Washington

The Dupont Circle Hotel

Rialto Score 8.5+

A Preferred hotel. Rialto is a Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner agency and can provide VIP access and offers.

Dupont Circle Hotel is perched right in the middle of D.C.’s buzzing downtown corridor. But that’s not the only reason to love it. The recently renovated hotel features two restaurants, The Pembroke and Doyle, with mid-century sophistication and ice-cold martini vibes, elegant rooms boasting pops of color and plush robes, and dedicated meeting spaces spanning 10,000 square feet. Want a presidential experience? Book the penthouse suite with its expansive terrace, fire pit, and views of the Washington Monument.

1500 New Hampshire Avenue NW, 20036 Washington, DC, United States
The Dupont Circle Hotel

About The Dupont Circle Hotel

Insider tip

Take in a slice of the city just a stone’s throw from the hotel, from preppy boutiques to world-renowned museums like the Smithsonian.

In the hotel’s own words

Newly renovated from top to bottom, elevate your experience in the nation’s capital at the sleek Dupont Circle Hotel, where modern design provides a chic backdrop to the city's most exciting neighborhood. Located across the street from the Dupont Circle metro station boasting beautiful views of the park, the property is set alongside the stunning golden age architecture of nearby embassies and residential buildings. The stellar location provides ease of access to the National Mall and no more than a 10-minute stroll from all of DC’s major business districts, plus enticing neighborhoods like The Wharf and Georgetown. The finest example of Irish hospitality in one of the most vibrant quarters of Washington, DC, the hotel comprises 327 brand new rooms and suites, complemented by Doyle Bar, a nod to the mid-century cocktail culture of yesteryear, and Pembroke, one of the city’s most exciting new restaurants, both with sweeping outdoor terraces. The Penthouse Level, a private suite floor, adds an elevated tier of luxury, which brings exclusivity to every stay, with 15 individually designed suites, most with private outdoor balconies and terraces. Imagine a gathering in the middle of the world’s most powerful city, where the latest communications technology meets superlative service. With six dedicated spaces, flexible across 10,000 square feet, bathed in natural light and with views overlooking the Dupont Circle neighborhood, you can create the perfect custom event.

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Guests may now enjoy The Pembroke, Washington DC’s newest dining sensation a glamorous restaurant with bar and with outdoor terraces, described by renowned Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema as ‘cut from a different cloth’.

Across the way and harkening back to the era of crisply tailored suits, ice-cold martinis and mid-century glamour is Doyle – a popular hub among cosmopolitan locals. Offering panoramic views of Dupont Circle, the bar pays homage to the cocktail culture of the 1950s and 60s and boasts an impressive collection of Irish whiskeys.

Then there’s Doyle & Co – a coffee bar serving takeaway drinks and light snacks.

Spacious guest rooms epitomize contemporary chic while the Penthouse Level - an exclusive floor made up of 12 terrace suites including the spectacular new two-bedroom Grand Penthouse Suite, brings luxury to a whole new level in the city.

*The Grand Penthouse Suite with views panoramic views stretching as far as The Washington Monument, is one of the city’s largest and features a warm and elegantly decorated lounge and dining space along with a generous and beautifully appointed heated garden terrace.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner benefits, included

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner is Preferred Hotels & Resorts' invitation-only VIP program, open to a small group of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include the amenities below. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns I Prefer points and elite-night credit, and I Prefer elite status benefits apply.

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability
  • Welcome amenity
  • I Prefer points, elite nights and status benefits, as this is a direct hotel booking

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Rooms and suites

7 room types.
Rooms
Size
Bed options
1Deluxe Double, City View
A city-view room with two double beds, a work desk, Nespresso machine, and smart TV.
323 ft²
2 Doubles
2Deluxe King, City View
A city-view room with a king bed, work desk, Nespresso machine, and smart TV.
323 ft²
1 King
3Executive Room, City View
Members only
1 King
4Junior Suite, City View
A city-view junior suite with a king bed, work desk, Nespresso machine, and smart TV.
Members only
1 King
5Signature Room, City View
A city-view room with floor-to-ceiling windows, a lounge area, king bed, and Nespresso machine.
Members only
1 King
Suites
Size
Bed options
6Signature Terrace Suite, City View
A city-view suite with a private terrace, separate living area, king bed, and Nespresso machine.
Members only
1 King
7Signature Parkview Suite, Park View
A park-view suite with a separate living room, dining room, and king bed.
Members only
1 King

Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two plus the $100 hotel credit come with every stay at this hotel - adding $100-200/day in value. A room upgrade could also be worth a substantial amount, in addition to early check-in / late check-out benefits when available.

Do I earn I Prefer points and keep my elite benefits? Is this considered a direct booking or a third-party booking?

Yes. The booking is a direct reservation with the hotel, so it earns I Prefer points and elite-night credit, and I Prefer elite status benefits apply.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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