We spent 4 nights at the Lombardy. The first night we spent in a deluxe king room with a small kitchenette; sink and fridge in sleek stainless steel. Our DC daughter decided that she wanted to stay with us the rest of our stay and the very accommodating desk staff moved us to a two-room suite with a pull out couch, which apparently was quite comfortable. The move allowed us a view of the park and Penn. Avenue activity.

One complaint: the pillows are hard as a rock, although there were alot of them. I'd rather have two great pillows than six hard ones.

We loved the feel of this hotel--it is a Historic Hotel of America, through the National Trust for Historic Preservation. These hotels are generally one of a kind and so much more interesting to visit than the vanilla chains. The Lombardy was once an apartment building and the rooms feel like small apartments.

We were very impressed with everyone who we came in contact with on staff--very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was wonderful but expensive (the french toast is amazing.) We spent some time in the dark and intimate bar and had a dinner in the Venetian Room. The crab cakes did not disappoint. Mohemmed was a very cordial and attentive waiter.

Location of the Lombardy is excellent for visits to both the National Mall and the White House.

Thanks, Lombardy, for a memorable and comfortable stay.

We used this hotel as a base from which to explore DC and were not disappointed in our choice. Much of the old character of the building has been retained which gives the hotel a nice feel lacking in the larger chains. Our room was a perfectly adequate size, in good condition and very clean. Surprisingly the hotel has no pc facilities available for guests' use, which I would have thought was pretty much mandatory these days. Guests have to forward emails to the front desk to get any printing done; what a waste of their time! The White House area is within an easy walk as are good restaurants. We went into the bar a couple of times, pleasant enough but watch the $s fly away!

Old fashioned hotel in downtown DC between White House and Georgetown. Enjoyed a charming corner room.
A delicious breakfast in the elegant cafe.
Friendly and helpful staff.
A quiet inside bar for relaxing after strolling museums. Here you can fall asleep with no worry :-)

The hotel is older but warm and inviting. The doorman are welcoming, friendly and helpful. The housekeeping personnel are fantastic and quick to provide you with what you need. Room service was so nice? Only two negatives. One is that some of the front desk people need to be a little more friendly. Very clean and great location. The second is the pillows. Way too thick and uncomfortable to sleep on. Otherwise great hotel.