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The Architect

2.5 star property
Hotel near White House in Washington

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A marble staircase with golden railings leading to an upper floor.
A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL" above the doors.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1025 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005
  • Place, K Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, White House
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner | Accessible bathroom

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Washington

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

What's nearby

  • K Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • CityCenterDC - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • White House - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National Mall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • McPherson Sq. Station - 5 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 14 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Park at 14th - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Statler Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Architect

Hotel near White House in Washington
As a guest of The Architect, you'll find multilingual staff, concierge services, and a television in a common area. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Architect also features an elevator and a microwave in a common area.

This Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
The Architect offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.25 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.25 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The Architect.

Property is also known as

Architect Hotel Washington
The Architect Hotel
The Architect Washington
The Architect Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Architect to the airport?

The Architect is 5.1 mi (17-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 Architect?

As of Jul 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Architect on Aug 3, 2026 start from $112, 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 Architect have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Architect.

Does The Architect offer free breakfast?

The Architect does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Architect?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but MGM National Harbor Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Architect?

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

Is there free parking at The Architect?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Architect have a pool?

The Architect does not have a pool.

Does The Architect have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Architect to downtown Washington?

The Architect is 0.6 mi away from Washington.

The Architect Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

aiting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shakera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent stay and good value compared to other hotels in high demand are of DC
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

judithanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean, remodled room, quiet, great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A refrigerator and coffee maker in the room would have been nice. Also, Fox News channel was not available in our room which seemed a bit strange. Other than that, everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
If you like the boutique hotel experience then you well enjoy your stay at The Architect, a historic hotel in a great centrally located downtown DC location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and value.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cute hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jacob

Disliked: Amenities
Room was small but clean, staff was friendly, parking overnight on weekends is difficult to find close to the property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
AC worked well and the room was cleaned well every day
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lobby staff was extremely helpful and accommodating, room was very clean, perfect location to walk to the monuments/White House/Smithsonian museums. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a 2 day stay, a short walk to some of the highlights in DC. Staff is very friendly always willing to help and answer your questions
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Dhanashree Satishkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Overall stay was good. But both the elevators were out of service for 6 hours straight
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Martin Patrick

This is good affordable hotel in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Daniel m

Liked: Staff & service
Great location! Places need some upgrades. Grate front desk help.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Laritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was cozy and clean. The shower head would spray water
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very cute! Everything about the hotel had a very comfortable, warm feeling. The staff was extremely attentive and caring. Had a wonderful short stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dusty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Capitol Hill and walkable to many parts of the city. Staff was kind and the room was consistently maintained by housekeeping. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026