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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Dupont Circle
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Located close to George Washington University, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle offers a cozy retreat with an inviting fireplace in the lobby and Italian cuisine at Certo! restaurant. Relax by the outdoor pool or work out at the 24-hour gym; multilingual staff are on hand to help you unwind.
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Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Parking available
- Free WiFi
- Connecting rooms available
Main amenities (12)
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant and bar/lounge
- Breakfast available
- 24-hour fitness center
- Valet parking
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- 11 meeting rooms
- Meeting rooms
- Terrace
- 24-hour front desk
- Computer station
- Lobby fireplace
Feel at home (6)
Feel at home (6)
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Private bathroom
- Premium TV channels
- Terrace
- Daily housekeeping
- Coffee/tea maker
$170 nightly
The total price is $197
$197 total
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Why we love this property
Italian dining delights
The hotel boasts an Italian restaurant with cooked-to-order breakfast and private dining options. Vegan and vegetarian menus satisfy all dietary preferences.
Poolside escape
The seasonal outdoor pool at this luxury hotel creates a perfect oasis. Pool loungers and umbrellas offer a shady spot to unwind.
Luxurious sleep sanctuary
Sinking into premium bedding with lavish Frette Italian sheets creates opulent slumber. Hypo-allergenic options and blackout drapes enhance the experience.
Room options
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Suite, 1 King Bed (Deluxe Suite King)
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 720 sq ft
- Sleeps 5
- 1 King Bed
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Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive)
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub CityView)
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Tub)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Executive Mobility Roll in Shower)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Executive Mobility/Hearing Shower)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Studio, 1 King Bed (Premier City View)
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Premier City View)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
11 reviews
(11 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Deluxe King)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
23 reviews
(23 reviews)
- 275 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed (Spa Junior Suite King)
- 530 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Deluxe Two Queens)
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
19 reviews
(19 reviews)
- 275 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Cityview)
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
14 reviews
(14 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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Studio, 1 King Bed (Executive Studio King)
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom Spa Suite King)
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- 720 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Tub One Bedroom)
- 720 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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Studio, 1 King Bed (Spa)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
- 570 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Executive Cityview)
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
25 reviews
(25 reviews)
- 520 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
29 reviews
(29 reviews)
- 265 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood
2121 P St Nw, Washington, DC, 20037
What's nearby
- Embassy Row - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Cosmos Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Dupont Circle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- George Washington University - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- White House - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive
- Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 32 min drive
- Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 37 min drive
- College Park, MD (CGS) - 43 min drive
- Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 43 min drive
- Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 46 min drive
- Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 63 min drive
- New Carrollton Station - 15 min drive
- Alexandria Station - 16 min drive
- Lanham Seabrook Station - 20 min drive
- Dupont Circle Station - 4 min walk
- Farragut North Station - 13 min walk
- Foggy Bottom Station - 15 min walk
Restaurants
- Balos Estiatorio - 6 min walk
- Compass Coffee - 2 min walk
- Krispy Kreme - 6 min walk
- Starbucks - 5 min walk
- The Admiral - 4 min walk
About this property
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
- The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of George Washington University and Dupont Circle. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Certo!, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Dupont Circle Station is 4 minutes and Farragut North Station is 13 minutes.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 335 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Pets
- Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 2 total)
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
- Pets must be supervised
- Food and water bowls available
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
- Onsite valet parking (USD 71.98 per night; includes in/out privileges)
- Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- Private dining
- Water dispenser
Traveling with children
- Outlet covers
- Fence around the pool
What to do
- Golfing nearby
Working away
- 11 meeting rooms
- Computer station
- Conference space (11000 square feet)
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning/laundry services
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Bicycle rentals
- Pool loungers
- Pool umbrellas
Facilities
- 1 building/tower
- Terrace
- Fireplace in lobby
- 24-hour fitness center
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Bicycle parking
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian dining options
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Water dispenser
Accessibility
- Elevator
- Elevator door width (inches): 36
