"Sited right on the Dupont Circle roundabout, this long-styled hotel melds recent renovations with a social scene anchored by a Martin Brudnizki–designed restaurant whose coral velvet banquettes, marble tables, and expansive outdoor terrace draw locals and diplomats alike. A walnut-and-brass whiskey bar channels Irish flair, while 327 sleek rooms mostly overlook the circle; penthouse suites refreshed by Clodagh include deep soaking tubs and private terraces. The lobby feels like a high-end apartment, complete with a cozy fireplace and look-through bookcase, and the location puts the capital literally at guests’ doorstep." - Laura Dannen Redman, Nicholas DeRenzo