The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool
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Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
2121 P St Nw, Washington, DC, 20037
  • George Washington University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • White House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Smithsonian's National Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 265 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Cityview)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed (Spa)

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility/Hearing Shower)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Roll in Shower)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub CityView)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Presidential Suite)

  • 1130 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Suite King)

  • 720 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Tub One Bedroom)

  • 720 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Spa Suite King)

  • 720 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Cityview)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Junior Suite King)

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View)

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Located in Northwest within a 5-minute walk of Dupont Circle, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like George Washington University. This 4.5-star hotel has 335 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • George Washington University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kennedy Center - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • White House - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Georgetown University - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Smithsonian's National Zoo - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dupont Circle Station - 4 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 15 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Swingers Crazy Golf - Dupont Circle - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Admiral - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sweetgreen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle features a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Valet parking is available for USD 64.66 per night. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with 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 conference space, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a computer station.
55-inch TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Frette Italian sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Arabic, English, Filipino, French, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 64.66 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 35 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Certo!

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 11,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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 (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

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 35 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 64.66 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-anytime
  • 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), along with a car charging station.

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.
  • Charges or special cancellation policies for group reservations may apply (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 01 to October 12.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Palomar
Hotel Palomar Washington DC
Hotel Washington DC
Palomar
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Washington DC
Palomar Washington DC
Palomar Washington DC Hotel
Washington DC Hotel Palomar
Washington DC Palomar Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?

As of Apr 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle on May 2, 2025 start from $157.5, 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 can I see close to The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?

This hotel is situated in Northwest within a 10-minute walk of Embassy Row and Dupont Circle. You'll also find Smithsonian Institution and White House within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 64.66 per night with in/out privileges. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle have a casino?

No, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from May 01 until October 12.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?

This boutique hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a bar, a restaurant, and private dining.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Certo!.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?

The closest major airport to The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 6.8 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 13 mi away (42-minute drive).

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

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

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 662 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1124 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely spot to stay in DC
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiyanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Sangkil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Juergen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tomasena

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Prajeesh

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nataliia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Cool digs

The hotel gave me a large room on an upper floor and a daily food credit. I also made use of one of the bikes on two days. Great way to get around DC. Staff was helpful over all. Restaurant is a bit expensive but good. Gym is solid.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay at Royal Sonesta again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sonia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Liked the color scheme of the room- however, could not figure out the thermostat-room was cold! Water pressure in the shower was low
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommends to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomasena

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

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

Mr

All was well
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It fit my need for a Dupont Circle hotel very well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naveen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ananias

Disliked: Staff & service
Booked this location from Fri thru Mon. But midway thru our stay we realized how terrible the road conditions would be as DC was expecting 10 inches of snow beginning Sunday night. So I went to the front desk and asked if we left early, could we get a partial refund for the unused night? The front desk told me yes if we were out by 4pm. That heavily influenced our decision to leave early and we packed and checked out. After checking out, we were THEN told that a refund wasn’t possible since we used a 3rd party site. Hotels.com chat said that wasn’t true and it lead to a huge back and forth that resulted in 0 results. Terrible to not help your customers when a severe winter storm was coming. Not staying here again and I’m hesitant to ever use Hotels.com again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025