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Salamander Washington DC vs Hotel Zena, A Viceroy Urban Retreat
Both hotels are endorsed by professionals. On balance, Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC is the choice of most writers compared to Kimpton Donovan Hotel. Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC has a TripExpert Score of 89 with approval from 15 reviews including Jetsetter, Oyster and Forbes Travel Guide.
Salamander Washington DC
Frommer's
Concierge
Lonely Planet
Oyster
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1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington DC, DC 20024
From $296 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"This fabulously luxurious hotel is just a short walk from the National Mall and Smithsonian museums, a quick cab ride to the Capitol, and a Metro stop away from other parts of town."
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Concierge
"The sumptuous style, Eastern touches, cosseting service, and excellent food will come as no surprise to anyone who's stayed at a Mandarin Oriental."
Lonely Planet
"The Mandarin delivers about everything you’d expect: big-box swank, ridiculous levels of amenities, service that’s appropriate for a Roman emperor."
Oyster
Luxury
"Opened in 2004, the 400-room Mandarin Oriental has the best spa, pool, and fitness center in the city."
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DK Eyewitness
"Monumental views over the Potomac Tidal Basin and Jefferson Memorial are plentiful at this elegant hotel."
Hotel Zena, A Viceroy Urban Retreat
Concierge
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
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Zagat
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1155 14th Street, N.W., Washington DC, DC 20005
From $111 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"It has a racy, after-hours vibe, thanks to dim, mirrored hallways and a loungelike lobby."
Oyster
Upscale
"The Donovan House is a sleek offering that's helping define Obama-era D.C. cool along with hip counterparts like the W and the Dupont Hotel."
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Travel + Leisure
"The sleek 139-room Washington, D.C., hotel is all about clean architectural materials such as limestone and dark teakwood paired with unexpected dashes of olive green and deep purple."
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BlackBook
"DC deemed worthy of Thompson hotels' contemporary inner sanctum. Furniture by NASA floats in mid-air."
Zagat
3.7
"An "ultramodern haven for the hipster business traveler", this property stands out for "welcoming" employees who "aim to please" and a "trendy design" throughout."
