The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection

Dupont Circle and Embassy Row, Washington DC

Star rating

Boutique Queen Room
Deluxe Larger 2 Double Room
Edgar Bar & Kitchen
Premier King Room
Edgar Bar & Kitchen
One Bedroom Suite
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Boutique Queen Room
Deluxe Larger 2 Double Room
Edgar Bar & Kitchen
Premier King Room
Edgar Bar & Kitchen
One Bedroom Suite

The hotel

Rubbing shoulders with the political bigwigs of Washington DC, The Mayflower is just a few blocks from the city’s most famous address, the White House. It’s a landmark in its own right though, welcoming guests for more than 90 years and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, its supersized and super-opulent marble lobby would befit any visiting statesman. Its dining venue would suit dignitaries too – EDGAR Bar & Kitchen is all edgy masculine styling, high-end drinks and cocktails, and American brasserie favourites with an upscale twist. Luckily, its fitness centre is open 24/7 to work off all the treats and tipples – although, you’re better off getting out and exploring all the landmarks, museums, and galleries within a stroll of your doorstep, from Smithsonian museums to world-class shopping magnets, or hopping on the subway just around the corner.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Valet parking
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Mere blocks from the White House and less than half a mile from the nearest Smithsonian Museums and the National Geographic Museum. 1.1 miles from Washington DC Convention Center, 2.8 miles from the International Spy Museum, 1.9 miles from Capital One Arena, and 2.8 miles from US Capitol. The nearest subway station is just a few moments’ stroll, and you can also walk to Dupont Circle.

Transfer time from Washington Dulles International Airport: 35 minutes.

Hotel information

512 rooms and 69 suites on 10 floors. All with air-conditioning, 32" TV with cable channels and in-room movies*, WiFi*, alarm clock, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and bathrobes. 

Boutique Rooms have 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Premier Rooms are larger and have 1 king-size bed, or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Deluxe Rooms are larger again and have a marble bathroom, sitting area with oversized chair, floor-to-ceiling windows and either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

One-Bedroom Suites have separate living room, marble bathroom, an additional TV, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Deluxe One-Bedroom Suites are as above, but larger, and with bath tub in the bathroom, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Edgar Bar & Kitchen (American brasserie menu, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus brunch at the weekends).

24-hour fitness centre.

Local restaurant dinner delivery*. Complimentary WiFi (in public spaces). Concierge. Valet/dry-cleaning service*. Babysitting service* (on request). Valet parking $69 plus tax, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1417)
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  • Average (467)
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Aug 11, 2025 JC0226 Charlotte, North Carolina

This is a nice hotel, but nothing special. The restaurant, however, is awful, overpriced and not worth eating a meal from. The location is close to a Metro stop, which is nice. It's a good location for walking to a few bakeries, places to eat, shopping and Dupont Circle. Azi is an amazing concierge. She is a gem and very knowledgeable.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Meh..there are better alternatives for your stay in DC

Aug 8, 2025 Lisa T

Second time to stay here. Very much looking forward to it. Definitely has lost pizazz in the past few months. Edgar’s was mediocre at best. Happy hour both times was ok…breakfast got out completely wrong and didn’t even say sorry. The big fly in the ointment was when we experienced an issue with the air conditioner in our room Finally… Read more
Second time to stay here. Very much looking forward to it. Definitely has lost pizazz in the past few months. Edgar’s was mediocre at best. Happy hour both times was ok…breakfast got out completely wrong and didn’t even say sorry. The big fly in the ointment was when we experienced an issue with the air conditioner in our room Finally called the front desk at 4 am and waited on service representative to come look at the unit. He was very kind and knowledgeable. He stated it wasn’t communicating with the wall unit (a known issue) and they could have someone reprogram it the following morning. We were offered a chance to switch rooms finally but we declined due to the time of morning 0440. The unit was fixed the following day. Why not verify before you assign guests to the room!? I felt this caliber of hotel should have offered some type of compensation for our inconvenience. We tried to discuss with the front desk upon checkout and was told we needed to see a manager. (Wasn’t arriving until after we left) we requested a manager call us and guess what? Three days later and we are still waiting. Guess we won’t be a third time loyal guest at the Mayflower. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location, and clean location

Jul 16, 2025 Terry C

Great people, with people skills. Great location. The pricing in the restaurant seems to be a little high. but the food was good
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful Stay!

Jun 29, 2025 JudgeSue Henderson, Nevada

My husband and I stayed 4 nights to attend the DAR Continental Congress. I can’t say enough good things about this hotel. Beautiful, classic, clean, updated in a great way, along with good and friendly service. Housekeeping provided every day and room had all the amenities we needed. The price for accommodations was less than that in other… Read more
My husband and I stayed 4 nights to attend the DAR Continental Congress. I can’t say enough good things about this hotel. Beautiful, classic, clean, updated in a great way, along with good and friendly service. Housekeeping provided every day and room had all the amenities we needed. The price for accommodations was less than that in other comparable hotels and is closely located to the Metro and good restaurants/bars. We will be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Comfortable hotel, great staff, shame about the aircon.

Jun 28, 2025 382JoanneK Worcester, United Kingdom

Extremely spacious, well equipped rooms with very comfortable beds. The staff were really helpful and friendly, convenient for seeing the sights but other than coffee shops not much choice of places to eat or shop in the area . This seems to be primarily a conference hotel so as tourists from outside the US we felt a little out of place. The small… Read more
Extremely spacious, well equipped rooms with very comfortable beds. The staff were really helpful and friendly, convenient for seeing the sights but other than coffee shops not much choice of places to eat or shop in the area . This seems to be primarily a conference hotel so as tourists from outside the US we felt a little out of place. The small but significant issue in this hotel was the very noisy air conditioning system in our room, as temperatures reached 110 degrees during our stay there was no option but to keep it switched on most of the time, too noisy to sleep and also gave us temporary sore throats, think the system needs replacing with something more modern. Read less