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Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel: Traveler Reviews

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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Bluemont, Virginia
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Good value, comfortable stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2013

Received an excellent room rate when I booked through Priceline. Quiet, spacious room, comfortable beds. Valet was easy to use and staff were all extremely friendly. I would definitely consider staying here again.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Los Angeles
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Rouge Good for Families”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

We recently stayed at the Rouge for three nights. We had two of our children with us and reserved a king room with a separate nook with two bunk beds. The layout of the room was great. The King bed was very comfortable and the kids loved the bunk room with the tv, video game player, and little refrigerator. Only two little complaints about the room. The bathroom is very small and the two lounge chairs in the room are the most uncomfortable chairs I have ever sat in. I am sure they were chosen for their design, but whoever chose them should have sat in them first. That having been said, we very much enjoyed our stay and would recommend the Rouge. The only other caveat is that the location is a little bit out of the way. Other hotels are better located.

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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Brooklyn, New York
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A nice boutique hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

We came to this red hotel for Valentine's day (what could be more perfect?) and it was a very nice experience. The AAA rate was very reasonable and the hotel is located on 16th St NW, which is down the street from the White House. The rooms were clean and most importantly everything SMELLED clean. The sheets were changed daily (you'd be surprised how often some hotels just tuck them back in) and the decor was very nice. The room was spacious and it had a MODERN flatscreen tv that is big.

Free wine on tap 5-6 (we didn't go, since we don't like to mingle/network) but the pizza on Saturday and Sunday mornings is nice.

I would recommend this hotel for a younger crowd, it seems geared for young professionals or groups of friends coming out to have fun. It's a nice location across from the Australian embassy.

I would only complain about the lack of free wifi and the paid parking.

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  • Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 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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new york
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308 reviews 308 reviews
26 hotel reviews
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65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
“I often stay in Kimpton hotels in DC”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

This one is very red. But I like red. It has the Kimpton sense of humor. The goldfish at the front desk is named as a concierge. The continental buffet breakfast is priced better ($12) and included more goodies than most. The room is very comfortable. Shower excellent. Bathroom a bit small. Room could use a coffeemaker. Just know it is 4 blocks from either Farragut North or Dupont Circle subway stop-not right there. Two blocks from a nice block on P (between 14th and 15th) (this is at 16th and O) with Whole Foods and restaurants. A lovely lunge off the breafast room would be good to rent for cocktails or after-parties and lovely rest rooms off main lobby.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 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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Stafford, Virginia
1 review
“excellent stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013

The hotel and employees were very sweet. I booked this room for Valentine's Day and in my request I asked for rose petals in the room. Although, they do not offer that 'type' of service due to damages that may be acquired to the sheets if the rose petals were accidentally washed in, they still put a dozen red roses in a vase and told us the roses were a gift and we could keep them along with the vase. The room was beautiful and sexy! The bed was extremely comfortable and we slept like a baby; no traffic noise or hall noise complaints. My husband and I enjoyed our stay and we'll definitely return!!!! Best hotel I've ever stayed in by far!!!!!!!

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  • Stayed February 2013, 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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Also Known As:
Kimpton Washington Dc
Hotel Rouge
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:
#11 Business Hotels in Washington DC
#24 Romantic Hotels in Washington DC
#25 Family Hotels in Washington DC
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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