The famed capital city of the United States, Washington D.C. needs little introduction. Purposebuilt to be the nation’s capital in the late 18th century, the city remains at the convergence of history, culture, politics and power. Visitors have long been drawn to Washington’s iconic landmarks, the Lincoln Memorial, the U.S. Capitol, and the White House included, as well as to the marvellous Smithsonian Museums. The National Mall follows the heart of the city, connecting many of the monuments and memorials which recount the story of the United States. Beyond its politics, D.C. also boasts vibrant neighbourhoods, diverse cuisine and a burgeoning arts scene, as well as a plethora of top-notch boutique hotels to house the curious traveller.
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203 rooms Begin your explorations on the National Mall, which stretches from the Lincoln Memorial to Capitol Hill. Visitors of all ages will be fascinated by the Smithsonian Institution’s many free, world-class museums, including the National Museum of Natural History and the National Air and Space Museum. Creatives should head straight to the National Gallery of Art, the breathtaking Library of Congress, or take superb street mural tours. No trip is complete without seeing the White House. The Washington Monument and the sobering Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial are also not to be missed.
Foodies will delight in savouring big brunches in the Eastern Market neighbourhood, or sampling everything from upscale American fare to authentic Ethiopian eateries around Penn Quarter and 14th Street. Chinatown is another culinary hotspot. Bars and brasseries abound amidst the chic galleries and boutiques of Dupont Circle and the red-brick mansions of Georgetown, too.
More active types will love zipping along the cycling and hiking trails which criss-cross Rock Creek Park and follow the Potomac River. If you’re travelling in the spring, the cherry blossom at Tidal Basin is glorious. Just across the Potomac, Arlington, where you'll find the Pentagon and the Arlington National Cemetery, is another iconic area to discover.
Brimming with things to see and do, Washington D.C. is an appealingly navigable city.
There’s no shortage of excellent hotels in Washington D.C. Some are part of well-respected hotel groups, whilst others are long-standing independent favourites with terrific reputations and knowledgeable teams of their own. Many are housed in impressive heritage buildings, fusing period character with contemporary comforts and often offering wonderful bars and restaurants.
Neighbourhoods like Georgetown and Dupont Circle are studded with attractive boutique hotels, many of which have buzzy bars and brasseries, as well as wellness centres for those looking to unwind after a busy day out in the city.
Business travellers will find themselves well catered for too. Washington has long been a site of celebration, and many of the city’s most illustrious hotels boast beautiful event spaces for private hire.
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