American Guest House

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian B&B near White House

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Exterior
Interior
Staircase
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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2005 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, DC, 20009
  • Place, White House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Washington Monument
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed (202)

  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (203)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (301)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (303)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed (204)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (302)

  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (401)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (403)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Washington

Northwest stay.Your stay at this Northwest B&B places you within 3 miles (5 km) of White House and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Washington Monument is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Smithsonian's National Zoo - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • White House - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Howard University - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Washington Monument - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Dupont Circle Station - 9 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 16 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sidecar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McClellan's Sports Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vegz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Her Diner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

American Guest House

3.5-star Victorian B&B near White House
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly American Guest House also features a library, coffee/tea in a common area, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3.5-star Washington bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1893
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
American Guest House offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

This property requires the credit card holder to complete and sign an authorization letter in advance when reserving multiple rooms or making a reservation on behalf of another guest. A 5% fee is incurred when the credit card used for the reservation is not presented at check-in.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at American Guest House.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is American Guest House to the airport?

American Guest House is 8 mi (21-min drive) away from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at American Guest House?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Guest House on Nov 1, 2025 start from $217.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does American Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at American Guest House.

Does American Guest House offer free breakfast?

American Guest House offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at American Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but MGM National Harbor Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at American Guest House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at American Guest House?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does American Guest House have a pool?

American Guest House does not have a pool.

Does American Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is American Guest House to downtown Washington?

American Guest House is 1.6 mi away from Washington.