Housed in a grand 1840s marble neoclassical building in Penn Quarter, this boutique gem pairs historic architecture with colorful, funky contemporary rooms—plus an unbeatable location near museums and DC's action.
“Accommodations are smartly furnished in colorful contemporary style wrapped in gold and ochre and highlighted by strongly patterned wallpaper. ”
– Star Service
Concierge
"Located in the art-gallery-and-restaurant-filled Penn Quarter, the 182-room Hotel Monaco combines grandeur and hipness."
Fodor's
"Here's a perfect marriage of whimsy and elegance—updated guest rooms are filled with eclectic prints and plush furnishings."
Oyster
Upscale
"With many bold decorative touches, most notably a dramatic setting in a landmarked Penn Quarter building, this is certainly a flashy Kimpton Hotels property." Full review
Rough Guide
"Grand, Neoclassical former post office that today houses ultra-chic accommodation."
BlackBook
"Neo-classical post office transformed into post-modern hotel with cartoonish good looks."
Zagat
3.7
""Stylish" rooms and suites are decked out in "funky", colorful decor and offer vaulted ceilings at this "wonderful" boutique property housed in a "nicely renovated" 1840s building."
Gayot
"This block-long, four-story structure was designed by the architects of the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol."
Jetsetter
"Marble-clad neoclassical gem in the heart of Penn Quarter with 183 eclectic guestrooms and a top-notch brasserie." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The marble four-story structure, located in Penn Square, contains 183 guestrooms, of which 14 are suites." Full review
National Geographic
""Proximity to the Spy Museum, a bowling alley, and the Verizon Center; it is the perfect place to stay with tough-to-please teens." Full review
Experts' Choice Award 
Concierge
Fodor's
Oyster
Rough Guide
BlackBook
Zagat
Gayot
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure
National Geographic
