Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House By Ihg, Washington - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1501 Rhode Island Ave Nw, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America, 20005-5504

Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House By Ihg, a 3-star property in Embassy Row, provides instant access to Washington DC attractions from its location at the corner of 15th Street NW and Rhode Island Avenue NW. The hotel features a seasonal rooftop pool with panoramic city views, secure on-site parking, and 24-hour guest facilities.

Modern Room Amenities

All guestrooms at Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House feature laptop-friendly workspaces, Keurig coffee makers, in-room safes, and refrigerator/microwave units. Each room includes pillow menus and air conditioning.

Family-Friendly Dining Options

The Avenue Cafe serves American favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual setting. Up to two kids ages 11 and under eat free when ordering from the main menu.

Wellness and Recreation

The renovated fitness center offers treadmills, lifecycles, stair steppers, and universal weight machines accessible 24 hours daily. The rooftop pool operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Central DC Location

Located within walking distance of Dupont Circle and McPherson Square Metro stations, Holiday Inn Washington-Central provides access to the White House, Smithsonian museums, and Capitol One Arena. The hotel offers parking passes for the secure underground garage.

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Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site at USD 53.10 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs US$18.69 per person per day.

There are no cribs provided in a room. There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are not allowed.

English, French, Spanish, Italian, Turkish, Arabic, Korean, Afrikaans

Year renovated:2012

Number of floors:10

Number of rooms:212

Former name

holiday inn washington-central/white house, an ihg hotel

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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4 persons

28 m²

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1 King Size Bed

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5 persons

28 m²

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2 Double beds

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4 persons

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Washington5000 ft

Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA) 5.9 mi

Washington Dulles International (IAD) 26.5 mi

Train

Washington Union Station 1.6 mi

Metro stations

Farragut North2300 ft

Dupont Circle2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 53.10 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Stores/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
In-room computer
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1501 Rhode Island Ave Nw, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America, 20005-5504

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1501 Rhode Island Ave Nw, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America, 20005-5504

City landmarks

Monuments and Landmarks

Lincoln Memorial

1.5 mi

Museums

The White House

1.1 mi

Museums

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

1.2 mi

Museums

National Air and Space Museum

1.6 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Washington Monument

1.3 mi

Museums

Smithsonian National Museum of American History

1.3 mi

1750 Independence Ave. SW Near 7th St. & Independence Ave. SW

National World War II Memorial

1.3 mi

Washington DC

Dupont Circle

2700 ft

Museums

National Gallery of Art

1.4 mi

Events

Walter E Washington Convention Center

4200 ft

Museums

Newseum

1.3 mi

Museums

National Museum of African American History and Culture

1.3 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

1.5 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

1.4 mi

Gallery

National Portrait Gallery

1.2 mi

1538 9th St NW On 9th Street

Carter G Woodson Home National Historic Site

2100 ft

2700 F St NW

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

1.4 mi

Museums

The Phillips Collection

4300 ft

Museums

Smithsonian Institution Building

1.4 mi

Square

National Mall

1.4 mi

17th and K Street NW

Farragut Square

3000 ft

Museums

Smithsonian American Art Museum

1.1 mi

Church

St. John's Church

2800 ft

Museums

Renwick Gallery

4300 ft

10 Daniel French Dr SW

Korean War Veterans Memorial

1.6 mi

Square

Freedom Plaza

4800 ft

Museums

Ford's Theatre

1.1 mi

Gallery

Corcoran Gallery of Art

1.0 mi

Parks

President's Park

1.1 mi

Nearby

Museums

National Geographic Museum

1800 ft

Restaurants

sweetgreen

900 ft

1471 P St NW Logan Circle

Whole Foods Market

1000 ft

1440 P Street North West

Peet's

1000 ft

1156 15th St NW

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

1300 ft

1322 14th St NW

Black Whiskey

1000 ft

1410 14th St NW The stairway next door to Trade

14th St Cafe Asian Bistro

1100 ft

1416 14th St NW

Lalibela

700 ft

1415 14th St NW

Starbucks

2100 ft

1331 Pennsylvania Ave NW

Maki Shop

1000 ft

1522 14th St NW

Pasha's Kitchen

2100 ft

1523 17th St NW

Post Pub

1800 ft

1422 L St NW

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

58%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

5.8/10

Guest rating

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.0

Service

8.0

Dining

6.4

United States of America, February 2025

6.2/10

I had a pleasant stay overall at Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House, although not without its hiccups. The staff was incredibly friendly and responsive, which made my experience enjoyable, but I had an issue with the extra cot we paid for—it was in poor condition. Additionally, the hotel is conveniently located near attractions and public transport, making my exploration of D.C. much easier.

