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Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel

3.5 of 5
1315 16th St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20036 (Dupont Circle)
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW via mobile

We were in Washington DC to get married. The hotel staff went above and beyond to make it a special experience for us. The room and surprise champagne made us feel very special. We cannot say enough to express our gratitude for their hospitality.

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Meridian, Idaho
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Conveniently located close to the Dupont Circle metro stop (10 minute walk). Very spacious room (the most I ever had). Coffee maker was delivered to our room upon request. Slow elevators. Breakfast for $12 is not worth it. Friendly staff. Free Internet. Complimentary water, coffee, and apples. Very comfortable bed. The decor in our room makes it feel less like... More

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 23, 2013

Dear FatimaCornwall. Thank you very much for commenting on your recent visit to the Hotel Rouge. I am pleased that you enjoyed our location, atmosphere and friendly, helpful service. We look forward to seeing you again soon! More

Bedford, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Wanted something a bit more interesting when we booked from the UK. This Washington Hotel fits the bill nicely and we had 2 nights here at the start of our 22 day trip to the USA. Walkable from the National Mall with no worries we had a full day walking around and doing the Smithsonian, in a couple of its... More

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 23, 2013

Dear Simon C. I am pleased you enjoyed Hotel Rogue’s great service, stylish & unique atmosphere and location. Thank you for telling other travelers about your good experience with us and we look forward to welcoming you back. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 via mobile

Pros: location, decent sized room, fair breakfast, good useable wireless internet Cons: poor fit and finish, smelly room, decor misses the mark The fact that this hotel is so highly rated is a testament to the poor value DC hotels offer. While passable for the money, my experience here left me wanting and I will be looking for a better... More

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 23, 2013

Dear Hotel guru N. Thank you very much for commenting on your recent visit to the Palomar. I am pleased that you enjoyed our location but reading about the other negative issues while you were here were disappointing! We rarely miss the mark and we will be sure that the suggestions you have made are seriously reviewed. We are a... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 via mobile

This hotel had just the right amount of funk. In a good way. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the decor was cool, but not cheesy. My room was spacious, and the bathroom was large. Location was great for the metro and nightlife. I truly loved my stay and will be back. My only teensy complaint...I was there on... More

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Dear Jules4068 Thank you for recommending the Rouge to your friends and colleagues and I am so pleased that were exactly what you wanted! I am sorry that we did not offer AMC on our channel lineup. We will look into that so that Mad Men fans don’t have to set their DVR’s while traveling! More

Washington DC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

This past weekend I was fortunate to try a DC hotel that I’ve never been to before. My boyfriend and I were pleasantly surprised! The Rouge was overall fantastic and exceeded my expectations. First off – the room. The room was huge. I had booked a simple king room and was given one in the corner of the 8th floor.... More

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 14, 2013

Dear Amanda C. Thank you for being a fan of Hotel Rouge and for letting other travelers read about your great experience! I am pleased that we exceeded your expectations with our great rooms, location and awesome bar! More

Somerset
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

first time to Washington so this was a great location for a hotel. Clean and functional although the deco was a little strange (black and red leather interior). Staff friendly. Complimentary fruit and take-away coffee was appreciated.

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 14, 2013

Dear chlovestotravel. Thank you for your review. I am so pleased that you enjoyed our location and overall experience! More

Jacksonville
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

I arrived into DC around 9:39 AM and caught a cab from the airport, called the front desk to see if an early check in was available and checked in shortly thereafter. I was given an excellent room(on the pet free floor due to allergies)and was able to settle in for a perfect weekend! The location of the hotel is... More

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 10, 2013

Dear khamilton10. I am pleased you “loved” Hotel Rogue’s great service, stylish & unique atmosphere and location. Thank you for telling other travelers about your good experience with us and we look forward to welcoming you back. More

Skopje, Republic of Macedonia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Its a trendy and well-located hotel; rooms are big and comfortable, bathroom rather small compared to the room. Breakfast is OK. Would prefer it again, as it is more "informal" and alternative in design compared to other business-like hotels in Washington DC.

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 10, 2013

Dear NatashaGD. Thank you for staying with us! I am pleased you enjoyed your visit to DC and the Hotel Rouge and glad that you found us interesting! It’s our goal to be the best in DC, offering something unique and stylish for all types of travelers. More

Basking Ridge, New Jersey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This hotel overall was a little strange. My boyfriend and I went for our 3 year anniversary and upon entering the leather doors I found myself surrounded in red walls and animal print carpets. The hotel had a dark feel to it. Like Vampires would stay there. Although the room seemed fairly new, the fridge was broken. They were kind... More

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Jennifer H, General Manager at Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 10, 2013

Dear Rachel Y. Thank you very much for commenting on your recent visit to the Hotel Rouge. I am glad that you enjoyed DC and found our location convenient. We genuinely want every guest to have a good time and a great experience and I’m glad that it shows. If our atmosphere was not your cup of tea, we have... More

 
 
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What travelers say

  • Dupont Circle(84)
  • White House(73)
  • Very friendly(38)
  • Whole Foods(24)
  • Wine hour(17)
  • Metro stop(13)
  • Next time(13)
  • Room service(10)
  • Nice touch(9)
  • Few blocks(8)

Additional Information about Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel

Address: 1315 16th St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20036
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Region: United States > District of Columbia > Washington DC > Dupont Circle , Upper Northwest
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
On Washington DC's historic Embassy Row, Hotel Rouge is a superb luxury boutique accommodation. This Kimpton Hotel is a playful and colorful urban retreat at the doorstep of the city's top cultural and historic attractions. Within blocks of Dupont Circle and near the White House, National Mall and countless museums and galleries, the alluring Hotel Rouge entices with its rejuvenating décor, exceptional service, signature amenities and adjacent Bar Rouge lounge. ... more   less 
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Kimpton Washington Dc
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