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4.1 out of 5

"Artwork and friendly staff. " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 07 Jul 2023

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Hotel Description

Boutique hotel near Walter E. Washington Convention Center

City center stay

Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Washington D.C. hotel, you'll find Walter E. Washington Convention Center and White House. Smithsonian Institution and Capital One Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Renovated in 2020

This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the express check-out, laundry service, and valet parking. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and conveniences like a 24-hour front desk and concierge services.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Zena)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
CA $333* Per night/room 21 Apr. - 22 Apr.

Room, 1 King Bed, View (Zena Circle View)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, View (Zena Circle View)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Mobility/Hearing Accessible Zena Accessible Queen with ADA Tub

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Zena)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat ratings based on 8 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat

Everyone (3) Couples (2) Family (2)
2 out of 5
Very modern and eclectic furniture. Not really comfortable. Eating pricing exorbitant and service not really first rate.

Posted by on 13 Aug. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Aug. 2023 by General Manager

Hello Anthony,Feedback from our valued guests is appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to share yours, and while our unique and elective vibe was something to be enjoyed, we regret that the level of service and comfort you experienced was not top-notch. Rest assured, your next visit will show you our true dedication to hospitality, and if there is anything less than perfect in your room, please let us know so we can return you the comfortable stay you expect. Safe travels, and we would be delighted to have you as our guest again. Sincerely,Sherry AbediGeneral Manager

5 out of 5
Artwork and friendly staff.

Posted by on 7 Jul. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

9 Jul. 2023 by Bineyam Tesfaye

Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

5 out of 5

Posted by on 20 Jul. 2022

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5 out of 5
The staff at Hotel Zena was the best I’ve ever encountered at a hotel. They went above and beyond to help us and accommodate us throughout our stay. We love the women empowered theme throughout this hotel. My 9 year old son said we weren’t hip enough to stay at this hotel. It’s certainly progressive, and we will stay again and recommend to everyone traveling to DC.

Posted by on 22 Mar. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

24 Mar. 2022 by Hotel Zena Team

Hello Karen, We are thrilled to hear that you and your son enjoyed your time at Hotel Zena. We are proud to hear that a young man such as your son understands the importance of women's empowerment. We cannot wait to host you both in the future.

5 out of 5
Rooftop pool and bar are great just have to go to front desk every time you go to pool to be let in

Posted by on 9 Jul. 2021

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1 out of 5
The staff at front desk needs training in hospitality, we were 4 traveling together booked 2 rooms they gave us the rooms on different floors, my room was missing the in room coffee, the safe, the iron with the ironing board, I had to ask for all this items at the front desk also the water bottles were missing the pool was closed. Horrible experience

Posted by on 4 Jun. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

3 Aug. 2021 by Hotel Zena Staff Washington, DC

Thank you for sharing your experience. Due to COVID, we did limit high-touch items in our guest rooms that were available upon request. We do hope that you will give us another chance and hope to have you back again.

5 out of 5
People were so very friendly and helpful. While there wasn’t housekeeping due to Covid concerns, room needs were accommodated as needed. Great location, so close to everything.

Posted by on 18 Apr. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

19 Apr. 2021 by Zena Team.

Hello Anonymous, Thank you for being our guest at the Hotel Zena. We are delighted to hear that you were able to take advantage of our close proximity to the National mall and awesome restaurants. We are also looking forward to being able to provide full housekeeping services to our guests in the future. We can't wait to have you back soon.

5 out of 5
Por que no incluyen el desayuno gratis??

Posted by on 29 Nov. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Nov. 2023 by Sherry Abedi, General Manager

We LOVE to see how much you loved your recent Hotel Zena experience! Please be sure to come visit us again on your next trip to the city. We look forward to welcoming you back.

About the Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat

Location 1155 14th St Nw, Washington, DC 20005

Property Features

Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat 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. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Event space at this hotel measures 4360 square feet (405 square meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat was completed in October 2020. This Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 191 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • 4360 sq ft of conference space
  • 405 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1972
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Long-term parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Washington Union Station (2.8 km / 1.7 mi)
  • Metro station: McPherson Sq. Station (0.5 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking and extended parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat offers 191 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and smart speakers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • IPod dock
  • Smart speaker
  • Smart television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Espresso maker
  • Coffee maker
  • Frette Italian linens
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down blanket
  • Pillow options
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat has a restaurant on site.

Figleaf Bar & Lounge - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and cash.

For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Property is not currently implementing any enhanced cleaning measures
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 125 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 34.79 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Additional inclusions
  • Bicycle storage
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • 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 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 56 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 56 per night
  • Early check-in fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)

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

Hotel Names

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  • Donovan House Hotel
  • Donovan House Hotel Washington
  • Donovan House Washington
  • Donovan Hotel Washington
  • Donovan Hotel
  • Donovan Washington

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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