bed and bunk bed with twin beds 400 sq ft
- Helix Suite
- Helix Suite with king platform bed 700 sq ft L-shaped sectional sofa walk-in dressing rm
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Air conditioned
- Smoke-free policy
- Pets allowed
- Elevators
- FEMA approved
- Activities
- Fitness center or spa
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Continental breakfast
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family plan
- Services
- 24 hour front desk
- Business center
- Maid service
- Express checkout
- ATM/Cash machine
- Security
- Wake-up service
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Porters
- Conference facilities
- Audio visual equipment
- Conference suite
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Indoor parking
- Valet parking
- Accessibility
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- Accessible parking
- Grab bars in bathroom
- Room
- Television with cable
- Cordless phone
- Safe
- Phone with speaker
- Telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Desk with lamp
- Mini bar
- Hairdryer in room
- Outlet adapters
- Fire alarm with light
- In room movies
- Temperature control
- Electronic door locks
- Iron
- Ironing board
- International direct dial
- Sprinklers in rooms
Hotel Map
- Nearby airports
- Washington Dulles International Airport, (IAD), 27.00, MI, E; Baltimore/Washington International Airport, (BWI), 32.00, MI, S; Washington National Airport, (DCA), 5.00, MI, NW;
- Area description
- City Center
Nearby points of interest
- Studio Theatre: 0.1 mi
- J Edgar Hoover FBI Building: 0.3 mi
- National Geographic Society: 0.3 mi
- Boy Scouts Memorial: 0.5 mi
- Washington Convention Center: 0.6 mi
- National Museum of Women in the Arts: 0.6 mi
- Lafayette Square: 0.6 mi
- U Street Corridor: 0.6 mi
- Decatur House: 0.7 mi
- Department of Treasury: 0.7 mi
- Lincoln Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Blair House: 0.7 mi
- Bohemian Caverns: 0.7 mi
- Renwick Gallery: 0.7 mi
- Chinatown: 0.7 mi
- Studio Theatre: 0.1 mi
- J Edgar Hoover FBI Building: 0.3 mi
- National Geographic Society: 0.3 mi
- Boy Scouts Memorial: 0.5 mi
- Washington Convention Center: 0.6 mi
- National Museum of Women in the Arts: 0.6 mi
- Lafayette Square: 0.6 mi
- U Street Corridor: 0.6 mi
- Decatur House: 0.7 mi
- Department of Treasury: 0.7 mi
- Lincoln Theatre: 0.7 mi
- Blair House: 0.7 mi
- Bohemian Caverns: 0.7 mi
- Renwick Gallery: 0.7 mi
- Chinatown: 0.7 mi
- Phillips Collection: 0.8 mi
- Albert Einstein Memorial: 0.8 mi
- National Theatre: 0.8 mi
- Warner Theatre: 0.8 mi
- Freedom Plaza: 0.9 mi
- National Museum of American Art: 0.9 mi
- National Portrait Gallery: 0.9 mi
- Fords Theatre: 0.9 mi
- Smithsonian American Art Museum: 0.9 mi
- Zero Milestone: 0.9 mi
- National Aquarium: 0.9 mi
- Corcoran Gallery of Art: 0.9 mi
- International Spy Museum: 0.9 mi
- Octagon House: 0.9 mi
- Verizon Center: 1 mi
- Presidents Park: 1 mi
- Ronald Reagan Building: 1 mi
- Old Post office Pavilion: 1 mi
- Federal Triangle: 1 mi
- Koshland Science Museum: 1.1 mi
- National Building Museum: 1.1 mi
- Folger Shakespeare Library: 1.1 mi
- Art Museum of The Americas: 1.1 mi
- Howard University: 1.1 mi
- National Museum of American History: 1.2 mi
- Judiciary Square: 1.2 mi
- National Archives: 1.2 mi
- National Museum of Natural History: 1.2 mi
- Dumbarton House: 1.2 mi
- Newseum: 1.3 mi
Dining
- Helix Lounge
- Savor every moment at this indescribably delicious Downtown Washington DC lounge - just an elevator ride away from your guest room. Helix Lounge is the also the perfect place for a star-studded private party- adding a Hollywood twist to your celebration
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 12:00 PM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (95)
Ratings and reviews for Helix, a Kimpton Hotel
- All travelers (95) 4 / 5
- Business (29) 3.9 / 5
- Couples (35) 3.9 / 5
- Families (12) 3.8 / 5
- Friends (7) 4.1 / 5
- Singles (8) 4.4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (2) 3.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.2
- Value:
- 4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Helix Stay April 2010
Staff is very friendly and helpful. Hotel is older but updated with retro-mod feel. Updates are somewhere between Target, Ikea and CB2. Good for the 20-something set, and anyone who wants to save a few dollars.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
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HELIX JUST OK
EVERYTHING WAS OVER PRICED
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
ASK123
Cute boutique hotel
The Helix is a cute, centrally located hotel, and while we had a fine time during our stay there, it is definitely more of a middle of the range establishment than a nicer, high end boutique hotel. The bedroom was cute and had an interesting design, but the bathroom was tiny and look cheaply done-- disappointing compared to other Kimpton hotels that I have stayed in. But the price was excellent and the service was good. Overall, I would probably stay there again and would recommend it to friends.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great Hotel, but false advertisement!
Went to DC to check out the Cherry Blossom Festival, my aunt and I arrived Friday afternoon, fast check-in [...].
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Hotel is not very close to the Metro, but the buses were suffice.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Not What I expected
The Helix Hotel was very novel. Clean and decorated true to the Art Deco theme. I wouldn't consider this a four star hotel,but the customer service was friendly and my friend and I had a comfortable room. It felt more like a teenager bedroom with surfer pictures and a pair of bunkbeds next to the king bed! We laughed and thought it was funny but the price was fair and we knew that the hotel was a little further than walking distance to the monuments when we booked it. I just wished that it was more elegantly decorated and they could spare the toiletries. Refillable shampoo, and conditioner bottles bolted to the shower were a real turn off, and the curtain entrance with stage lights were a little tacky. Other than that no complaints. Relatively easy to check in and out and the hotel was more than happy to hold our luggage for us while we were sightseeing on the last day after we checked out. Over all, I think a younger clientele would appreciate this hotel. Next time, I would up the standards.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JMDO
Good value, but garish
I got a very good rate on this hotel, and for the money, it was a good value. But I wouldn't seek it out, necessarily. It's not incredibly convenient to the Metro--10 minutes walk to Red or Blue line--and the decor is hideous. Overdone attempts to be hip that fail at every turn. You can't make a hotel hip just by playing funk in the elevator and providing a fake tiger-skin robe in each room (blech!) Still, it was clean and the bed was comfortable--but no in-room coffee!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kikosal
Adult Getaway.
All the staff are very friendlly and the Hotel is very clean. However, some one was smoking inside of the hotel (Mariguana). I didn't like it. I think this hotel is only for adults, not for children.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Nice restaurants.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Helix stay
The location is ideal and the interior is full of pop art. It's a nice change from redundant chain hotels throughout the city. The service was spotty- one staff member was fantastic and went beyond expectations, the other ignored us when my friend asked for a toothbrush. Overall, good experience.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
sadalla
Just a night in DC
The hotel is good enough for a only night stay, but it is a little old fashioned for the price
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jean g
Funky hotel, slightly dated
Very fun place and would stay here again. However, the sofa in the room was not comfortable and had a few small stains and the room needed to be touched up. I would still recommend.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
