The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (The Olmstead Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Lobby
Meeting facility
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Bar

Explore the area

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20 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC, 20001
  • Place, Smithsonian Institution
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Station Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Gallery View, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Jenkins Hill Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 760 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Deluxe)

  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, City View (Mobility Features)

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Roll-in Shower (Jenkins Hill Suite, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 795 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (The Olmstead Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 690 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 545 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Gallery View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Roll-in Shower (Lady Freedom, 1 Bedroom, Mobility)

  • 685 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Deluxe)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, City View (Roll-In Shower)

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 545 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Lady Freedom, 1 Bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 685 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Street View, Hearing/Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 535 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Northwest, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center. This 274-room, 4.5-star hotel has a 24-hour gym along with free in-room WiFi and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • United States Capitol - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Union Station - 5 min walk
  • Judiciary Square Station - 9 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bistro Du Jour - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Franklin Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Art and Soul - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Z Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Warka Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for USD 65 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a conference center, wedding services, and a water dispenser.
65-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free long-distance calls, and free local calls.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (11,000 square feet of space)

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 (42 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2023
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 37.10 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 30 for adults, and USD 15 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-3:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Washington
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill on Dec 18, 2025 start from $129.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

This hotel is situated in Northwest within a 10-minute walk of Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center. You'll also find United States Capitol and National Mall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 65 per night with in/out privileges. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill feature a casino at the property?

No, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and proposal/romance packages.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

The closest major airport to The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 5.9 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 11.6 mi away (33-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill.

Reviews

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 962 out of 1182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 1182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kedar

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front Desk was the best
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrisjeril

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at 3 nights and we loved it. Great location, and the staff is very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

guest judy

the overall experience in DC was great, got to the hotel late in the evening and the front desk personal was amazing and kind. we didn't have a plan but the location of the holel made our journey much easier to get around.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location for our short stay

Great hotel and location was perfect very close to Union Station. The staff were friendly and accommodating as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and good size. Restaurant in the lobby was perfect for breakfast. This hotel is the perfect location to everything. You can easily catch the metro that’s up the street to any place you want to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay! Great property/location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once again great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Miki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was well kept, beautiful appointed rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dante, Lake Tapps

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was BEAUTIFUL. Everything was modern, clean, and very stylish. The food was also very good, surprised me. Would come back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

chris

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel

Very good Hotel. The Resturant is French and very elaborate. Very convenient place to stay in DC
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

pirouz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Ok here it goes: 1) hotel is clean 2) they are HIDDEN FEES.when you book, they say breakfast includes. Well, this is NOT the case . What they don’t tell you is that the hotel only covers you for 30 dollars on an expensive breakfast menu. The rest you have to pay . Nobody tell this to you ( including Expedia ) 3) there was a rude receptionist at the checkout who made our experience a sad one . 4) the manager -Jamal- was very professional and great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tori

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, staff was pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great. Hotel parking is still too expensive
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025