Rooms

8.0

The room I stayed in was clean and spacious with a comfortable bed, but the additional cot I ordered was very outdated and uncomfortable, which was disappointing.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating. When I expressed my concern regarding the cot, they promptly removed the charge and apologized, reflecting great customer service.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is excellent, just a stone’s throw from metro access and major attractions, which made getting around the city a breeze.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the food at the onsite restaurant, although I felt some options were limited, especially for children.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel boasts nice common areas and a rooftop pool, adding a touch of relaxation after long days of sightseeing, but the laundry facilities were also a great convenience.

United States of America, January 2025

5.2/10

My stay at the Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House was mixed. While the location was great, allowing easy access to nearby attractions, I did encounter several issues during my visit. The room was generally clean and well-equipped, but the breakfast experience was disappointing. Overall, I appreciated the friendly staff, yet some aspects of the service could use improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was large, clean, and provided all the necessities for a comfortable stay. However, I experienced issues, such as the air conditioning malfunctioning before housekeeping entered my room despite my do not disturb sign.

Service

6.0

The staff's friendliness was a highlight, especially Jonathan at the front desk, who took accountability for the issues I faced. However, the service during breakfast was lacking, as I often had to seek someone to assist with my needs.

Location

9.0

The hotel is centrally located, which made it convenient for visiting popular sites like the White House. There are plenty of dining options, including a Whole Foods just a couple of blocks away.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was offered at a Johnny Rockets in the lobby, but the limited selection and slow service made it less enjoyable than expected. I opted to eat out most of the time instead.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel has a rooftop pool that looked inviting, but I didn’t have a chance to enjoy it. The in-room amenities like a microwave and fridge were practical for my stay.

Diane

United States of America, January 2025

5.4/10

I enjoyed my stay at the Holiday Inn, where the friendly staff made a great first impression and the location was perfect for exploring nearby attractions. The suite I booked was spacious, equipped with all the essentials, and had a nice layout that included a sofa bed. However, I found the bathrooms to be a bit dated and would have appreciated a bit more attention to cleanliness in certain areas.

Rooms

8.0

My suite was spacious and included a king bed, a sofa bed, and essential amenities like a fridge and microwave. However, the bathrooms were dated and could use some touch-ups.

Service

10.0

The staff were exceptionally friendly and willing to help with luggage storage before check-in. Their responsiveness added to the welcoming atmosphere.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal, just a few blocks from the White House and close to various dining options like Whole Foods and Jinya Ramen, making it convenient to explore the city.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the breakfast options at the Johnny Rockets in the lobby, though I wished there were more dining options available directly at the hotel.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had useful amenities like an ice machine and vending machines, but there were some issues with ice machine availability during my stay, which was resolved promptly by housekeeping.

Joel

United States of America, November 2024

7.2/10

I enjoyed my stay at the Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House despite a few hiccups. The location was perfect for sightseeing with easy access to key attractions, and the staff were friendly and accommodating, which made me feel welcome. However, I did find the noise from slamming doors disruptive at times, and the pool being closed was a letdown.

Rooms

7.0

My room was spacious and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Nespresso coffee machine. However, I did notice that the mini fridge didn’t cool as well as I hoped, and there were some issues with the suite's door not closing properly.

Service

8.0

The service was hit or miss; some staff were exceptionally helpful and engaging, while a few were less attentive. However, they responded quickly to my requests, which I appreciated.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, just a short walk to the White House and close to various dining options. I found it convenient for both sightseeing and accessing public transportation.

Dining

7.0

I had breakfast at Johnny Rockets, and while it was convenient, the waiting time was quite long. The diner did offer a decent breakfast buffet, which I enjoyed (the pancakes were quite good).

Facilities

6.0

The rooftop pool would have been a great feature, but it was closed during my visit. On the plus side, I really appreciated having access to free laundry facilities as a part of my stay.

Valerie

United States of America, October 2024

5.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at the Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House. The spacious rooms with stunning views were a highlight, though I felt breakfast could use some improvements in organization and variety. The friendly staff contributed positively to my overall experience, but I did encounter some issues with dining service that could be addressed.

Rooms

8.0

My room was nice and spacious with an open view. However, there was a bottle cap and hair in the shower, which detracted from an otherwise clean experience.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally friendly and responsive, making me feel welcome. However, I did have a frustrating experience at breakfast where the service felt a bit lackluster and delays in orders were an inconvenience.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect for sightseeing, just a short walk to major attractions like the White House and close to public transport. This made my holiday trip very convenient.

Dining

6.0

While Johnny Rockets offered a decent breakfast selection, the organization could be better. I noticed some items were unavailable during busy hours, and the voucher I received didn't quite cover the meal cost.

Facilities

8.0

I appreciated the rooftop pool and the availability of nearby eateries which enhanced convenience after a long day exploring the city. The common areas were cozy and well-kept.