The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Name: The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
Address: 20 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC, 20001, US
Rating: 4

855-229-5934

20 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, DC, US

4.0Very Good

Hotel amenities

Laundry

Non-Smoking

Parking

Gym

Pet Friendly

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill is a 4.5-star Sonesta Hotel located in Washington, DC's Capitol Hill neighborhood. The property sits within a 5-minute walk of the Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center, placing guests steps from major cultural attractions. The hotel comprises 274 rooms and serves as a central base for exploring the nation's capital.

Each of the 274 air-conditioned rooms features a Smart television, pillowtop bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets, and complimentary wireless internet access. Satellite programming is available for entertainment. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations outfitted with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings for the rooms average 4.8 out of 5.

The property includes one on-site restaurant serving lunch and dinner, with room service available during limited hours. A bar and lounge provides drinks and evening service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for an additional fee.

Recreation and wellness amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, bike parking, and complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. The hotel offers concierge services to assist with travel planning and local recommendations. Business travelers benefit from 11,000 square feet of conference space divided across 10 meeting rooms, supported by a full conference center and wedding services for special events.

The hotel stands 0.7 miles from the National Mall and 0.7 miles from the United States Capitol building, positioning guests near many of Washington's most visited destinations. Nearby attractions include the National Gallery of Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum, and Ford's Theater. Guest reviews across 824 submissions average 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and extends until 3:00 AM; standard check-out is 11:00 AM. The property is pet-friendly and welcomes dogs; service animals stay at no additional charge. The hotel features wheelchair-accessible pathways, accessible registration desk, and visual alarms in hallways. Valet parking is available for a surcharge.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill, you'll be centrally located in Washington, within a 5-minute walk of Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center. This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1 km) from National Mall and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from United States Capitol.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Smithsonian Institution - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Union Station Shopping Center - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Capital One Arena - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
National Mall - 1 km / 0.7 mi
Smithsonian American Art Museum - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
National Portrait Gallery - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
United States Capitol - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Supreme Court of the United States - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Library of Congress - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
CityCenterDC - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
National Gallery of Art - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
National Archives - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Ford's Theater - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Warner Theatre - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi

The nearest airports are:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
College Park, MD (CGS) - 18.8 km / 11.7 mi
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 36.1 km / 22.4 mi
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 43.2 km / 26.8 mi
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 49.9 km / 31 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 274 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features wedding services and bike parking.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has 11000 square feet (1022 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 10 meeting rooms.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - 3:00 AM

Check-out 11:00 AM

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

Pets allowed
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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Resort fee: USD 37.10 per accommodation, per night

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<

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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).