Botanical warehouse perch
Once a 1931 seed factory, this industrial loft hotel blends living foliage and botanical greens with a buzzing neighborhood energy.
Where it shines
Notable
Botanical greens and living foliage soften exposed concrete beams and warehouse lofts.
Listed
Cocktails on the foliage-framed Treehouse rooftop and private karaoke at Singing Tiger.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Nearly a century after a seed factory took up residence in an industrial building in Washington’s Union Market district, the landmark was reborn as the stylish Hotel Nell.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set in the Union Market District, the hotel sits steps from bustling food halls, indie cinema, distilleries, and local breweries.
The rooms
Compact rooms pair industrial concrete and exposed beams with vibrant local art, clean minimalist fixtures, and comfortable beds.
Dogs stay too.
Bar
Treehouse Rooftop
The fifth-floor terrace serves craft cocktails and tacos among living plants, with DJ sets and skyline views.
At the table
Bolgiano's Pantry serves morning coffee and produce-focused breakfasts from a patterned tile counter in the lobby.
How it began
The 1931 warehouse once belonged to the Bolgiano Seed Company, which supplied lawn seed for the White House and National Mall.
Good to know
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.