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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 2909 guest reviews
- We have an outdoor pool
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- 341 sleeping rooms in hotel
- 8 floors in hotel
- 16 suites in hotel
- Check in: 3:00 PM
- Hotel has a green policy
- Group friendly rating of 10.0/10
- 10 meeting rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
We are located in the heart of D.C. All major attractions are within walking distance. We are 4.5 blocks from the Convention Center, 6 blocks from the White House and located in the new and upcoming 14th Street Corridor. We are located near 4 major metro stations.
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Verified Reviews of Washington Plaza - Near White House
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Friendly staff, clean rooms, great pool area."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Staff was friendly and accommodating, pool area was clean.
Robert G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
01-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 28 to Thu Aug 29 2024 at a $149.00 average nightly rate. 
"Great Llacation"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Great location, loved the pool, slightly dated rooms.
James D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Aug-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 16 to Mon Aug 19 2024 at a $144.33 average nightly rate. "Good service and quiet rooms."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Good service and quiet rooms. A good value.
Karl E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
07-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Mar 05 to Fri Mar 08 2024 at a $456.99 average nightly rate. "Awesome hotel with great staff! "
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I'd recommend this hotel to anyone planning to visit DC. Location is very central to all the things the city has to offer. Rooms are nice and have a homey feel to them. The entire staff is very personable. The bartenders are amazing and I mean amazing! The food is delicious. If I go back to DC, this hotel will be at the top of my list.
Mark C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
11-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Feb 05 to Thu Feb 08 2024 at a $207.99 average nightly rate. "Clean comfortable rooms and the staff is very courteous. Thank you WJC."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Clean comfortable rooms and a good location.
William T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
27-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jan 24 to Thu Jan 25 2024 at a $124.99 average nightly rate. "Everything was perfect!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The room was clean and well appointed, the bed was comfy and the darkening window shades were very effective for sleeping late. All the staff were very attentive, polite and helpful. It was a great choice and I'd stay there again.
Lynn B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
11-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Oct 06 to Sun Oct 08 2023 at a $239.00 average nightly rate. Property Description
A Sleek, Modern Choice Among Downtown Washington DC Hotels.Discover the fresh new feel of the Washington Plaza. Designed in 1962 by world-famous architect Morris Lapidus, this recently renovated Washington DC hotel near the White House offers an engaging balance of cosmopolitan ambiance and unpretentious hospitality – perfect for international business trips, romantic getaways, and once-in-a-lifetime family vacations. Step out our front door and explore chic, fashionable Thomas Circle, one of DC's hippest neighborhoods. Enjoy a short trek to a treasure trove of National Mall monuments and Smithsonian museums. Or experience some of Washington's premier shopping and nightlife. After a day of tours or business meetings, return to our welcoming lobby and well appointed downtown Washington DC hotel rooms, where superb amenities and attentive but never overbearing service allow for an exceptionally relaxing stay. Ideally located at Thomas Circle, near Massachusetts Avenue, in the heart of Washington DC.Five blocks from the White House and Washington Convention Center,Minutes from major museums, monuments, and attractions,Close to the city's best shopping and hottest nightlife,A short walk from the McPherson Square Metro Station andFour miles from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).Discover the dynamic dual personality of the Washington Plaza. Contemporary accommodations, a modern design, and sophisticated but casual ambiance make us the smart choice for stylish business and leisure travelers. Book your downtown Washington DC hotel reservations online today for exceptional rates.
Green Sustainability
Yes
What you need to know
Location - The Washington Plaza Hotel is conveniently located only five blocks from the White House and the Washington Convention Center in downtown Washington, D.C. This means guests of the property are also close to Ford’s Theater, the Verizon Center, the International Spy Museum, and the great array of national monuments and world-class museums located on the National Mall. The hotel is convenient to the McPherson Square Metro Station, only a short walk from the property.
Hotel Features –Travelers can enjoy the Washington Plaza Hotel’s International Bar, a relaxing lounge serving cocktails and appetizers. The hotel’s on-site fitness facilities have been recently renovated and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool is also available. The property has over 12,000 square feet of meeting space, as well as distinctive meeting rooms. Business travelers will also appreciate the 24-hour business center with computer terminals.
Guest Rooms - There are 340 stylish guest rooms and 15 junior suites at the Washington Plaza Hotel. Guest rooms feature modern décor in red and black and the junior suites are equipped with a beautiful black desk with a cozy lounge chair in an area that is separate from the main bedroom. A television set is also available in every room.
Dining - The No. 10 Thomas Circle restaurant is part of the delectable dining experience at the Washington Plaza Hotel. The dinner menu features delights like crispy calamari with a trio of sauces, and entrée selections like rainbow trout served with potato gratin, caper berries, grapefruit gastrique, and green beans. There are a wide variety of other dining options off-site.
