Morrison Clark Inn
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--DC/Washington_DC/Morrison_Clark_Inn.h19135/
Hotel Overview
I love this place
This is a great little hotel centrally located in DC. The place was built in the 1800s and is...
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Craig K.
- Apr 30, 2013
Charming hotel and staff
This is a hotel on the National Register of Historic Places and has had a long life. The rooms are...
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Sand H
- Apr 15, 2013
Stylish hotel filled with character in the heart of Washington DC
This charming property in the heart of Washington DC has a little something to offer every guest. Authentic period furnishings perfectly suit the Victorian-era building and complement the historic surroundings. The Morrison Clark Inn restaurant is one of the city's finest, according to several travel guides and rates highly in the Washington Post’s top 50 on a regular basis. Cozy rooms and suites at the Morrison Clark Hotel ensure a relaxing stay. Concierge service and a fitness center are available.Morrison Clark Inn Rooms
- Standard Room
- The Neoclassical rooms are understatedly refined, with clean, uncomplicated layouts in soothing beige and taupe colors schemes. All are furnished with handsome furniture, such as stately armoires and desks.
- Parlor Suite
- Most of the Parlor Suites are decorated with French country flair, featuring pine armoires, wicker furniture, and attractive quilts. Pastel color schemes and florals subtly accent the comfortable environs. Parlor Suites have two rooms, the bedroom and a separate living area, which also features a sofa bed. Parlor suites are also available in Neoclassical Style.
- Victorian Room
- Victorian Rooms are exquisitely appointed with turn-of-the-century antiques, chandeliers, and richly hued draperies. Select rooms also feature decorative fireplaces and balconies.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Activities
- Health club
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- Parking
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Washington, D.C.
- Nearby airports
- Dulles Int'l Airport Ronald Reagan National Airport
- Area description
- The Inn's ideal downtown location places it near all local attractions including the Convention Center, National Mall, Smithsonian Museum, monuments, the National Gallery of Art, U.S. Capitol and Union Station.
Nearby points of interest
- Boy Scouts Memorial: 0.2 mi
- Washington Convention Center: 0.2 mi
- Chinatown: 0.3 mi
- National Museum of Women in the Arts: 0.3 mi
- Studio Theatre: 0.5 mi
- J Edgar Hoover FBI Building: 0.5 mi
- National Museum of American Art: 0.5 mi
- National Portrait Gallery: 0.5 mi
- Smithsonian American Art Museum: 0.5 mi
- International Spy Museum: 0.5 mi
- Fords Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Verizon Center: 0.5 mi
- Warner Theatre: 0.6 mi
- National Theatre: 0.6 mi
- Albert Einstein Memorial: 0.6 mi
- Boy Scouts Memorial: 0.2 mi
- Washington Convention Center: 0.2 mi
- Chinatown: 0.3 mi
- National Museum of Women in the Arts: 0.3 mi
- Studio Theatre: 0.5 mi
- J Edgar Hoover FBI Building: 0.5 mi
- National Museum of American Art: 0.5 mi
- National Portrait Gallery: 0.5 mi
- Smithsonian American Art Museum: 0.5 mi
- International Spy Museum: 0.5 mi
- Fords Theatre: 0.5 mi
- Verizon Center: 0.5 mi
- Warner Theatre: 0.6 mi
- National Theatre: 0.6 mi
- Albert Einstein Memorial: 0.6 mi
- National Geographic Society: 0.6 mi
- Freedom Plaza: 0.6 mi
- Lafayette Square: 0.6 mi
- National Building Museum: 0.7 mi
- Koshland Science Museum: 0.7 mi
- Folger Shakespeare Library: 0.7 mi
- Old Post office Pavilion: 0.7 mi
- Federal Triangle: 0.7 mi
- Decatur House: 0.7 mi
- National Aquarium: 0.7 mi
- Blair House: 0.7 mi
- Ronald Reagan Building: 0.7 mi
- Judiciary Square: 0.8 mi
- Renwick Gallery: 0.8 mi
- National Archives: 0.8 mi
- Zero Milestone: 0.8 mi
- Newseum: 0.9 mi
- Presidents Park: 0.9 mi
- National Museum of Natural History: 0.9 mi
- U Street Corridor: 0.9 mi
- Bohemian Caverns: 0.9 mi
- National Museum of American History: 0.9 mi
- Corcoran Gallery of Art: 0.9 mi
- Lincoln Theatre: 0.9 mi
- Department of Treasury: 1 mi
- National Gallery of Art: 1 mi
- Octagon House: 1 mi
- Smithsonian Institution: 1.1 mi
- Enid A Haupt Garden: 1.1 mi
- Ripley Center: 1.1 mi
Dining
- The Morrison Clark Inn Restaurant
- The Restaurant at The Morrison-Clark Inn has been named one of the city's finest in Conde Nast Traveler, the Zagat Guide, and the DiRoNA Guide, as well as being consistently ranked in The Washington Post's Top 50 list. The carefully chosen wine list has been the recipient of The Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence the past five years. Gilded mirrors, Italian marble fireplaces, and lace curtains highlight the Main Dining Room. Executive Chef Richard Thompson will dazzle you with contemporary American cuisine, featuring a menu that changes seasonally. During pleasant weather, guests may enjoy al fresco dining in our lovely, brick courtyard.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The Ruby Room at the Morrison-Clark Inn is perfect for your business meeting. Where else can you find an elegant 1864 Victorian room with a 14- foot ceiling, chandeliers, floor to ceiling mirrors, Carrera marble fireplaces, windows and the cuisine of renowned Chef Richard Thompson. The Garden Room is ideal for business retreats, luncheons and dinners for groups of 16-24. This light filled room features floor-to-ceiling windows and a completely private atmosphere.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
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 (94)
Ratings and reviews for Morrison Clark Inn
- All travelers (94) 3.9 / 5
- Business (34) 3.9 / 5
- Couples (32) 3.9 / 5
- Families (12) 4.2 / 5
- Friends (6) 3.8 / 5
- Singles (8) 4 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.6
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.2
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
yenisse
great for the money
went sightseeing, and lots of museums, restaurant at hotel not recomendable
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great location, good value, historic bld
Very convenient to DC attractions, walking distance to most, very comfortable and quiet room. The boarded up building in the neighborhood mentioned in an earlier review is really a mothballed building next door and other than the fact that it was our view from our 4th floor room it was not an issue. Valet parking is expensive, but the reasonable room rate made up for it.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
