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The Jefferson, Washington, DC

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Distinguished, sophisticated, and discreet, The Jefferson has an established reputation as Washington, D.C.'s most discerning hotel. Named the top hotel in D.C. for three years in a row by Travel + Leisure magazine, the hotel sits just blocks from many of the historic Washington landmarks. This 99-room luxury boutique hotel exemplifies all that its namesake, Thomas Jefferson, held dear, including elegantly appointed suites, the most modern amenities, fine dining, and, of course, exceptional personalized service.

1200 16th Street NW, ., 20036 Washington, DC, United States
The Jefferson, Washington, DC

About The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Insider tip

Upon entering The Greenhouse from the lobby, look up – the spectacular 1920s skylight was covered for decades until the 2009 refurbishments.

In the hotel’s own words

Enjoying a well-earned reputation as Washington, D.C.’s best boutique hotel, The Jefferson has presided over the corner of 16th and M Streets since 1923, when the Beaux Arts gem opened as an apartment complex and later as a hotel for the world’s elite travelers and DC’s most important visitors.

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Rich in historical details, this downtown Washington, D.C. hotel (four blocks from the White House) is both European and Washingtonian in style. Tributes to its namesake Thomas Jefferson and his beloved Monticello are found throughout. Areas of discovery unfold at every turn; private nooks, original Jefferson-signed documents, a Book Room filled with leather-bound volumes on Jefferson’s favorite subjects and signed editions by contemporary authors who have been among the hotel's distinguished guests.

Every member of the staff is dedicated to ensuring that each guest's stay is most enjoyable. The moment they arrive, guests are ushered to a comfortable chair for check-in. Individual needs are accommodated as when staying with a close friend at a private residence.

We hope you will join the new generation of “Jeffersonians” among our guests who make our hotel their home in downtown Washington, D.C.

Rooms & Suites

The elegant ambience of The Jefferson’s hotel rooms and suites evokes the hotel namesake’s cherished years in Paris as well as his time at Monticello. Extraordinary attention to detail conveys the sense that one is staying in a private residence. Here, you might find a book on Monticello on your side table, or perhaps a vintage copy of Goode’s Best Addresses.

Dining & Lounge

The Jefferson is one of Washington’s must-visit dining destinations. Quill, the hotel’s creative cocktail bar and lounge, offers classic grill and lighter fare. For breakfast, lunch, brunch and afternoon tea, enjoy The Greenhouse, where seasonal menus are inspired by the harvest from Jefferson’s kitchen gardens at Monticello.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

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Virtuoso is an invitation-only network of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include this hotel's own Virtuoso amenities below.

  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • $100 hotel credit per stay
  • Bookings in our Executive or higher Suite categories will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability

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Rooms and suites

2 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
1Premier King
This hotel room offers a skyline or city view and features one King bed. The Italian marble bathroom features a large walk-in shower, a lighted, magnified makeup mirror and some offer a bathroom window.
2Deluxe King
C. It features one King bed and an Italian marble bathroom. · The bathroom has a large walk-in shower, lighted, magnified makeup mirror and some offer an oversized soaking tub, two sinks and a bathroom window.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No - VIP rates under Virtuoso 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.

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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