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Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
700 F. Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20004 (Downtown / Chinatown)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Manassas, Virginia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Grand Old Building”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2012

We went for our anniversary and were upgraded to a suite. Very nice rooms with high unique cielings. Temperature control between the rooms was off with one being warm and the other much cooler, but no big deal.
Checkin and service were great, free wine hour was also great.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Joshua L, Assistant General Manager at Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
November 7, 2012
Good afternoon 2Gunnys,

Thanks for taking the time to review your stay here at the Monaco and Happy Anniversary!
We were so happy to have upgraded you to one of our suites; a special night deserves a special room. I’m sorry that you had some temperature issues; hopefully you had the chance to let us know about it. Glad to hear that check was a breeze and that you enjoyed our complimentary evening Wine Hour, it is a fun time. Wishing you many many more Happy Years together,

We can’t wait to have you back again the next time you are looking for a “staycation” in our
Nation’s Capital!

Safe travels,

JL
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Baltimore, Maryland
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great location, great staff!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2012

We stayed here for a few nights over Christmas 2011. The hotel is gorgeous and has lots of character. The staff was very welcoming of our dog, providing bowls for food and water and a very nice dog bed. The room had everything you want and had that great Klimpton Hotel style. I always like their animal print robes. The location is fantastic for exploring Washington D.C.

  • Stayed December 2011, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Joshua L, Assistant General Manager at Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
November 7, 2012
Good morning Linnsey26,

Thanks for taking the time to review your stay here at the Monaco; has it really been almost a year? I guess it must be time to come visit us again. I am glad that your dog, who we really consider family, had a great time too, it’s important to make them feel right at home as well.

We agree about the location, it really makes sightseeing that much better since everything is either in walking distance or an easy taxi / metro ride away.

Those animal print robes are fun; I have been known to wear them around the hotel just for fun.

We can’t wait to have you back again hopefully sooner than later, the next time you are in town visiting our Nation’s Capital!

Safe travels,

JL
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Selby
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“4 Wonderful days in Washington”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2012

The Monaco Hotel was a friendly and very welcoming hotel to stop in, Idealy situated for touring Washington. The highlight everyday at 17:00 is the free beer and wine in the lobby. Breakfast was very good, we were give vouchers for everyday which you could use as part payment towards your meal

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Joshua L, Assistant General Manager at Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
November 6, 2012
Good afternoon ChunkySelby,

Thanks for taking the time to review your recent stay here at the Monaco; it sounds like you had a good 4 night stay with us.

I see you took advantage of our evening Wine Hour each night in the living room; it’s a Kimpton way of making sure you have a nice end to your day of sightseeing or work. I hope you had the opportunity to have tried Poste in the evening since you had good meals in the morning.

We look forward to seeing you again the next time you are visiting our Nation’s Capital!

Safe travels,

JL
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Dover, New Hampshire
1 review
“Location, character, and an exceptional staff - can't be beat”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2012

I just booked my third stay at the Monaco in the last six months. The location can't be beat, the hotel has character throughout. I NEVER order room service, but I did during my last stay...twice...and both meals were great! But, best of all, I've never experienced the level of service from all the staff that I have here. They go above and beyond to ensure every stay meets expectations. They're friendly, helpful, responsive, and sincere. They make you feel special...what a tremendous feeling.This is by far the BEST place to stay in DC.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Joshua L, Assistant General Manager at Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
November 7, 2012
Good morning Peter H,

Thanks for taking the time to review your recent stay here at the Monaco; and wow three times in six months thank you for your loyalty. Glad you finally gave room service a shot and we were able to continue the service you are becoming accustomed to. It is so awesome to hear that the staff and service you experienced the first time has not changed this time around and like you said location is unbeatable.

We can’t wait to have you back again for the 4th time the next time you are in town visiting our

Nation’s Capital!

Safe travels,

JL
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Auckland, NZ
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19 reviews 19 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Love love love this hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 25, 2012

The Monaco is in a beautiful old building which used to be a Post Office so it has long wide corridors which give a great sense of space. The room was very spacious and the bed so comfortable. But it is the wonderful staff who make the place. Every staff member was friendly and helpful, always smiling and saying hello. The concierge gave us great tips for restaurants which were all spot on, and directions for good shops in Georgetown. The quality of the staff combined with the happy hour in the "living room" and the fresh cookies each afternoon really transform the Monaco from a nice hotel to a wonderful hotel. The happy hour means that guests spend time enjoying the hotel instead of just passing through on the way to their room. The hotel is also in a perfect location - easy walk to the Washington Convention Centre or the Mall with all the museums, across the road from the National Portrait Gallery, beside the Spy Museum, along the road from the Ford Theatre and surrounded by incredible restaurants. You certainly won't need a taxi but if you want to take a train the station is across the road. This is a perfect hotel if you like small-medium hotels that are not boring. Thanks to all the staff for making our Washington stay so enjoyable. Stay here.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Joshua L, Assistant General Manager at Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
November 6, 2012
Good afternoon tui52,

Thanks for taking the time to review your recent stay here at the Monaco; it sure looks like you had a great experience and time with us. You have really put to words what we try and accomplish every day.

It’s our amazing and talented associates who make it happen, and I think that you saw that they really do enjoy what they do. The idea of the little extras throughout the day is simply to make it a fun experience while in the hotel; we already know that we are in the best location in DC for outside the hotel activities.

We look forward to seeing you again the next time you are visiting our Nation’s Capital!

Safe travels,

JL
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Also Known As:
Hotel Monaco Washington Dc
Kimpton Washington Dc
Monaco Hotel Washington Dc
Address: 700 F. Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20004
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Region: United States > District of Columbia > Washington DC > Downtown / Chinatown , Penn Quarter , 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:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The luxury Hotel Monaco Washington DC, centrally located in Penn Quarter, occupies the former General Post Office and is a National Historic Building. Built in 1839, this recently renovated beautiful marble building has a stately grace that is matched by the hotel’s exemplary service and luxurious amenities. From the comfort of elegant guestrooms, you are steps from the bustling Poste Moderne Brasserie, Verizon Center, the Smithsonian, National Mall and a plethora of museums. ... more   less 
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