A beautiful place to stay
The Morrison Clark Inn is beautiful! It is definitely worth the upgrade to stay in one of the Victorian rooms. According to their brochure, they have wireless internet access which was one reason we chose to stay there. However, when we got there we were told that the wireless was in the lobby, and we might be able to get it in our room. I thought that was a bit misleading. We did get wireless in our room, but it was slow and we kept losing the connection. Also, we didn't get our complimentary newspaper. The inn is centrally located, and yet not really close to anything including the metro. Since the weather was nice it wasn't a big deal, but I think it would be more difficult to get around in bad weather. The food in the restaurant was good, and the prices were comparable to what you would pay elsewhere in DC. Overall, I would consider staying there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Normally Content Traveler
Beautiful Hotel, Poorly Managed
We stayed at this lovely hotel as we celebrated our marriage and toured the city during a weekend get-away. The location was a few blocks away from the nearest Metro station(s) and fine dining, so it was convenient for sightseeing. We were greeted by an impromptu relocation to a sister property a few blocks away for the first night of our four-night reservation and the promise of cab fare for the inconvenience (since we had driven to the city, this was pointless). Only after we had asked did the clerk indicate, unapologetically, why we were being moved (he told us that a conference group had overstayed its reservation). The second night we were shown a tiny, standard room (the result of another overbooking). Our stay would have been more enjoyable had they honored the [...] reservation (the Victorian-themed room was indeed comfortable, but it was not a suite).
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Do not pay for a suite through Orbitz. I would propose booking this hotel directly or selecting only the most basic option. The room service, valet, and housekeeping were perfectly responsive and friendly.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Blue Traveller
Hidden gem
We visited our adult children who live in D.C. near the hotel. The hotel was great, a blend of modern amenities and historic charm housed in a distinctively updated former mansion and an addition. It was nice to be in a neighborhood, too, instead of on busy avenues like most of the larger hotels in the city. The front desk was always available and helpful. When we checked in we were in a rush to a scheduled Capitol tour and the manager found us an available room on the garden level. It was quite dark and not very appealing. We called the desk and before we could even say anything he asked if we would prefer another room when available. When we returned from our tour we were settled into a delightful room overlooking the interior garden. We were pleased with everything else over the weekend except the bell sevice. They were inattentive and often unavailable at the door. The hotel was convenient to Logan Circle, Penn Quarter and other active dining entertainment areas. There is a metro stop a few blocks east. Quite a charming little hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
We had not visited the area around the Convention center before. There is a lively district in Penn Quarter with lots of eclectic restaurants and bars, and a diverse array of folks especially when there are games and events at the arena.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Gallaudet Visit
DC overnight
Super friendly staff; We were even able to check in an hour earlier, which was great because we had been walking around all day with our bags. Room was smaller than chain hotels with plenty of space for 3 of us to sleep since we were out in the city all of the time. I wish I had gotten the man's name working the counter Friday morning when we checked out so I can thank him again for letting us keep our bags there while a friend and I went to Gallaudet and my husband went out the museums. It's in a great location with access to metro in few blocks all directions, or just walk toward downtown on 11 st and go see the White House. All in all, if you're in Dc for a few days this is highly affordable and in a great location!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Not Applicable
If all else fails and you can't find anywhere to eat while you're out, take the Red metro to Union Station. The basement has a food court with many different options and international foods. Also, US has convenience stores where you can pick up snacks and drinks for while you're out walking around all day.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Morrison Clark Inn
In D.C. on business.[...]The staff was friendly. The Inn was cozy and very comfortable. It is a Victorian House so if you want modern slick this is not it.I found it to be a relief from the usual hotel.The door man was alert and helped with cabs. I would go back. It is in a good location and prices are reasonable. Food is above average. Nice quiet feeling in Inn and dinning room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Most everything to see is 10 min away by cab. I think with a map and good shoes you could walk to a lot of places.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Very nice INN
Beautiful decor, friendly staff, clean, within walking distance of most of the sites we wanted to see. Restaruant meals, no light foods. No restaruants close by. Finding american food impossible.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
Take snacks with you!! The food we could find was very expensive and not tasteful!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Regular DC Traveler
Past Meets Present @ Morrison-Clark
Walking distance to the DC Convention Center and Ben's Chili Bowl! Surrounding blocks have some of the best architectural home facades in the city. Staff is superb. Managed by the same folks who run the nearby Henley Park Hotel, another DC gem. If you like cosy rooms with character and a bit of history, you'll feel right at home here!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Money-saving tip:
In Hotel
The hotel offers both free wired and wireless Internet access.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Good value for the price
Very pleasant stay, good location, reasonable price, restaurant too pricey, good access to Metro and other tourist destinations. Overall, very good experience.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
