Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
National Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Washington Monument - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
George Washington University - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive
College Park, MD (CGS) - 29 min drive
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 30 min drive
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 35 min drive
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 35 min drive
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 41 min drive
Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 48 min drive
Washington Union Station - 11 min drive
New Carrollton Station - 14 min drive
Lanham Seabrook Station - 18 min drive
McPherson Sq. Station - 6 min walk
Farragut North Station - 6 min walk
Farragut West Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Capital Hilton Lobby Bar - 3 min walk
Dua Coffee - 4 min walk
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Grazie Nonna - 1 min walk
Joe & The Juice - 2 min walk
About this property
The Architect
When you stay at The Architect, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of White House and Smithsonian Institution. Also, Walter E. Washington Convention Center and National Mall are a short five-minute drive away. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: McPherson Sq. Station is 6 minutes and Farragut North Station is 6 minutes.
Languages
English, Filipino, French, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
69 rooms
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3.25 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.25 per cent
Policies
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Architect Hotel Washington
The Architect Hotel
The Architect Washington
The Architect Hotel Washington
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Architect?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Architect?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Architect.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Architect?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at The Architect?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Architect and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include White House (10-min walk) and Walter E. Washington Convention Center (12-min walk), along with National Mall (0.8 mi) and Washington Monument (1.1 mi).
What's the area around The Architect like?
The Architect is in Downtown Washington D.C., a short 6-minute walk from McPherson Sq. Station and 10 minutes' walk from White House.
The Architect Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
4 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
28 Oct 2024
Leah
Leah, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Oct 2024
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
Valdis
Valdis, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Oct 2024
Fairly priced stay in Washington. Property was in close proximity to the metro line which is helpful.
Somewhat dated fittings but everything is very clean and well presented.
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
18 Oct 2024
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Oct 2024
Great location!
This hotel is located in the heart of downtown DC with easy access to the metro. I thought the room was a bit tired and small but for the price—it could not be beat
Allison
Allison, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
8 May 2024
Great cheaper option in central Washington. Met our expectations.
Martin
Martin, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
16 Apr 2024
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
26 Mar 2024
This hotel is very old, and our room was pretty dirty (there was black mold all over the shower but they cleaned it upon request). However, it's in a great location.
Colleen
Colleen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Feb 2024
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
27 Feb 2024
Very nice property, helpful staff, privacy and cleanliness. We really liked the location, beautiful building and quiet atmosphere. No-frills means more affordable! We highly recommend the Architect if you're fine with a less than luxurious mattress and pillows. Will definitely stay there again
Angela
Angela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
27 Jan 2024
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Federica
Federica, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Jan 2024
limited wifi connection, didn't work well and some TV channels were muted and could not get fixed;
friendly staff
very convenient location
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Jan 2024
Maria
Maria, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 Dec 2023
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
12 Nov 2023
Continual noise from an inside ac, run down rooms, disgusting bathrooms. Only good thing was price compared to location
Sebastian Lundsteen
Sebastian Lundsteen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 May 2023
A good basic base. Very quiet and clean x
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Apr 2023
Good choice
Room was small but very clean and very comfortable bed.
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2023
Sherry
Sherry, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
15 Apr 2023
Small, but comfortable and clean
The room was much smaller than I'm used to, but it was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Good location. Walking distance to many attractions and close to bus stops if you're not a walker.
Melissa
Melissa, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
14 Mar 2023
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jan 2023
Location is excellent, close to the White House and museums area, easy access from different subway lines.
Raul
Verified Travelocity guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Dec 2022
Vintage rooms, clean room, friendly staff. Limited amenities and small rooms.