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The Madison Hotel vs Swann House

Both Swann House and The Madison Washington DC, A Hilton Hotel are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Swann House scores marginally better than The Madison Washington DC, A Hilton Hotel. Swann House ranks #33 in Washington DC with accolades from 10 reviewers like Frommer's, Concierge and Oyster.

The Madison Hotel
The Madison Hotel
7 / 10
1177 Fifteenth Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20005
From $144 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness Center
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"The 352-room Madison has clean, comfortable rooms -- all of which were renovated in 2012 -- and a spacious gym." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Billing itself “Washington’s Correct Address,” this hotel is filled with the finest of everything. The decorative items and artwork displayed throughout the hotel are of collector’s quality."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Billed as a modern adaptation of historic Washington, the hotel offers rooms and suites with a light and bright setting."
Star Service Star Service
"Located five blocks north of the White House...this is trendy chameleon that cooks up a flavorful and colorful surroundings suitable for commercial and leisure travelers." Full review
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Guests should request rooms with 15th Street views, rather than those with M Street exposures.
Gayot Gayot
"This landmark hotel is located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC."
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Swann House
Swann House
8 / 10
1808 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20009
From $259 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Pool
  • Business Center
  • Air Conditioning
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Frommer's Frommer's
"Among D.C's stable of wonderful B&Bs, Swann House stands out." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"A tiny jewel. The 12 rooms in this B&B all have period details and pleasant decor, each with a unique style—taste (and budget) will determine your choice."
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Heavy on the romance, this bed and breakfast in Dupont Circle is also a gorgeous 19th-century mansion."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A dozen rooms are peppered around an exquisite 1883 Romanesque mansion, all just set off enough from Dupont to be quiet, but close enough to the action for you to get raucous." Full review
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A dozen rooms are peppered around an exquisite 1883 Romanesque mansion, all just set off enough from Dupont to be quiet, but close enough to the action for you to get raucous, if you so choose.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A nip of sherry from a crystal tumbler in this house's aristocratic sitting room may make you feel like a guest in a very elegant private home—and so you are." Full review
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In summer, cool off in the outdoor pool, private behind a trellised wall.
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