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Melrose Georgetown Hotel vs The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Washington DC is the choice of most writers compared to Melrose Georgetown Hotel. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Washington DC scores 86 with endorsements from 15 sources including Bon Appétit, Rough Guide and BlackBook.

Melrose Georgetown Hotel
Melrose Georgetown Hotel
8 / 10
2430 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
From $129 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"After massive renovations in 2012, the Melrose emerged with a sleek, modern style that puts it back on par with some of DC's nicer hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A modern building in a first-rate location at the heart of the city, the Melrose is well known for its refined luxury. The furnishings are contemporary but with classic influences."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The allure of this Foggy Bottom property is largely the oversized guest rooms bedecked in hues of yellow and blue and equipped with writing desks and marble baths."
Star Service Star Service
"Thanks to the renovation, the Melrose has earned some serious brownie points with youthful commercial folk and FITs. " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Celebrities often stay at The George, too, and not just those visiting Congress... big name musicians ( the Rolling Stones!) like The George." Full review
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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
8 / 10
2121 P Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
From $127 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Frommer's Frommer's
"If you prefer a hotel to be more than simply a place to sleep, you'll love the Palomar." Full review
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Ask for an executive king room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking P Street for the best in-the-neighborhood experience.
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Fun boutique flair, at a fair price." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located in Dupont Circle just one mile from the National Mall, Hotel Palomar is a Kimpton boutique property with a chic, art-inspired design." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This funky boutique hotel offers guests luxury accommodation in a lively neighborhood. The rooms in this converted apartment building are large."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Excellent boutique accommodation with flat-panel TVs and CD players in the rooms, an on-site pool, fitness centre, stylish lounge and location close to the Circle."
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