The Jefferson Washington, DC
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About this property
The Jefferson, Washington, DC is an independent five-star hotel situated in the heart of the nation's capital, steps from the White House. Located 0.7 miles from the White House and 1.7 miles from the Washington Monument, the property offers guests proximity to some of the city's most iconic landmarks while remaining within a 5-minute drive of George Washington University and Capital One Arena.
The hotel features 99 individually decorated guestrooms, each appointed with modern conveniences including iPads, minibars, and complimentary wired and wireless internet access. Beds are dressed in premium linens with down comforters and pillowtop construction. Entertainment options include 37-inch flat-screen televisions with premium channels, while private bathrooms are outfitted with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort consistently rates at 4.8 out of 5.
Dining options span three on-site restaurants, with a bar and lounge also available for evening refreshment. Room service operates during limited hours for guests preferring in-room dining. Cooked-to-order breakfast is served weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for an additional fee.
The property offers a fitness center for active guests, along with complimentary wireless internet access throughout. Concierge services assist with arrangements and recommendations, while the hotel maintains 24-hour front desk service, porter assistance, and dry cleaning and laundry facilities. A library and safe-deposit boxes are available, and the property provides free newspapers in the lobby. Conference facilities include 689 square feet of dedicated space across eight meeting rooms, making the hotel suitable for corporate events.
Guests consistently praise the property's location, with a location rating of 4.7 out of 5 from over 930 reviews. The neighborhood provides access to Embassy Row, Dupont Circle, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. An overall guest satisfaction rating of 4.8 out of 5 reflects strong performance across all categories, with 93.1 percent of guests indicating they would recommend the property.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM with flexible late arrivals accommodated, while check-out is at 11:00 AM. The hotel welcomes pets up to 50 pounds, with service animals exempt from fees. Wheelchair accessibility is comprehensive, including accessible parking, pathways, restrooms, dining facilities, and registration services. The property is smoke-free and offers valet parking for an additional charge.
Location & nearby attractions
Embassy Row - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
K Street - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Lafayette Square - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Dupont Circle - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Smithsonian Institution - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Ellipse - 1 km / 0.6 mi
World Bank - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
White House - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
George Washington University - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
CityCenterDC - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
White House Visitor Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
George Washington University Hospital - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
National Theatre - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Warner Theatre - 1.6 km / 1 mi
The nearest airports are:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 8.6 km / 5.3 mi
College Park, MD (CGS) - 20.1 km / 12.5 mi
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 35.6 km / 22.1 mi
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 37.2 km / 23.1 mi
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 40.5 km / 25.2 mi
The preferred airport for The Jefferson, Washington, DC is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
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Check-in & check-out
- 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- 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
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 23
- Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 50
- Only dogs are allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 60 for adults, and USD 15 to 60 for children
- Valet parking fee: USD 65 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per stay
Know before you go
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).