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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

2121 P St Nw, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037

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Nov 24, 2026
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Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodations

    Indulge in modern rooms with flat-screen TVs and plush bedding at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle. Upgrade to a room with a deep soaking spa bath for the ultimate relaxation experience.

  • Top-Notch Amenities

    Unwind at the heated pool and sun deck, or maintain your workout routine at the 24-hour fitness centre. Need to catch up on work? Visit the business centre also open around the clock for your convenience.

  • Exquisite Dining Experience

    Savor seasonal Italian dishes and explore an extensive wine and cocktail menu at Certo, the on-site restaurant and wine bar. Perfect for a delightful dining experience without leaving the hotel.

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HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Friendly staff

  • Great location

  • Spacious rooms

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Allergy-free room
  • Auditory guidance
  • Bar
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Vending machine - snacks
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Heating
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Pet bowls
  • Pets allowed

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Happy hour
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

2,037 reviews
7/ 10
Good location.
MICHAEL · family with children · 2026-10-20

The guest experience

9.0out of 10
2037 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Friendly staff
  • Great location
  • Spacious rooms

Worth knowing — Inconsistent breakfast quality · Loud disturbances from housekeeping

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.5

    Multiple reviews praised the central and convenient location near major attractions.

  • Service9.4

    Staff were described as exceptionally kind and attentive.

  • Overall Experience9.4

    Positive sentiments overall with a desire to return.

  • Value for Money9.4

    Described as excellent value for the quality of stay.

  • Room Quality8.9

    Rooms were generally spacious and clean, though some issues noted with Old carpets and bathroom space.

  • Cleanliness8.5

    Overall positive mentions of cleanliness but some concerns about loud vacuuming and hallway smell.

  • Food and Beverage8.5

    Breakfast varied in quality; some items didn't meet expectations.

  • Amenities8.4

    Some amenities well-reviewed, but breakfast and variety were mentioned as needing improvement.

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Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

64% of 11 recent stays rated 8+

9.02037 reviews
  • Dated and needs attention

    7/10

    MICHAEL · family with children · 2026-10-20

    “Good location.”

  • On balance, fabulous!

    10/10

    Shannon · solo traveller · 2026-10-20

    “Room was large and exceptional. Service terrific!”

  • Friendly staff and great location

    9/10

    Mihai · family with children · 2026-10-19

    “The staff was very friendly and helpful, both at the front desk and in the restaurant. The hotel was clean, and I really enjoyed the fitness room. Great location in Dupont Circle, close to the metro.”

  • Enjoyed stay very much.

    10/10

    Sylvia · couple · 2026-10-19

    “Location was good very near tube station room cosy and bed very comfy linen and towels great quality shower and toiletries excellent. Breakfast was excellent. Staff friendly. Would recommend a stay. We didn’t use the pool as it rained.”

  • Great place for a dc getaway

    9/10

    Philip · couple · 2026-10-18

    “Great location. Great room (king suite) and excellent value with an upgrade by Sonesta. Very good breakfast and value of the breakfast package on the room at the Riggsby (expensive if paid for separately).”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Smari · extended group · 2026-10-18

    “Vantaði talsvert upp á morgunverðinn þar sem eingöngu var hægt að versla af matseðli en ekki fá morgunverðahlaðborð.”

  • Ok

    6/10

    Özlem · family with children · 2026-10-17

    “Beliggenhed, gode senge”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Rick · couple · 2026-10-17

    “lots of food options close by”

  • The Royal Sonesta was a welcome respite at the end of each day’s adventures.

    10/10

    Scott · couple · 2026-10-16

    “We liked the location. The room was nice. The bed was comfortable. We liked the decor. Everyone was kind and helpful.”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Patricia · couple · 2026-10-15

    “Location and the room Was so spacious”

  • Laven el tapete!

    3/10

    Marisol · solo traveller · 2026-10-14

    “El tapete de la habitación es asqueroso, no le cabe un milímetro mas de mugre y por ende la habitación tiene mal olor.”

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