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The Jefferson, Washington, DC vs Melrose Georgetown Hotel

Both Melrose Georgetown Hotel and The Jefferson, Washington DC are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Jefferson, Washington DC ranks significantly better than Melrose Georgetown Hotel. The Jefferson, Washington DC scores 94 with praise from 20 publications including Lonely Planet, Hideaway Report and Time Out.

The Jefferson, Washington, DC
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
9 / 10
1200 16th Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
From $284 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"A Beaux Arts beauty built in 1923, The Jefferson has reopened after a two-year makeover that restored the gleam to its ornate plasterwork."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"A relatively small hotel, offering discreet and sensitive service in elegant surroundings."
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"After a massive renovation in 2009, this boutique reopened, and regained its place among DC's elite hotels." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Beaux Arts façade is particularly eyecatching with prints and documents, including some associated with Thomas Jefferson, on display inside."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Built as a grand private residence in 1923, the.Jefferson dazzles with its established reputation, impeccable service and classic exterior."
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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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