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Closed captioned TV
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Ceiling hoist
Room amenities
Be entertained
- 55-inch TV
- Premium cable channels
- Pay movies
Home comfort
- Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Bathrobes and slippers
- Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
- Hypo-allergenic bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Premium bedding
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
Stay connected
- Desk
- Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
- Phone
- Desk chair
Food and drink
- Microwave (on request)
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Bulk dispenser for toiletries
- Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Special features
Dining
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.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
- Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
- Resort fee inclusions:
- Additional inclusions
- Business center/computer access
- Fitness center access
- In-room bottled water
- In-room coffee
- In-room safe
- Phone calls (may be limited)
- Pool access
Optional extras
- Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 15 for children
- Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
- Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from January 9 2026 to April 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
- Dining venue(s)
- Lobby
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Children & extra beds
- Rollaway beds are available for USD 25 per night
Parking
- Valet parking costs USD 71.98 per night with in/out privileges
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
- Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- The seasonal pool is open from May 01 to September 30
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Hotel Palomar
Hotel Palomar Washington DC
Hotel Washington DC
Palomar
Palomar Hotel
Palomar Hotel Washington DC
Palomar Washington DC
Palomar Washington DC Hotel
Washington DC Hotel Palomar
Washington DC Palomar Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 2 total. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 71.98 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle and nearby?
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle has a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle?
Yes, Certo! offers Italian cuisine.
What's the area around The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle like?
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle is in Northwest, a short 4-minute walk from Dupont Circle Station and 19 minutes' walk from Smithsonian Institution. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.
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Reviews
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
- The fitness center was well-equipped and spacious. (8 reviews)
- The property is very pet friendly, welcoming pets with no extra fees and providing treats and excellent service. (5 reviews)
- Breakfast options were consistently delicious and a highlight of the stay. (14 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
Mar 11, 2026
Good location
Nishith
Nishith, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2026
Clean room. Renovations are on going so that impacts the experience.
Rajat
Rajat, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2026
The hotel was under construction. The restaurant was overpriced for the offerings, and the location of the services kept changing each day.
Henry
Henry, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2026
Staff was amazing, love the vibe here !
kiara
kiara, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 19, 2026
Clean and very comfortable.well located. Great attentive staff.
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2026
The Staff was friendly and very helpful. Rooms were very spacious and well outfitted.
Clare
Clare, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2025
Amazing stay and close enough to main DC attractions!
Anastasia
Anastasia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Staff are great! Rooms are huge. I like the playful decor. Great location.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 22, 2026
The hotel was under construction and the elevators did not serve the lobby floor. There was no notice of any of this until arrival nor any price reduction.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 2, 2026
Staff
Lynda
Lynda, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 2, 2026
My room wasn’t available at 4:00. Rugs are not clean. Doorman was very nice. The rest of the staff was concerned about the March Madness basketball event.
DOROTHY
DOROTHY, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
The room was clean and the ataff friendly.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 26, 2026
Rooms smelled musty; hotel under construction; coffee is bad.
Les
Les, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 1, 2026
Staff barely acknowledge you at the desk (except for one person named Bruce, who was lovely)
Lauren
Lauren, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 12, 2026
Room was incredibly spacious, clean and faced the street with a nice wide window. Staff was very polite and accommodating.
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2025
Great room, very clean, excellent service, nice restaurant
Netty
Netty, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 19, 2026
Yes
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2026
Great place for myself and 15 year old granddaughter
Nancy
Nancy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
excellent hotel. I would definitely go back again
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Room was clean,staff very nice and helpful.
Mitra
Mitra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2025
Very friendly staff and large, clean rooms.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2026
The room smelt a bit damp. The water in the shower was not very hot. The sink drained slowly. The lobby is under construction and a temporary entrance is being used. The elevators can get busy and slow at peak times. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was very spacious and generally clean.
Timothy
Timothy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2025
The room is very clean, and the staff are all very courteous, friendly and helpful.
Hazel
Hazel, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 21, 2026
It was fine but we didn’t have hot water and couldn’t shower ahead of the event we were in town for
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip