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The Jefferson

Washington D.C. • Downtown • SPLURGE

avg. $529 / night

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Free breakfast

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At a glance

A 1923 Beaux-Arts landmark four blocks from the White House with Federal and masculine room aesthetics.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts and political history buffs

Highlights:

  • 1923 Beaux-Arts limestone tower by Jules Henri de Sibour
  • Rooms split between Federal-period warmth and masculine ebonized aesthetics
  • Barrel-vaulted skylight dining room with Wedgwood-blue plasterwork
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PB hotel design editorial

At 1200 16th Street NW, four blocks from the White House, a nine-story Beaux-Arts limestone tower designed by Jules Henri de Sibour opened in 1923 as a residential apartment building for Washington's political elite. That pedigree — proximity to power, an address that has sheltered senators and diplomats for a century — gives The Jefferson its particular gravity, and the 2009 restoration by SR/A Interior Design honored it without retreating into pastiche. The facade presents as a compressed neoclassical monument: restrained rustication at the base, paired pilasters climbing the upper floors, a deep cornice capping the whole in a manner de Sibour borrowed freely from Second Empire Paris. Inside, the 99 rooms and suites calibrate between two registers. Some carry a Federal period warmth — Louis XVI-style sleigh beds in painted oak, toile drapery in sage green, bouillotte lamps on inlaid marble-topped nightstands — while others take a darker, more masculine line: ebonized four-poster beds dressed in burnt orange, charcoal leather settees, silver-gilt chandelier arms above geometric carpet. The front desk sits beneath a monumental pastoral oil painting, black-and-white marble underfoot, gold-toned Empire chairs flanking mahogany writing tables. The restaurant dining room is the building's most theatrical interior: a barrel-vaulted skylight of leaded glass arches above Wedgwood-blue plasterwork friezes, candle sconces, and harlequin marble floors — a room that makes Washington's appetite for neoclassical ceremony feel entirely earned.

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Set in a restored 1926 Beaux-Arts building, The Jefferson, Washington, DC offers timeless elegance in the heart of the capital, just minutes from the White House and the Washington Monument. Sophisticated rooms and suites feature classic furnishings and refined details, complemented by 24-hour butler service, a serene spa, a fitness center, and distinguished dining experiences.

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The Jefferson Reviews

1,653 reviews

"Location: beautiful. Walking distance to a variety of historic places. Atmosphere: elegant, refined, peaceful. Guest-focused. Rooms: beautiful, elegant. Well-stocked. Quiet. Refreshing. Value: worth the extra expense. There are few luxury hotels that deliver on promise - this is one of them. From the bartender, to the room service, to the valet. Cleanliness: exceptional. Noise level: quiet. We will look forward to an opportunity to return. My husband has a disability. Everyone couldn’t have been kinder and more helpful. Quill and The Greenhouse - also exceptional, luxury experiences. Paul and Sonora - the concierges - were remarkable - they were helpful long before we arrived."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 06, 2026

"We cannot say enough wonderful things about The Jefferson hotel!! The moment we arrived to time of departure the hotel staff was over the top with customer service; from the front desk, the bar, the restaurant to housekeeping; all amazing! The hotel itself is absolutely beautiful, in a great location and the food is delicious. We have stayed at other wonderful hotels in the area, this one is a bit more quaint and a bit more customer focused (more of both than expected) so this is now going to be our go to when back in DC! A special thank you to Samar!! You were so kind to us our entire trip; see you again soon!!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 06, 2026

"The Jefferson is the classic definition of a boutique hotel…big enough to have all the offerings needed for travel and small enough to have lots of charm. Excellent staff, accommodations and restaurant and bar make it a great place to stay."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jun 24, 2026

"This is a family owned bouquet hotel that we enjoyed very much during our stay. It’s smaller, 99 rooms, has a great bar, 9 original signed documents from Thomas Jefferson, great restaurant, very personalized and professional service. Its very quiet and low key, classical and elegant decorations with modern amenities. It’s a great value compared to other “5” star hotels. This place is what we consider a true 5 star hotel. It’s a totally different experience than the other quote 5 star hotels in the area that are corporate owned with high employee turnover. This is family owned and many of the employees are long tenured employees who care and treat guests as family. The daily parking rate is about half as much as the other 5 star hotels in the city. If you’re looking for a louder electric bolder hotel full of pretentious, people and staff that don’t care then take this one off your list but if you want to be treated like family by a family owned five star hotel, then look no further than the Jefferson. We will definitely come back every time we’re in the city. This hotel is also the most awarded hotel in the city, and that is irrefutable."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 28, 2026

"My sister and I spent the weekend here May 15-17. We had a superb time here. The service was perfect, the ambiance terrific and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and special. My sister left her designer sunglasses by mistake on a table and Eden (the breakfast hostess) saw them and returned them to my sister. Kevin Lauter, the food and beverage manager, was excellent and gave us great advice and much needed help with Chat GPT!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 17, 2026

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