The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Smithsonian Institution

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Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Meeting facility
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
In the heart of Capitol Hill, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC offers a luxurious retreat with dry cleaning services, a bar, and 24-hour gym. Explore nearby Union Station Shopping Center and Capital One Arena or unwind at the restaurant where guests rave about the dining options.

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is £176
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May

Room options

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Showing 21 of 21 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Gallery View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Roll-in Shower (Lady Freedom, 1 Bedroom, Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 43.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
20 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC, 20001

What's nearby

  • Smithsonian Institution - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Capital One Arena - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • National Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 33 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 37 min drive
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 37 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 50 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 54 min drive
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 57 min drive
  • Washington Union Station - 5 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 12 min drive
  • Alexandria Station - 21 min drive
  • Judiciary Square Station - 9 min walk
  • Dirksen Station - 11 min walk
  • Hart Station - 12 min walk

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

You'll be in a fantastic location at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill, only a five-minute walk from Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Capital One Arena and National Mall. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and restaurant. Public transportation is only a short walk: Judiciary Square Station is 9 minutes and Dirksen Station is 11 minutes.

Languages

French, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 274 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • On-site valet parking (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Art supplies

Working away

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (11000 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2023
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Bike parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 106
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 101
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 65-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Children's dressing gowns and children's slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free long-distance and local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 37.10 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness centre access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 25 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 65 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

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

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 65 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill and nearby?

Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.

Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill like?

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill is in Northwest, a short 9-minute walk from Judiciary Square Station and 4 minutes' walk from Smithsonian Institution. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Restaurant
Location
Food
Breakfast
Bed
Bar
French restaurant
Spacious room

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered great options with friendly and welcoming staff. (20 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property restaurant was consistently delicious and a highlight of the stay. (10 reviews)
  • The gym had a variety of equipment including Peloton bikes, treadmills, and free weights. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay

We enjoyed our stay here and we really had a relaxing stay here. Room was very well maintained and kept clean. Staff was very friendly and professional.
Lavanya, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel and location.

It was amazing
ADEKEYE, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommend!

We had an amazing stay! The staff was so friendly and attentive, the food was delicious and the amenities were perfect - nice linens and toiletries too!!
Anne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

The rooms we're very clean ,beds were comfortable as well as the bathroom .
Ervine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

at home

service was incredible. i was really impressed with how the staff was so accommodating and made us feel at home.
Jose, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location and close to sights.
Charles, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Staff from arrival at valet, front desk and cleaning staff are all friendly and helpful. What more can you ask for?
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and amazing place to stay in
Angel, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice stay
atif, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love staying at this hotel very clean and spacious
Mirta, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quick Stay

Came in for a quick weekend trip. Room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Staff was helpful. Location was good, not far from sites. Walking distance from the train station and a short trip car ride from DCA. We had breakfast at the restaurant and food was pretty good. Doors at night are secured.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will stay at The Royal Sonesta any time we visit Washington DC. Clean, friendly, close to the train station. Wonderful hotel. Just wonderful!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love this hotel
Cherte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beat expectations

Staff was friendly and attentive - scoured the room for something I left behind and had it waiting for me at the front desk. Room was clean and large. Creature comforts of a 4+ star hotel. Great stay!
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel, great front desk crew.
Margrit, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

excellent hotel, rooms extremely comfortable and clean, great location as well
juan carlos, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Grad trip to DC

The hotel staff and accommodations were fantastic. There was one issue with the room and they were helpful and polite and it was rectified. We had a couple special requests and they were at took care of them. The room size was good for our needs would recommend this Without reservation.
Jonathan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient location, friendly staff
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

From we checked in until checked out was excellent the hotel is beautiful
Yolanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will book here again!

This was a great location and my family loved staying here. The staff was very helpful and very nice and accommodating.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

lovely stay
Dylan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming

We had a great time. The front desk staff was kind and let out kids select room key cards, which they loved. The hotel was very clean, the lobby, elevators, our room too. I noticed housekeeping out different times of day. They did a great job of keeping everything clean. The doorman held the doors, everyone smiled and it was very welcoming.
Heather, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great.
Patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was beautiful and conveniently located for what we were doing in the city. The staff were all pleasant and the room was spacious, CLEAN and comfortable.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable hotel, rooms are spacious, restaurant is great, staff is very friendly and responsive.
JoAnn, 3-night trip