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Hotel Description

3-star hotel near Ford's Theater

Downtown Washington D.C. stay

You'll be steps from Ford's Theater and within a 10-minute walk of Smithsonian Institution with a stay at this Downtown Washington D.C. hotel. Also, Capital One Arena is within half a mile (1 km) and White House is within 2 miles (3 km).

Multiple dining options

This hotel features 3 restaurants and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. A business center, a coffee shop, and a snack bar/deli are also on offer.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$135* Per night/room Aug 18 - Aug 19

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

King and Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Harrington ratings based on 63 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.9 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hotel Harrington

Everyone (22) Couples (5) Family (22)
5 out of 5
Good place to stay.

Posted by on Jul 5, 2023

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Jul 6, 2023 by Susan in Reservations

Thank you so much for having been our guest at the Hotel Harrington and for your kind review. We sincerely appreciate your time in completing this survey.

4 out of 5
DC’s oldest hotel! Hotel Harrington is a great family friendly option. No frills, with spacious rooms and conviene attached dining options. Fits all our needs for a quick trip to DC.

Posted by on Jul 3, 2023

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Jul 3, 2023 by Susan in Reservations

Thank you so much for having been our guest at the Hotel Harrington and for your kind review. We sincerely appreciate your time in completing this survey.

5 out of 5

Posted by , from Menomonee Falls on May 23, 2023

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1 out of 5
Nasty all around

Posted by on May 13, 2023

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3 out of 5
The lady at the front desk was very welcoming, put up with my bad sense of humor and dad jokes. Used tissues and spent gatorade bottle under the bed, on the other hand, were very unwelcome. Room smells very strongly of disinfectant. We have fragrance allergies in the group.

Posted by , from Petaluma on Apr 17, 2023

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3 out of 5
Great location, we walked to everything the entire stay.. It is old and dingy. The AC was not on so we were very hot and uncomfortable at night (we stayed out all day to avoid having to stay in a hot room) It could use some cosmetic work.. Just little things like maybe new lamp shades? Some paint? Some new doors/door knobs, Cleaning of baseboards etc. housekeeping did come everyday and vacuum/tidy up. When showering the water does suddenly get steaming hot out of nowhere, does it on and off a few times while showering. Was a little scary showering my 4 yr old not knowing when the steaming hot water would just appear. If you’re on a budget and need somewhere cheap to stay that’s close to everything, this is definitely the place. Just don’t expect anything great. Also, the hotel itself does not have parking. We had to park in a parking garage which totaled to $110. Harry’s is attached to the hotel, right under the room we stayed in so aside from being hot, you hear everyone drinking, talking, yelling, until like 2am. Along with the smell of them smoking marijuana. The windows definitely don’t block out any noise (or smell).

Posted by on Apr 14, 2023

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4 out of 5
Great location.

Posted by on Apr 1, 2023

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Apr 1, 2023 by Susan in Reservations

Thank you so much for having been our guest at the Hotel Harrington and for your kind review. We sincerely appreciate your time in completing this survey.

4 out of 5
It is a good value for the location. Interesting place in a very convenient area. It’s a 2-star so, bearing that in mind, it’s really pretty good. All the other guests were great. I felt very comfortable here with my teenagers.

Posted by , from Eden Prairie on Mar 30, 2023

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Mar 30, 2023 by Susan in Reservations

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4 out of 5
I was pleasantly surprised by my stay here. The hotel is historic (old) but it was in nice condition and I found the oldness quaint and charming. The rooms are not modern but they had everything we needed for a 1 night stay. The location was great and there was a lot of shopping nearby. Walkable to a Caps game. My only complaint was that our room was hot and there was not a way to control the room temperature. But I would definitely stay here again!

Posted by on Mar 11, 2023

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Mar 11, 2023 by Susan in Reservations

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4 out of 5
Very convenient location for what I was there for (Warner Theater). The price for both the location and compared to other area hotels was a no brainer. I wasn't looking for 5 star or expecting it but I got a clean hotel room/hotel with the convenience of a restaurant and bar on site. Great location for what I was looking to do and able to walk around the city and feel safe. A clearly defined parking option would help either prior to check in or at check in. I spent over an hour finding a parking garage that suited my needs as far as 24/7 availability which was a 15 minute walk from the hotel.

Posted by , from LEVITTOWN on Mar 6, 2023

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Mar 7, 2023 by Susan in Reservations

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Property Features

There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hotel Harrington. This 3-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 236 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Built in 1914
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator (on request)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Transport

  • Train station: Washington Union Station (2.1 km / 1.3 mi)
  • Metro station: Center Station (0.3 km / 0.2 mi)

Room Amenities

Hotel Harrington offers 236 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Washington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Refrigerators, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator available
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Harriet's Restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Harry's Pub - This pub specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Ollieburger & Fries - This theme restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at 4:00 AM
  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 19

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; masks are required in public areas. Contactless check-out is available. Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Children stay free - maximum age 18
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 5–25 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.