The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Smithsonian Institution

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Lobby
Outdoor wedding area
Exterior
Lobby
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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20 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC, 20001
  • Place, Smithsonian Institution
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Station Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Capital One Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 440 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible (Gallery View, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Jenkins Hill Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 760 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Deluxe)

  • 525 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, City View (Mobility Features)

  • 530 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Roll-in Shower (Jenkins Hill Suite, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 795 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (The Olmstead Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 690 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 440 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 545 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Gallery View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 405 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Roll-in Shower (Lady Freedom, 1 Bedroom, Mobility)

  • 685 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Deluxe)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 525 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 410 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, City View (Roll-In Shower)

  • 530 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 545 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Lady Freedom, 1 Bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 685 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Street View, Hearing/Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Street View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street View)

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

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About the neighborhood

Washington

City center retreat .At this Northwest hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Capital One Arena is within half a mile (1 km) and National Mall is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Smithsonian Institution - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Union Station Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • United States Capitol - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Washington Union Station - 5 min walk
  • Judiciary Square Station - 9 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoothie King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Quickway Japanese Hibachi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Love, Makoto - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Crepe Lena - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Article One - American Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

4.5-star luxury hotel near Smithsonian Institution
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 11000 square feet (1022 square meters) and includes a conference center. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 274 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 11000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1022 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2023
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill offers 274 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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

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 to 30 for adults, and USD 15 to 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30 per night

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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

Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Washington
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill to the airport?

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill is 6.3 mi (18-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 The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill on May 24, 2026 start from $202, including 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 The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 20 and 30 for adults, USD 15 and 25 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but MGM National Harbor Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 65 per night.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill have a pool?

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill to downtown Washington?

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill is 0.7 mi away from Washington.

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1110 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1378 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice bar...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline, RESTON

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN, FORT MYERS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes great Hotel and stay. Location perfect for my needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Earth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the hotel and will definitely stay there again when we're back in DC. The Beaver mascot is my favorite ✨
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, and facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Aijia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amity

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The gym is very nice. Everything was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

NUNO

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Curt, Clearwater

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron, Santa Barbara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous Staff. Clean room!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anick, Orlando

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and very comfortable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu-Shen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, $12 credit a day we could use in the restaurant, and staff was very kind and accommodating. This is our second time staying here and it feels like home away from our home. We love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideally located by Union Station. A beautifully appointed hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025