Dupont Circle draws diplomats, gallery-goers, and business travelers to a walkable grid of embassies, independent restaurants, and boutique hotels along Massachusetts Avenue and New Hampshire Avenue NW. The five properties on this page range from the only 5-star address physically on the circle down to a reliable 3-star Courtyard, so there's a good pick at more than one price point.
How we ranked hotels in Dupont Circle
Star rating set the order, and guest review scores sourced from our own booking inventory settled ties within the same star tier. Those scores reflect verified stays booked through the hotels we sell, not aggregated third-party estimates. Sustainability credentials are noted where a property holds a verified one, but they did not move anything up or down. The result is a list that skews upscale but includes one 3-star mid-range option.
Every property had to be inside Dupont Circle proper. Hotels in Logan Circle, Adams Morgan, or Kalorama were excluded regardless of quality. We also excluded short-term rentals and unrated properties with zero guest reviews, since there is no reliable signal of the guest experience.
Dupont Circle hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Walk to Metro (min) | Nearest Metro station |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dupont Circle Hotel | 5 | 9.0 | 4 | Dupont Circle (Red Line) |
| Hotel Madera | 4 | 9.6 | 5 | Dupont Circle (Red Line) |
| The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle | 4 | 9.0 | 5 | Dupont Circle (Red Line) |
| The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., a Tribute Portfolio Hotel | 4 | 8.6 | 6 | Dupont Circle (Red Line) |
| Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle | 3 | 8.1 | 4 | Dupont Circle (Red Line) |
Before you book in Dupont Circle
- The Dupont Circle Metro station (Red Line) has two entrances: Q Street at Connecticut Avenue NW, and 19th Street at the circle. Check which exit is closer to your hotel before you arrive.
- Street parking in Dupont Circle is metered and competitive on weekday evenings. If you are driving, confirm whether your hotel offers on-site or valet parking before you arrive.
- Massachusetts Avenue NW between Dupont Circle and Observatory Circle is Embassy Row. Expect occasional road closures and security details on weekdays.
- The neighborhood is walkable to Georgetown (about 25 minutes on foot via P Street NW) and to Logan Circle (about 15 minutes via 14th Street NW). We have a separate page for hotels in Logan Circle if that area suits your plans better.
The hotels
The Dupont Circle Hotel
1500 New Hampshire Ave Nw
9.02,042 reviews
4 min walk to Dupont Circle (Red)The only 5-star property physically on Dupont Circle, with a guest score of 9.0 and direct access to New Hampshire Avenue NW.
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Hotel Madera
1310 New Hampshire Ave Nw
9.62,695 reviews
4 min walk to Dupont Circle (Red)Highest guest score among the 4-star properties on this list at 9.6, on New Hampshire Avenue NW, 5 minutes from the Metro.
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The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
2121 P St Nw
9.01,968 reviews
5 min walk to Dupont Circle (Red)Full-service Sonesta property on P Street NW with a guest score of 9.0, a reliable 4-star brand option inside Dupont Circle.
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The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
2015 Massachusetts Ave NW
8.6628 reviews
6 min walk to Dupont Circle (Red)4-star Tribute Portfolio property on Massachusetts Avenue NW with a verified pool and a guest score of 8.6.
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Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
1733 N St NW
8.1631 reviews
4 min walk to Dupont Circle (Red)3-star Courtyard on N Street NW, 4 minutes from the Metro, and the pick here if you're watching the budget.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Metro station serves Dupont Circle hotels?＋
The Dupont Circle station on the Red Line is the primary stop. It has two street-level entrances: a north entrance at Q Street and Connecticut Avenue NW, and a south entrance at 19th Street and Dupont Circle. Most hotels on this list are 4 to 6 minutes on foot from one of those exits.
Are there 5-star hotels in Dupont Circle?＋
Yes, one: The Dupont Circle Hotel at 1500 New Hampshire Avenue NW. It's right on the circle and has a guest score of 9.0.
What is the best-reviewed hotel in Dupont Circle?＋
Hotel Madera at 1310 New Hampshire Avenue NW holds the highest guest score among the hotels on this list, at 9.6. It is a 4-star property on the south end of Dupont Circle, about 5 minutes from the Metro station.
Do any Dupont Circle hotels have a pool?＋
The Ven at Embassy Row on Massachusetts Avenue NW is the only hotel on this list with a verified pool. If you want to swim, book this one.
Is Dupont Circle walkable to Georgetown?＋
Georgetown is roughly a 25-minute walk from Dupont Circle via P Street NW. There is no Metro stop in Georgetown, so walking or rideshare are the practical options. If you plan to spend significant time in Georgetown, check our separate page for hotels closer to that neighborhood.
Which Dupont Circle hotels are pet-friendly?＋
The Dupont Circle Hotel, The Ven at Embassy Row, Hotel Madera, and The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle all list pet-friendly policies in their publicly available amenity information. Confirm size limits and any fees directly with the property before you arrive.
