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Hotel Information: History and whimsy define the Monaco, set in the former General Post Office/Tariff Building. Deep-green marble walls and green glass chandeliers highlight the lobby. A National Historic Landmark, the Monaco has incorporated the distinctive architectural styles of Robert Mills (of Washington Monument fame) and Thomas Walter (U.S. Capitol dome).
Amenity highlights: Pets are welcome at the Hotel Monaco, and guests who want a pet but didn’t bring one can room with a hotel-provided goldfish. The Monaco's Poste Moderne brasserie serves French-American fusion dishes made from locally grown organic ingredients. Complimentary evening wine and morning coffee are served in the lobby. The hotel’s fitness and business centers are open 24 hours a day.
Insider tip: The hotel's Paris Ballroom, with its Corinthian columns and domed ceiling adorned with the ancient symbol of healing, the caduceus, served as a hospital during the Civil War.
Rooms
A bust of Thomas Jefferson watches over every guestroom, reminding guests of the hotel's historical significance. Orange accents against buttery yellow walls and headboards covered in quirky designs add whimsical notes to the rooms' original 19-foot vaulted ceilings and neoclassical architectural elements. Rooms at Hotel Monaco Washington DC - a Kimpton Hotel provide complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet access. Large desks have comfortable, upholstered chairs. Rooms offer TVs with premium cable channels and pay movies, five-disk CD players, cordless phones, MP3 player hookups, and safes that accommodate laptops. Personalized wake-up calls include weather reports and history facts of the day, and each morning a complimentary newspaper is delivered. |
All Kimpton Hotels incorporate more than 40 eco-friendly products and practices through its environmental program, Kimpton Hotels EarthCare.
Guests can expect in-room recycling bins, shade-grown/organic coffee, and water-efficient bathrooms. Other highlights include the use of use non-toxic cleaning products, recycled paper, and energy-efficient lightbulbs.
Room Amenities
- Internet access - wireless
- Internet access - high speed
- Premium TV channel(s)
- Cable/satellite TV
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Complimentary newspaper
- Air conditioning
- Climate control
- Voice mail
- Internet access - complimentary
- Direct-dial phone
- Multi-line phone
- Internet access - dial-up
- Minibar
- Wake-up calls
- Extra towels/bedding
- Housekeeping
- Turndown service
- Bathroom telephone
- Designer toiletries
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- CD player
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Video-game console
- Clock radio
- Window opens
- Rollaway beds
- Cribs (infant beds) available
- Wheelchair accessible
Recreation
A 24-hour on-site fitness center has treadmills with LCD TVs and earphones, cardio equipment, and free weights.
A four-story YMCA with a swimming pool is two blocks from the hotel. The Hotel Monaco is four blocks from the National Mall, with its open space to jog or walk.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near Hotel Monaco Washington DC - a Kimpton Hotel ; fees may apply.
- Ice skating nearby
- Running track/path nearby
Property Amenities
The Hotel Monaco is located in Washington, DC's Penn Quarter, across the street from the National Portrait Gallery. A transformed federal building, the hotel is a playful mix of neoclassical architecture and whimsical decor with bold orange accents and modern art pieces throughout its public spaces. Some machines in the 24-hour fitness center include LCD TVs with earphones. A business center with both Macs and PCs is open 24 hours a day (surcharge). Overnight shoeshines are complimentary, as are morning newspapers. This pet-friendly hotel provides a goldfish in a bowl to keep guests company. Guests arriving with pets receive food and water bowls, neighborhood dog-walking maps and pick-up bags, pet treats, and a room-service menu just for pets. The property is smoke-free. |
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Fitness equipment
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
- Bar/lounge
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Room service (24 hours)
- Parking (surcharge)
- Parking (valet)
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Banquet facilities
- Business center
- Conference room(s)
- Event catering
- Internet access in public areas - surcharge
- Safe-deposit box - front desk
- Number of rooms: 184
- Concierge services
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Security guard
- Multilingual staff
- 24-hour front desk
- Dry cleaning service
- Shoe shine
- Patio
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Smoke-free property
Policies
There are no room charges for children 18 and younger occupying the same room as their parents.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- Pets accepted
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
Know Before You Go
Guests departing prior to their scheduled departure date may be subject to an early departure fee, up to one night’s room rate plus tax.
The hotel does not charge a pet fee or deposit, but guests with pets are responsible for paying any fees associated with pet clean-up or damage to guestrooms or public areas.
Fees
Hotel Monaco Washington DC - a Kimpton Hotel charges the following fees and deposits at either check-in or check-out.
- Valet parking: $30 per night; underground secured parking with in/out privileges
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Dining
Poste Moderne Brasserie - An open kitchen, outdoor seating in a glass-enclosed area, skylights, and large picture windows are among the highlights of this modern brasserie. High-sided booths provide privacy. Originally the mail-sorting room, Poste retains original cast-iron ceilings, granite walls, and masonry floors. Open seven days a week with brunch on weekends; the Poste bar is open while the restaurant is open and after hours. |
Sample menu for Poste Moderne Brasserie
Appetizers:
- Tomato Bruschetta
- Escargot
- Beef Tartare
Main courses: - Wild Alaskan Halibut
- Steamed Mussels
- Steak Frites
Desserts: - Philadelphia Almond Cake
- Chocolate Pot de Creme
Address
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Washington, DC 20004
USA
Nearest major airport:
Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan National)
Area:
Downtown, Washington D.C., United States of America
