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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
20 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC, 20001
  • Smithsonian Institution
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Union Station Shopping Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • National Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Gallery View)

  • 405 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 545 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 545 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 525 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

  • 463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

  • 535 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

  • 460 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 410 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 440 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National Mall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Capitol Crossing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dubliner Restaurant & Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Quickway Japanese Hibachi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Franklin Grill - ‬4 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.

Languages

French, Spanish

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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
  • Highchair

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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: anytime
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

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—-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).

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 Apr 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill on May 3, 2025 start from $169.0, 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 Capital One Arena and National Mall less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

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.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill have connecting rooms?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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.

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 813 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 813 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 813 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 813 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 813 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janetsy

Traveled with partner
Beautiful spacious room and bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta K

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

Wonderful experience from check-in to check out!

It was fabulous! All the employees were welcoming and very helpful! My room 345 was extremely clean and comfortable. The housekeepers were wonderful and friendly and my room was perfect every day! The restaurant next door was delicious and their staff always happy to see my friends and I! It was a wonderful experience for my first visit to Washington DC and I would be more than happy to recommend your hotel to my friends and I would love to stay there again on my next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

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

Treated like royalty

Great newer hotel. Excellent service and very friendly. Very good self-service parking. Onsite French restaurant was a little overrun with business and the service was slow, but the food was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

IOAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extra large beautiful room, short a bar fridge
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faisal Saeed, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location by Union Station but there was a weird noise at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

President Trump 3rd victory, second inauguration

The hotel staff was absolutely delightful, the room was comfortable and very clean (every day, in spite of the mess we left :/) there was a minor issue with the toilet that was fixed immediately The restaurant served fabulous food but the service was a bit lax I would highly recommend a stay to anyone traveling to DC
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and new hotel. Our room was lovely. The service was fantastic always friendly smiles and welcoming greeting as we walked in each time. The restaurant is delicious. Easy walking distance to the state capital and the museums. We highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominick

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I do not like the charge for early check in. The room was ready. Why not make me happy? If it had not been ready, no problem. I was also annoyed that I was quoted a price and told the agent could cut it. This seemed like a cheap ploy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and close to sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andriana

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

10/10 Excellent

Price

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived the staff (valet, front desk, manager & assistant manager) made us feel very welcome. Even the woman from housekeeping whom we ran into near the elevator was so gracious to us. It's been a long time since we were greeted in the lobby by management as we arrived/departed. It was so welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivek

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at this hotel very clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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

8/10 Good

Craig

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

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Modern design very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
only complaint was a very weak shower, otherwise excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breyanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024