Sanctuary showpiece
The monumental neoclassical sanctuary reemerges as Adams Morgan's lively public living room, drawing locals and guests together under dramatic organ-pipe fixtures.
“The Line DC doesn’t simply occupy a historic church—it fully embraces its past life.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
A sculptural chandelier of church organ pipes hangs over repurposed mahogany pews.
Remarkable
A landmark 1912 Neoclassical church preserves monumental ionic columns and soaring vaulted ceilings.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
a century-old church in Adams Morgan provides the venue for a boutique hotel in an of-the-moment bohemian-eclectic style, complete with restaurants and bars
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Perched at the crest of Adams Morgan, the hotel sits steps from the independent cafes, vintage boutiques, and eclectic nightlife along 18th Street.
The rooms
Framed antique hymnal pages, brass beds, and herringbone oak floors echo the church's past, joined by room libraries stocked by Idle Time Books.
The gym
The 24-hour gym has squat rigs and cardio machines, and hosts weekly neighborhood run clubs and yoga sessions.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
No Goodbyes serves Mid-Atlantic dishes beneath the curved mezzanine, and the bar pours cocktails under arched stained glass.
The individual rooms are bright and airy, with huge windows, white walls hung with original artwork, bright, graphic yellow and black bedspreads…
How it began
Built in 1912 as the First Church of Christ, Scientist, the sanctuary gained an eight-story rear annex designed to evoke a parsonage backdrop.
“New York studio INC Architecture & Design has been careful in preserving the bones of the Neoclassical Revival-style building…”
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Gold
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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.