Dupont Circle Washington D.C., DC
Renovated
2020
Price
$$$
Outside the door
The brand
Doyle CollectionMid-century circle salon
Perched directly on the roundabout, this mid-century address blends warm Irish hospitality with salon energy for visiting diplomats and neighborhood regulars.
“Clodagh also redesigned the lobby, which has the look and feel of a high-end apartment, thanks to details like a cozy fireplace…”
Where it shines
Notable
Mid-century glamour shapes spaces with coral velvet banquettes and brass-accented bookcases.
Notable
Penthouse suites receive evening roving cocktail carts alongside heated marble bathroom floors.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, The 50 Discovery and AFAR.
In a town as traditional as Washington, a little bit of modern design goes a long way.
“a recent renovation refreshed the lobby and dining areas, including The Pembroke restaurant, elegantly redesigned by Swedish architect Martin Brudnizki.”
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set directly on the circle, the hotel sits steps from Embassy Row, the Metro, independent bookstores, and the Phillips Collection.
The rooms
Rooms pair leather headboards and frosted glass with heated marble bathroom floors, while top-floor suites open onto private heated terraces.
The gym
The 24-hour fitness center includes cardio machines, stationary bikes, free weights, and functional training equipment.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
The Pembroke
Floor-to-ceiling windows illuminate marble tables and coral leather banquettes, looking out toward an outdoor terrace on the circle.
The D.C. hotel is fresh from a stylish, multimillion-dollar renovation, done in concert with Clodagh New York, a design team that hails originally from Ireland.
Bar
Doyle
Walnut paneling and blue leather barstools line the room, where bartenders pour classic cocktails alongside rare Irish whiskies.
At the table
Doyle and Co. serves morning espresso, fresh croissants, and pastries from a marble-topped counter beside the lobby.
How it began
Opened in 1947 as the Dupont Plaza Hotel, the property now showcases personal artwork curated by owner Bernie Gallagher.
“The hotel lobby is elegantly designed and ridiculously upscale, with polished and meeting-ready guests constantly pouring in and out.”
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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.