Expert Tip – The Washington Plaza Hotel is located in the hip Thomas Circle neighborhood, placing it only blocks away from the city’s bustling nightlife, an array of eclectic shops, and the popular historic tourist attractions of Washington, D.C.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00 PM |
| Check Out: | 12:00 PM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2012 |
| Floors: | 8 |
| Rooms: | 341 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 341 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 16 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 10 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 16739 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 500 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 2:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
| Pool Info: We have the most famous outdoor pool in all of D.C. It typically opens in late April and remains open through mid September. All guests staying at the hotel may utilize the pool at no additional cost. We also have an outdoor bar and patio. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Depending on the Group or the lead. Most cancellations are 72 hours to 24 hours. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 25.0 |
| Total Taxes: | 14.50% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 14.50% (per night) |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 10.00% (restaurant and meetings) |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 5.75% (meetings) |
| Parking Fee: | 17.00 Per Day |
| Porterage Fee: | 7.00 Per Stay |
| Additional Person Fee: | 20.00 Per Person |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 500.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 500.00 Per Day |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 20.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 20.00% |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 75.00 Per Function |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 17.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 21.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 22.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 25.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 32.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 22.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 40.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 45.00 Per Person |
| Morning Break Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 15.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 50.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.50 Per Item |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 1.25 Per Item |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 55.00 Per Person |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Garage
- Generator for sleeping rooms
- Generator for public spaces
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- 24 hours room service
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: HBO
- TV Channel: Showtime
- Valet Parking
- Video Games in Room
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
DCA is approximately 4 miles away. It is about a $10-15 cab ride (depending on traffic). Also available from DCA is the metro.
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
We offer an American Buffet breakfast for 18.00++. We also offer a full menu compliments of Chef Luca De Marchis. On Sundays, we have an amazing Brunch as well!
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Le Diplomate - A French bistro known for its delicious pastries and brunch options. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Old Ebbitt Grill - A historic restaurant serving classic American dishes. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Founding Farmers - A popular farm-to-table restaurant offering American comfort food. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the National Mall - Explore the iconic landmarks of Washington DC, including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the U.S. Capitol. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Ted's Bulletin - A retro-style diner offering comfort food and homemade pop tarts. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Ben's Chili Bowl - A legendary eatery famous for its chili dogs and half-smokes. Located 1.1 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Rasika - An upscale Indian restaurant known for its innovative dishes. Located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the Smithsonian Museums - Explore the world-class museums on the National Mall, such as the National Air and Space Museum and the National Museum of American History. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Dabney - A rustic-chic restaurant serving seasonal American cuisine. Located 1.8 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Union Market - A vibrant food hall offering a variety of culinary delights. Located 2.3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Fiola Mare - A waterfront restaurant specializing in Italian seafood dishes. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Take a Potomac River Cruise - Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Potomac River and admire the views of the city's landmarks. Located 1.7 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Washington Plaza - Near White House
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Washington Plaza - Near White House.
Feel free to use the Washington Plaza - Near White House meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Washington event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Federal Hall | 70 x 58 x 15 | 4060 | 338/338 | 236 | 169 | 97 | 116 | 97 | --/-- | 451 | 406 | -- |
Close This Federal HallRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 4060 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 70 x 58 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Power Outlets: 15 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? Yes Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Washington Room | 58 x 35 x 15 | 2030 | --/169 | 118 | 85 | 49 | 58 | -- | --/-- | 225 | 203 | -- |
Close This Washington RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2030 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 58 x 35 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? Yes Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Adams & Franklin Room | 58 x 35 x 15 | 2030 | --/169 | 118 | 85 | 49 | 58 | -- | --/-- | 225 | 203 | -- |
Close This Adams & Franklin RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 2030 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 58 x 35 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Adams Room | 29 x 35 x 15 | 1015 | --/84 | 59 | -- | 24 | 29 | -- | --/-- | 113 | 102 | -- |
Close This Adams RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1015 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 35 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Franklin Room | 29 x 35 x 15 | 1015 | --/84 | 59 | 42 | 24 | 29 | -- | --/-- | 113 | 102 | -- |
Close This Franklin RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1015 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 35 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| National Hall | 48 x 54 x 12 | 2592 | --/216 | 151 | 108 | 62 | 74 | -- | --/-- | 288 | 259 | -- |
Close This National HallRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 2592 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 48 x 54 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Jefferson Room | 48 x 27 x 12 | 1296 | --/108 | 75 | 54 | 31 | 37 | -- | --/-- | 144 | -- | -- |
Close This Jefferson RoomRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1296 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 48 x 27 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Monroe | 48 x 27 x 12 | 1296 | --/108 | 75 | 54 | 31 | 37 | -- | --/-- | 144 | 130 | -- |
Close This MonroeRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1296 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 48 x 27 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| State Suite | 20 x 45 x 12 | 900 | --/-- | 40 | 37 | 22 | 26 | -- | --/-- | 90 | 60 | -- |
Close This State SuiteRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 900 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 45 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 5 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Federal Foyer | 60 x 20 x 18 | 1200 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | 120 | 120 |
Close This Federal FoyerRoom Type: Foyer Total Size: 1200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 60 x 20 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 10 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about Washington Plaza - Near White House
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Washington Plaza - Near White House have?
There are 341 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Washington Plaza - Near White House?
Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Washington Plaza - Near White House?
We offer an American Buffet breakfast for 18.00++. We also offer a full menu compliments of Chef Luca De Marchis. On Sundays, we have an amazing Brunch as well!
Is there a gym at Washington Plaza - Near White House?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Washington Plaza - Near White House?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. We have the most famous outdoor pool in all of D.C. It typically opens in late April and remains open through mid September. All guests staying at the hotel may utilize the pool at no additional cost. We also have an outdoor bar and patio..
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