Hotel Zena Washington DC places you in Downtown Washington D.C., within a leisurely stroll of popular sights such as Walter E. Washington Convention Center and White House. This 191-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like a 24-hour gym and a rooftop terrace.
What's nearby
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
White House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Capital One Arena - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
National Mall - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
National Museum of African American History and Culture - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
McPherson Sq. Station - 5 min walk
Washington Union Station - 14 min drive
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Soho Cafe & Market - 4 min walk
Compass Coffee - 5 min walk
Arepa Zone - 1 min walk
Via Sophia - 3 min walk
Green Lantern - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Zena Washington DC
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a rooftop terrace
Guests staying at Hotel Zena Washington DC enjoy a 24-hour gym, a rooftop terrace, and WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for USD 59 per night. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, 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 boutique hotel include conference space, a seasonal outdoor pool, and coffee/tea in a common area.
55-inch Smart TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Frette Italian sheets and pillow menus ensure a restful night. IPod docks, espresso makers, and laptop-compatible safes are other standard amenities.
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.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Secured, covered extended parking on site (USD 59 per night)
RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
Figleaf Bar & Lounge
Hedy's Rooftop
Things to do
24-hour gym
Art gallery
Outdoor pool (guest access)
Seasonal outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room crib
Mini-fridge
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
4,360 square feet of conference space
5 meeting rooms
Outdoors
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 125
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 125
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 8 to May 27:
Swimming pool
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay
Dogs only
2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Food and water bowls are available
Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds are available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:
Deposit: USD 125 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Additional inclusions
Fitness center access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
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 20.00 for adults and USD 20.00 for children
Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
Covered valet parking fee: USD 59 per night (in/out privileges)
Covered extended parking fee: USD 59 per night
Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)
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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
Check-out: noon
Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers valet parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 cash.
The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
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 rollaway or extra beds are available.
Parking has height restrictions.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
Donovan House
Donovan House Hotel
Donovan House Hotel Washington
Donovan House Washington
Donovan Hotel Washington
Donovan Hotel
Donovan Washington
Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Zena Washington DC?
Hotel Zena Washington DC offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Zena Washington DC?
As of Jul 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Zena Washington DC on Aug 28, 2025 start from $142.0, 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 is there to do near Hotel Zena Washington DC?
This hotel is situated in Downtown Washington D.C. within a short 13-minute walk of White House and also 14 minutes on foot from Smithsonian Institution. You'll also find Capital One Arena and National Mall less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at Hotel Zena Washington DC?
Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 59 per night with in/out privileges. Electric car charging is also available for guests.
Does Hotel Zena Washington DC feature a casino at the property?
No, Hotel Zena Washington DC doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Zena Washington DC?
No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.
What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Zena Washington DC?
This boutique hotel offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and a restaurant.
Does Hotel Zena Washington DC have a hot tub?
No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Hotel Zena Washington DC have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Yes, Hotel Zena Washington DC serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Hedy's Rooftop.
Does Hotel Zena Washington DC allow pets to stay for free?
Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Zena Washington DC for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.
Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Zena Washington DC?
Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.
How far is the airport from Hotel Zena Washington DC?
The closest major airport to Hotel Zena Washington DC is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), which is 5.2 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 12.1 mi away (35-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Zena Washington DC?
No, at Hotel Zena Washington DC, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.
Does Hotel Zena Washington DC host weddings?
There are wedding services available at Hotel Zena Washington DC if that's in your vacation plans.
Hotel Zena Washington DC Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Love love loved. Very warm and helpful crew. The room was spacious and immaculate. Great bed, amazing pillows. The rooftop pool vibe was fun and organized.
I asked to extend d my stay and was told to come down and they wouid issue a new key - when I went down they had no record of that and I had to scramble and find a new hotel — I asked twice if she had it in computer answer was yes — called at 7am the day before departure ..
Everyone is so helpful and friendly! The property is beautiful and in a good location. I love the shower—it's so cool! And the drinks and food at the bar were excellent. I especially enjoyed meeting Ronald, Malik, Shanaya (I'm not sure if that was spelled correctly ), and Baltazar. I have been to this hotel a few times, and it is one of my favorites.
Christina
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
2/10 Terrible
ushma
Traveled with group
Apr 29, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Don’t stay here!
Ozone machine left running in the room
And caused us server coughing issues
Perfect location for all the best restaurants & LGBT spots!! My wife and I loved it! The bed was super comfy, room was incredibly clean & beautiful and the shower & bathroom products were amazing for a hotel. Its the little things, and they check all the boxes. The ambiance of the female empowerment artwork was absolutely stunning throughout this hotel.....it will make you stop, and look closely!!! I highly recommend Hotel Zena!!!
We had a lovely, comfortable room, and had a great time walking around this cute neighborhood. We especially enjoyed the rooftop bar and pool, which were opened early and were so lovely even though the pool was way to cold to swim in in April
This is a great property with well designed rooms and amenities. The decor is very feminist-friendly so it may not be a good fit for MAGA folks, but I really loved it.
Super cute and small hotel with a convenient location. My only complaint is that parking. We had a larger SUV and valet wasn’t able to accommodate our car. Ultimately, we had to park at a nearby hotel and walk back. Aside from that, great location, close to food and other locations. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Alicia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Apr 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
There was no concierge. They had no connection to a car service. The curtains were not blackout. Take your eye masks. Even though they say it’s a non smoking property, it smelled like smoke & pot. It was clean, but the smell was offensive. I would not stay there again. It was over priced.
I tried to cancel my stat due an emergency that ı canceled my trip , but could not.
I been member Expedia gor years and expedia did not do anything to to cancel the stay.
I may not be using Expedia again , since they are just concerned about he commission they are making , not their costumers!!!
Faik
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10 Okay
steven
Traveled with family
Apr 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The fit and finish of the common areas were average. Front desk wanted to charge an early room fee. This was at 1:30pm and the room was ready but their terms are to check in at 3pm. I didn’t want to pay the $25 early check in fee for two rooms. So I left the bags and went for lunch. They called me at 2:15 to say I could check in. Was some what inconvenient.