The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

4.5 star property
VIP Access

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Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)
Exterior
Lobby
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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2121 P St Nw, Washington, DC, 20037
  • Place, George Washington University
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, White House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Smithsonian's National Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪9 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Suite King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Presidential Suite)

  • 104 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Junior Suite King)

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Cityview)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Studio King)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed (Spa)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Cityview)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, valet parking, a seasonal outdoor pool, and conference space are onsite.
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle offers 335 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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.

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Embassy Row. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy Italian cuisine while dining at Certo!
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a porter, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym and bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the location
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Dupont Circle and a 2-minute drive from George Washington University
  • Cats and dogs welcome for free (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 11000 square feet (1022 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Certo! - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 71.98 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 25 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
  • Lift (91 centimetre 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre 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

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

Entertainment

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

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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 71.98 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 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 01 and close September 30.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 817 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1345 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

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Stay-cation destination

Great people working the desk and front. Fantastic hospitality and a fun time all around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ovionce
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pretty perfect stay. First of all, their pet policies are outstanding. We had a medium-sized pitbull, and not only do they not charge for pets, but they're our treats in the lobby and we felt very welcomed. The staff was also incredible, and helped whenever we needed it. We were able to get a late checkout without any charges, and when there was a fire alarm during our stay, they made sure that guests were kept updated. Finally, the room was huge compared to most other downtown DC hotel rooms. The tub was spacious and wonderful for a relaxing soak, and the beds were comfortable. We will absolutely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas A

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alice

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The light in the room flickered the entire time everytime you used it. There weren’t any main lights in the room only lamps which made it very dim. Other than that the room was nice. You get robbed on a destination charge & parking on top of the hotel price. It was close to $800 for 3 nights and an additional $375 for everything else. Then tips on the valet as well. I would have rather the holiday inn inside of DC
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Bell and restaurant staff were exceptional. Front desk service with the exception of two people were a marked declie from my previous stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Annastacia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious however bed was not comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Annika

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tewodros

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Morgan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is much older than it looks in pictures, elevators were out of order most of the weekend sometimes with only one was working (took forever), one night a massive leak sprung in our bathroom ceiling around 3 am and poured water down for a couple hours which kept us up and soaked everything in and around the bathroom (and no concierge was there to help so had to deal with it ourselves), then the hotel would only refund me $50. Breakfast service was incredibly slow. For how expensive the hotel is, it is dingy and critically understaffed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rod

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for exploring DC
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Diamond

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property is ok. King size room have queen size beds in them. Have caution when parking in their garage they’ll be no sense of urgency or care if damage/theft was done to your vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean A

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice location, staff and room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mai Anh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025