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The Hay-Adams vs The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. On balance, The Hay-Adams is preferred by most professionals compared to The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC. The Hay-Adams scores 96 with accolades from 22 reviewers like Forbes Travel Guide, Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.
The Hay-Adams
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16th & H Sts. NW, One Lafayette Square, Washington DC, DC 20006
From $369 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge

"This venerable hotel... has such a good bird's-eye view of the First Mansion that network news divisions often book a room here just for the camera angles."

"If it's good enough for the Obamas, it's good enough for the rest of us. This grand, historic hotel faces the White House and has hosted many a famous face."

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"Quite possibly the most famous hotel in the capital, and deservedly so."
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"One of the city's finest hotels, this rebuilt 19th-century residence also boasts what is arguably the city's best location."
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"Constructed on the sites of the homes of John Hay and Henry Adams, this elegant hotel features beautifully restored rooms filled with antiques and boasting ornamental ceilings."
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
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1150 22nd Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20037
From $299 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge

"The hotel's Westend Bistro by Eric Ripert is one of the hottest restaurants in town."
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Luxury
"The larger of Washington's two Ritz-Carltons, this 300-room Foggy Bottom outpost offers the whole Ritz-Carlton package."
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"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."
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"The Ritz-Carlton provides the finest quality furnishings – Egyptian cotton sheets and down pillows – to make guests comfortable."

"This luxury Washington hotel brings sought after amenities to the West End. The wood paneled lobby features comfortable seating and a fireplace."