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Hotel Zena Washington DC

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel near Walter E. Washington Convention Center

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Studio, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

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1155 14th St Nw, Washington, DC, 20005
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • White House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • National Mall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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GIA Suite | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

GIA Suite

  • 1230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Room, 2 Double Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility/Hearing Accessible)

  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View) | 1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 650 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility/Hearing Accessible)

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City view

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View (Zena)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Zena)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Studio, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 575 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed (Zena)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility/Hearing)

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Zena)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Washington

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Washington D.C. hotel, you'll find Walter E. Washington Convention Center and White House. Smithsonian Institution and National Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • White House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • National Mall - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • McPherson Sq. Station - 5 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 14 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soho Cafe & Market - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Compass Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Arepa Zone - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Via Sophia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Green Lantern - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zena Washington DC

Boutique hotel near Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Hotel Zena Washington DC offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

Event space at this hotel measures 4360 square feet (405 square meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Hotel Zena Washington DC. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Hotel Zena Washington DC was completed in October 2020.

This Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 191 guestrooms or units
  • 14 levels
  • 4360 sq ft of conference space
  • 405 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1972
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Zena Washington DC offers 191 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay movies, and smart speakers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured, covered extended parking on site (USD 59 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 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.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies
  • Smart speaker
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 125
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 125
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 8 to May 27:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 125 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

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 20.00 for adults and USD 20.00 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 59 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 59 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 125 (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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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 cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Zena Washington DC to the airport?

Hotel Zena Washington DC is 5.2 mi (19-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 Hotel Zena Washington DC?

As of Jul 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Zena Washington DC on Aug 4, 2025 start from $142.0, 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 Hotel Zena Washington DC have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Zena Washington DC.

Does Hotel Zena Washington DC offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Zena Washington DC, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 20.00 for adults and USD 20.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Zena Washington DC?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but MGM National Harbor Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zena Washington DC?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 125 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Hotel Zena Washington DC?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 59 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 59 per night.

Does Hotel Zena Washington DC have a pool?

Hotel Zena Washington DC features a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 8 to May 27.

Does Hotel Zena Washington DC have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Zena Washington DC have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Zena Washington DC to downtown Washington?

Hotel Zena Washington DC is 0.5 mi away from Washington.

Hotel Zena Washington DC Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 820 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1198 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel!! Fun vibe and very nice overall. The king suite with a door to separate the two areas was a great option for our family. Plenty of space and very comfortable. I appreciate the hard floors in the suite (no gross carpet). The staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The food at both restaurants was outstanding. My only complaint was that the bathroom lacked counter space and hooks for towels. We made it work for four nights. Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The female centric theme was appealing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Beantown peeps lovin Dc

Excellent staff that was very attentive. Love noon check out. Room service was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josef, Cortlandt Manor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great valet parking, great staff, friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

8/10 Good

Julian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with group
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, New York

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

8/10 Good

Daniel, Roosevelt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was courteous and professional. The room service was timely and the food was great. The room we stayed at was clean and comfortable except for the bed, my wife and I found it to be uncomfortable. The refrigerator needs to be updated because it didn’t get very cold.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Thamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Extremely busy and no ability to check in early or check out late.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Walter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Avaliação

O apartamento é pequeno para acomodar mais de 2 pessoas. Os preços praticados no hotel são altos, inclusive o do estacionamento, em que somos obrigado a pagar pelo espaço e pelo manobrista, o que aumenta muito o custo.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lijun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lijun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

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

Great choice across the board!

Great location, great room, staff was very nice. Had a problem with our AC and the hotel returned our resort fee without even asking, great service. Will be our go-to when visiting DC
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather, Ridgewood

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unfortunately, the first issue was a toilet that didn't flush properly. After 24 hours, this became a bit of a biosecurity issue. I asked why we hadn't gotten cleaning service, and could someone take a look at the toilet. When we got back from the day's festivities, the toilet was fixed (albeit very slow and hard to push), but the toilet itself was still disgusting. The room had not been serviced. The next day, the room was serviced but there were no towels. When I asked at 9 pm to get towels, I was shocked to come back to the room and find over 20 towels. The pile of clean towels was so high and took up so much room in the bathroom that we had no room to place our clothes. I wasn't angry but it was definitely weird, and I also felt guilty because now they all had to be washed again. Finally, there was hair behind the bathroom sink and lots of cracked grout in the bathroom. The room was beautifully designed, it just felt like it hadn't gotten any love and respect in ages. The shower water scalds you randomly like an old house. The handles on the sink go in the opposite direction. We also ordered the chocolate covered strawberry extra to the room upon arrival, and it was good, but covered in mold within 2 days and housekeeping left it still sitting there. I told the manager about the toilet and sent a pic of the strange towel delivery, expecting a response and perhaps a removal of my $35/day room "processing fee" but alas, no response.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful day at this property. A well appointed boutique hotel. All staff was extremely attentive to our needs, especially Ezekiel at the front desk. He went above and beyond my expectations. I would definitely recommend this hotel to those seeking a memorablestay in DC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jelena

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place, amazing design and art all over, spacious rooms, great location, plenty of restaurants close by, staff is very nice and helpful. My room was pristine!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Beth

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
$70 nightly parking fee, $35 a day amenity fee even if you checked in late you are charged by the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle, College park

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Adeana

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was not as accomodating as expected being that it was a black women owned establishment. Within the first night there was a lot of maintenance issues that occurred. Door handle to bathroom became unhinged. Water from shower leaked into the bedroom. Instead of moving our room maintenance came and sealed the area leaking. When I spoke to the front desk staff about the issue they only waived one night of amenities fees (~ $40). Overall I was disappointed with my experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anna, Ivyland

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

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