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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Smithsonian Institution

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Experience the sleek, modern entrance of The Royal Sonesta hotel, featuring a prominent entrance and large windows.
Relax in the spacious lobby with sofas, armchairs, and a central coffee table, surrounded by large windows offering a city view.
Enjoy a city view from the large window in this stylish room, featuring a sofa, armchair, and dining table.
Enjoy the expansive views of the surrounding landscape from the large windows in this stylish venue.
Enjoy expansive city views from the large windows and skylight in this stylish room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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20 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC, 20001
  • Smithsonian Institution
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Union Station Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • National Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Gallery View)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable desk area.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Gallery View)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, seating area, and city view.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable desk area.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (The Olmstead Suite)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, sofa, and armchairs, perfect for unwinding and working.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, seating area, and desk, offering a city view.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Two single beds with matching headboards and a seating area with a sofa and small table.

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

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Deluxe)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, a round table, and a window offering a view of a nearby building.

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

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Jenkins Hill Suite)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, seating area, and desk, offering a city view.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Lady Freedom, 1 Bedroom)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, wall-mounted TV, and a door leading to a balcony with city views.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Two large beds with matching headboards, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with a sofa and chair.

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, seating area, and city view.

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

  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, a round table, and a window offering a view of a nearby building.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Deluxe)

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, each adorned with a unique pillow, are set against a backdrop of framed artwork and minimalist lighting.

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

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

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, wall-mounted TV, and a door leading to a balcony with city views.

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

  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

Two large beds with matching headboards, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with a sofa and chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable desk area.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Two single beds with matching headboards and a seating area with a sofa and small table.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable desk area.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, each adorned with a unique pillow, are set against a backdrop of framed artwork and minimalist lighting.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Two single beds with matching headboards and a central table with a glass top, surrounded by framed artwork.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Washington

City center retreat .At this Northwest hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Capital One Arena is within half a mile (1 km) and National Mall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Capital One Arena - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • United States Capitol - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

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
  • ‪Union Station Food Court - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

4.5-star luxury hotel near Smithsonian Institution
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 11000 square feet (1022 square meters) and includes a conference center. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 274 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 11000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1022 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2023
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • High chair

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

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

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

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following 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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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).

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
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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 848 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1037 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1037 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

RACHEL, HATTIESBURG

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this hotel!!!! Everything an out it! We picked a winner and WILL be staying here again! Clean. Airy. Friendly people at front desk. Very accommodating. Friendly valet people. Room was very pretty! Comfy, clean, quiet. Perfect! Many things within walking distance. Restaurant in hotel, Du Jour, had great ambience and food. Other great restaurants very nearby and walking distance. No complaints whatsoever. Just a great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was pleasant, helpful, and courteous. The rooms were unusually large and clean. Even the coffee maker made great espresso! The restaurant was excellent and attracted patrons from outside the hotel… Always a good sign.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose E.

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great service, location and room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt there were always staff to assist you. All the staff went out there way to be helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

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

Royal Sonesta in DC

Beautiful hotel with new feel to it. only stayed one night but the room had a nice unique and pleasant decor. The TV is huge ( kudos), The room has a very nice coffee service with liquid creamers ( kudos again). My critical needs are comfortable bed, plenry of hot water with good water pressure and a responsive/ effective temperature control. Royal Sonesta meets all three ! mini fridge and safe are also present. No microwave however . nice desk area with chair plus an additional chair for seating with a small table are great touches The bathroom is gorgeous with nice lighting and a very nice lighted make up mirror. Large shower with combo rain shower head and handheld wand. I wish all hotels had this. They even had a bathrobe in the bathroom closet where the iron and ironing board were stored. Yet there was a separate wardrobe. This provides 2 closet spaces. Good job there Sonesta. 2 bottles of Evian.water are available and will set you back $7 each.BUT there are 2 complimentary bottles of water that can be used for the coffee maker or to use as you please. Applause again Sonesta! I did knowingly choose a gallery view room to save money. There is a window but it looks out to what appears to be a large conference space. The lower part is frosted i imagine for privacy. no view was no problem for me to save money. $65 valet parking is my main negative ( a bit higher than most ridiculously high.dc hotel parking charges. I think no free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azadeh

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Najja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying at any Royal Sonesta and I was thoroughly pleased with this location! From the moment I arrived the staff was friendly and accommodating - and the room was spacious, clean and super cute.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanique

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aretha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Staff was very nice. Room was very clean and spacious. The lobby is gorgeous. Valet parking is $65 that's a little extreme and the $12/day food expense basically covers nothing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos R

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was extremely clean and smelled great. The French restaurant was an added bonus. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

Weekend stay

As usual the stay was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful also the restaurant was top class.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful accommodations and staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Large rooms and very well located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

La-Tonia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey, East Peoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an incredible hotel! Nice, big room, stylish decor, friendly staff, clean, and great location. I loved the shampoo, conditioner, and soaps as well. My only complaint was that the water pressure in the shower was very weak. Otherwise, a perfect hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is clean but the added charges are exhausting… they said free parking but I got charged another type of parking fee…
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Francesca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here overnight and enjoyed our visit. The hotel is modern, clean, aesthetically pleasing, and the rooms were spacious. Valet parking was overpriced and there are limited food options within the hotel but I would recommend this hotel to anyone who is visiting for a short time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good value. Property feels new, modern. Bed is very comfortable and I didn’t hear any noise from outside or inside. The staff was helpful and attentive. Walking dis
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish it was a little closer to the monuments and restaurants. Overall it was a very good value dieing our stay. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025