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The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. vs Melrose Georgetown Hotel

Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC is preferred by most writers compared to Melrose Georgetown Hotel. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC ranks #15 in Washington DC with praise from 13 sources such as Forbes Travel Guide, DK Eyewitness and Jetsetter.

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
8 / 10
1150 22nd Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
From $299 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The hotel's Westend Bistro by Eric Ripert is one of the hottest restaurants in town." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The larger of Washington's two Ritz-Carltons, this 300-room Foggy Bottom outpost offers the whole Ritz-Carlton package." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The biggest nod to modernity, though, comes with the second- and third-floor Sports Club/LA fitness center; its 100,000 square feet of fat-burning splendor and huge spa are open to guests for a fee." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The Ritz-Carlton provides the finest quality furnishings – Egyptian cotton sheets and down pillows – to make guests comfortable."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"This luxury Washington hotel brings sought after amenities to the West End. The wood paneled lobby features comfortable seating and a fireplace."
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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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