Our nation’s capital is an ever-evolving place, one both old and new, equally idealistic and staid and set in its ways – where history and tradition meet innovation and the promise of the future.Centrally located, in the heart of Washington’s dynamic DuPont Circle, the traditional home of Washington’s elite, Royal Sonesta Washington D.C. embodies the unique dichotomy that defines Washington with its own fresh, artistic and vibrant spirit. Royal Sonesta Washington D.C. is marked by alluring artistic design, refined sensibilities and meticulousattention to detail.
Awards
Best Washington DC Hotels 2020
- U.S. News & World Report
Favorite Hotel, 2018
- Family V
Hotel Highlights
Centrally located in Washington DC’s trendy Dupont Circle neighborhood
Certo!, featuring flavorful Italian cuisine, craft cocktails and al fresco dining
Outdoor, heated swimming pool with spacious sundeck and cabanas (seasonal)
10,000+ square feet of flexible meeting and event space
Travel Pass evening wine reception
Tesla and universal electric car charging stations
Pet friendly
Stay Safe with Sonesta
Please note, for the health & safety of our guests and team members, Sonesta hotels require guests to wear face coverings in all indoor public areas.
In each of our spacious guest rooms and suites, your comfort is our utmost priority. Generous and convenient in-room features ensure you begin each day relaxed and refreshed.
335 tastefully appointed guest rooms and suites featuring contemporary colors and design patterns
330 count Frette linens
Oversized Quartz work desk with ergonomic chair
55” Samsung LCD Television
Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet
In-room spa treatments available
Mobility/hearing accessible rooms available
Daily Guest Amenities Fee
As part of the various guest privileges we offer throughout your stay, a daily guest amenity fee of $25 (inclusive of tax) will be charged to your room account.
1PM late check-out
20% off at Bodega
$10 scooter credit
PPE Welcome Amenity
Complimentary in room water (2 per stay)
Complimentary Travel Pass Social Hour from 5PM-6PM
Complimentary bikes, available upon request
Complimentary Wi-Fi ($12.99 per day)
Unlimited local and long distance calls
Exclusive discounts at signature Dupont Circle partner shops
Check-In/Check Out
Check-in time is 3:00PM. Check-out time is 12:00PM. Early check-in is by request only and not guaranteed. Late check-out must be coordinated with the hotel, as available. A valid credit card is required at check-in.
MINIMUM CHECK-IN AGE
Guests must be at least 21 years of age to check into hotel.
SMOKING POLICY
Royal Sonesta Washington is a non-smoking property. There is a $250 fine for violation of the smoking policy.
Pet Friendly
Our hotel is dog-friendly. Please click here for information on our dog policy.
Amenities
FITNESS CENTER
Enjoy our expansive 2nd floor fitness center, located adjacent to the swimming pool, with state-of-the-art cardio and strength training equipment.
Due to current restrictions, Certo! is currently closed.
Located on the hotel’s main level, Certo! brings flavorful Italian coastal cuisine to the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Treat your taste buds to house-made pizzas, pastas, and local meat and seafood dishes featuring fresh ingredients from our on-site rooftop garden. Italian liqueurs inspire the bar’s extensive craft cocktail menu. Enjoy al fresco dining on the spacious patio in the warmer months.
In room dining: 24-hour room service, with a limited overnight menu beginning at 12 midnight, from Certo!
Meetings Facilities
In the spirit of DC’s many private social clubs, the meeting and event space boasts preppy-chic design, inspired by suave university club spaces in Georgetown, just blocks from the hotel.
Select from seven meeting and event spaces, plus corridor and pre-function areas, which offer over 10,000 square feet of sophisticated meeting space and can host 10 to 300 guests in executive or elegant style
Grand events take over the National Room and the nearly 2200-square-foot Phillips Ballroom
State-of-the-art audio/visual capabilities including wireless high-speed Internet
Distinctive catering from the beloved Certo!
Sonesta Travel Pass
Sonesta Travel Pass is our guest rewards program that gives you perks, points, privileges and exclusives on top of the warm, friendly service and little extras you'll find at any Sonesta — to make each stay even more rewarding.
National Museum of African American History + Culture
National Gallery of Art
The White House
Warner Theatre
Capital One Arena
Accessibility
We strive to make your stay as comfortable as possible and to accommodate the needs of our guests with disabilities. Please contact the hotel if you have any special requests relating to your disability.
