PLACEMAKR DUPONT CIRCLE, Washington

Placemakr Dupont Circle - A historic mansion-turned-hotel with fully equipped apartments and presidential legacy on Embassy Row

Located in Embassy Row along Massachusetts Avenue, this 4-star Washington hotel occupies the Patterson Mansion, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Placemakr Dupont Circle's rooms have hosted notable figures from President Calvin Coolidge to Charles Lindbergh. The property features studio and one-bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens, washer/dryer facilities, and private bathrooms with rainfall showers. Each unit includes hardwood floors, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, air conditioning, and free WiFi. The building houses a 24-hour fitness center, shared lounge areas, and a library with fireplaces. The grand foyer offers custom seating and a built-in bar for events. Situated 0.5 miles from Dupont Circle, Placemakr provides direct access to The Phillips Collection (0.5 miles) and multiple dining options within a 0.3-mile radius, including Pizzeria Paradiso and Un je ne sais Quoi.

Pros

Historic mansion with presidential connections and architectural significance

Multiple event spaces ranging from intimate rooms to grand halls

Private balconies in select units overlooking Dupont Circle

Custom interior features including built-in bars and fireplace lounges

Cons

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport requires transportation arrangements

No on-site restaurant within the property