Doubletree Hotel, Washington D.C
Information & Amenities
Hotel Information: A vibrantly decorated, open lobby area leads to a traditional sitting room with a crystal chandelier. The hotel's sophisticated bar lies beyond. During nice weather, guests relax on an outdoor terrace.
Amenity highlights: Meeting rooms welcome in a good dose of natural light and feature networking infrastructure and video conferencing. When meetings are over, guests may retire to the lobby bar, where 25 kinds of bourbon are on tap in addition to the usual cocktail menu.
Property Amenities
This stylish, downtown Washington hotel is four blocks from Dupont Circle and one mile from both the White House and the Washington Convention Center.
In good weather, Doubletree Hotel's courtyard is the perfect spot to take a break from meetings or catch up on a good book. A complimentary shuttle operates within a five-block radius. Wireless Internet access is complimentary in the lobby. Guests receive complimentary cookies at check-in.
The Doubletree's 24-hour fitness center offers treadmills, stationary bikes, free weights, and Pilates balls. A business center (surcharge) provides Internet access, printing, faxing, and copying services.
- 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Number of floors: 8
- ATM/banking
- Audio-visual equipment
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Business center
- Business services
- Concierge desk
- Dry cleaning service
- Elevator/lift
- Conference room(s)
- Fitness equipment
- Internet access in public areas - complimentary
- Internet access - wireless
- Meeting rooms (small groups)
- Number of rooms: 220
- Parking (surcharge)
- Parking (valet)
- Patio
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
- Room service (limited hours)
- Use of nearby fitness center (complimentary)
Room Descriptions
Doubletree Hotel in Washington, DC offers contemporary guestrooms with periwinkle- and stainless-steel accents, walnut- and maple-toned furnishings, and modern artwork. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge.
Other conveniences include safes that accommodate laptops, desks with ergonomic chairs, and MP3-compatible clock radios.
Marble-and-granite bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations and curved shower rods. TVs can be tucked away from view in armoires.
Room Features
- Television
- Air conditioning
- Telephone
- Internet access - wireless
- Premium TV channel(s)
- Cable/satellite TV
- In-room safe
- Pay movies
- Climate control
- Complimentary newspaper (M-F)
- Voice mail
- Multi-line phone
- Direct-dial phone
- Internet access - surcharge
- Coffee/tea maker
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Sewing kit
- Shower/tub combination
- Iron/ironing board
- Clock radio
- Desk
- Rollaway beds (surcharge)
- Cribs (infant beds) available
Area Attractions
Dupont Circle - 4 blocks
K Street - 4 blocks
The White House - 1 mile
Washington Convention Center - 1 mile
Smithsonian museums - 1.5 miles
Verizon Center - 1.5 miles
Georgetown University Law School - 2 miles
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - 2 miles
Watergate Complex - 2 miles
Washington Monument - 2 miles
Vietnam Veterans Memorial - 2 miles
Lincoln Memorial - 2 miles
Korean War Memorial - 2 miles
U.S. Capitol - 2.5 miles
L'Enfant Plaza - 2.5 miles
Arlington National Cemetery - 5 miles
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA): Approximate driving time to the Doubletree Hotel is 15 minutes and distance is 5 miles.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): Approximate driving time to the Doubletree Hotel is 45 minutes and distance is 27 miles.
Baltimore–Washington International Airport (BWI): Approximate driving time to the Doubletree Hotel is 60 minutes and distance is 35 miles.
Getting there from Reagan National: Taxis and shuttles are available for $10–$15. Town Car service is another option for $26–$35. Metrorail service is also available for less than $5; take the Yellow Line to Gallery Place, transfer to the Red Line, and exit at Dupont Circle. From there, walk 4 blocks east to the hotel.
Getting there from Dulles: Shuttle service costs $16–$25. Taxi service and Town Car service each cost more than $36.
Getting there from Baltimore: Shuttle service costs $26–$35. Another choice (available weekdays only) is to take a MARC train and then Metrorail. Take the Penn Line to Union Station. From there, take the Red Line to Dupont Circle and walk 4 blocks east to the hotel. The combined cost for both trains is $5–$15. Taxi service and Town Car service each cost more than $36.
Getting around: In downtown Washington, most people choose to walk, take taxis, or use the Metro system, as driving and parking can be difficult. A Metrorail station is 4 blocks east at Dupont Circle. A single ride costs less than $5, while 1-day or multi-day passes range in price.
All fees subject to change without notice.
Activities
The hotel’s fitness center is equipped with treadmills, stationary bikes, free weights, and Pilates balls.
The hotel provides complimentary access to the YMCA across the street for its guests. Approximately one mile away, the National Mall offers ice skating in winter and year-round jogging and walking opportunities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Ice skating nearby
- Running track/path nearby
Restaurants & Bars
15 ria - Fresh, local products prepared in a straightforward and accessible fashion. Comfort foods with creative side dishes. Terrace seating available during warm weather.
Sample menu for 15 riaSample menu for 15 ria
Appetizers:
- Popcorn Shrimp
- Calamari with Cayenne Remoulade
- Barbecue Beef Skewers with a Bourbon Molasses Dip
Main courses: - Butternut Squash Risotto with Candied Pecans, Blue Cheese, Cremini Mushrooms
- Grilled Organic Chicken with Mushroom Risotto, Buttered Asparagus
- Filet of Beef with Horseradish Mashed Potatoes, Asparagus, Shallot Merlot Reduction Sauce
Drinks: - Infused Autumn Bourbon (Woodford Reserve Bourbon Infused with Pears, Vanilla Beans, Cinnamon)
- Blueberry Smash (Bacardi Limon, Fresh Mint, Blueberries over ice)
- Cherry Sidecar Tini (Courvoisier, Triple Sec, Fresh Lemon, Lime, Orange Juice)
15 ria Bar and Lounge - Contemporary and classic cocktails. Large selection of bourbon (25 kinds on tap) and vodkas, as well as New World wines and microbrews. Terrace seating available during warm weather.
Room service is available during limited hours.
Location
1515 Rhode Island Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20005
USA
Nearest major airport:
Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan National)
Area:
Downtown, Washington D.C., United States of America
Important Information
Extra-person charges apply.
Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
