In the heart of Capitol Hill, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC offers a luxurious retreat with dry cleaning services, a bar, and 24-hour gym. Explore nearby Union Station Shopping Center and Capital One Arena or unwind at the restaurant where guests rave about the dining options.
Union Station Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
National Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Capital One Arena - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
United States Capitol - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive
College Park, MD (CGS) - 33 min drive
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 37 min drive
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 37 min drive
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 50 min drive
Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 54 min drive
Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 57 min drive
Washington Union Station - 5 min walk
New Carrollton Station - 12 min drive
Alexandria Station - 21 min drive
Judiciary Square Station - 9 min walk
Dirksen Station - 11 min walk
Hart Station - 12 min walk
Restaurants
Bistro Du Jour - 2 min walk
L'Ardente - 5 min walk
The Market - 4 min walk
Art and Soul - 4 min walk
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 6 min walk
About this property
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
You'll be in a fantastic location at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill, just a 5-minute walk from Smithsonian Institution and Union Station Shopping Center. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Capital One Arena and United States Capitol. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant. Public transportation is just a short walk: Judiciary Square Station is 9 minutes and Dirksen Station is 11 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
274 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Free long-distance and local calls
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Highchair
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 37.10 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Fitness center access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
Phone calls (may be limited)
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 to 30 for adults, and USD 15 to 25 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 30 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 65 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Also known as
Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Hotel
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Washington
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Hotel Washington
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 65 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill like?
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill is in Northwest, a short 9-minute walk from Judiciary Square Station and 4 minutes' walk from Smithsonian Institution. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Restaurant
Location
Breakfast
Bed
Food
Bar
Spacious room
French restaurant
What guests liked
Breakfast at the property's restaurant was consistently described as delicious and a highlight of the stay. (16 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Perfect location for our short stay
Great hotel and location was perfect very close to Union Station. The staff were friendly and accommodating as well.
Rodney
Rodney, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2025
Great stay
mark
mark, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Nice hotel rooms, friendly staff and good food!
Fernando
Fernando, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
Nice location, clean , welcoming staff
SMRITI
SMRITI, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Great Hotel
Very good Hotel. The Resturant is French and very elaborate. Very convenient place to stay in DC
Maryann
Maryann, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Great location
Great, friendly staff
Clean
Brian
Brian, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Amazing location and staff.
Mariana
Mariana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Excellent hotel
Maria
Maria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2025
We stayed only one night at the hotel but we really enjoyed our stay. The staff are very friendly and inviting, the valet service gives you the V.I.P. experience and is very timely. All in all it was a great time and we would stay here again.
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Great and easy stay
Ma
Ma, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Great stay
Yanique
Yanique, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Wonderful accommodations and staff.
Mary Ann
Mary Ann, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Great place and location, clean
Razan
Razan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
guest judy
the overall experience in DC was great, got to the hotel late in the evening and the front desk personal was amazing and kind. we didn't have a plan but the location of the holel made our journey much easier to get around.
Judy
Judy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Amazing property and would stay again!
Jason Harold
Jason Harold, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
great service, location and room
Jose E.
Jose E., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
Awesome Hotel
Great hotel, very clean and spacious. Great gym. My whole family loved it.
Kamil
Kamil, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Great in room coffee & water - good restaurant & location
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
It was a great stay and I will be returning here in the future!!
Blondine
Blondine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Good hotel. Large rooms and very well located.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
Excellent location and service. Send recently remodeled, as everything was new and seemed perfect.
Tapan
Tapan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Beautiful property
Asia
Asia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Wonderful staff! Friendly environment. Very convenient to Union Station too.
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Near Union Station
New hotel, rooms are oddly big.
Valerie
Valerie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Weekend stay
As usual the stay was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful also the restaurant was top class.