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Take a trip without chain hotels with their matching decor and standard features. From historic luxury hotels to trendy boutiques and cozy B&Bs, you’ll enjoy an incredible stay when your visit includes one of these places. These 10 unique places to stay in Washington DC will give you an unforgettable experience.
You’ll find authentic history and luxury at the Morrison-Clark Inn. The elegant Inn is an old Victorian 1864 mansion and is the only inn in the district to be named on the National Register of Historic Places.
A bit of the South Pacific in Washington! This casual, comfortable B&B is island themed and offers an oasis with South Pacific hospitality in the city.
The Jefferson is a luxury hotel housed in a 1926 beaux arts building. Just blocks from the White House and many DC landmarks, the Jefferson is famous in DC as a long-time prestigious place to stay.
The Graham is a trendy hotel that encompasses everything Georgetown is about, charm, style, and incredible location. The rooftop lounge, The Observatory, is a popular spot to relax and grab a drink for visitors.
The Tabard is comprised of three townhouses from the late 1800s and is one of Washington DC’s oldest hotels. This Dupont Circle destination is stylishly elegant and old school, full of antiques.
High end, historic and luxurious, that is the Willard InterContential. The refined hotel is known for its stately columns, high beautiful ceilings and as being an epicenter of Washington DC.
You’ll feel like you’re visiting a friend at Kalorama Guest House. Located in the beautiful and cozy Woodley Park neighborhood, the Kalorama gives visitors the feeling that they are staying in the home of their best friend when they come to visit.
A bit of mystery and an edge is how the Donovan House describes itself. The details of the Donovan are bright, awe-inspiring, and intense with bright colors, modern amenities and much more.
You’ve never seen anything like the Mansion on O Street. With over the top and eccentric decor, you can stay in a log cabin room, an Elvis style Graceland suite, or one of the many other themed suites.
Charming, cozy and welcoming, the William Lewis House is a classic B&B with old-fashioned decor and memorabilia. Homemade meals, a warm host, and a playful dog round out this incredible stay!
