Dupont Circle and Embassy Row neighborhood guide
This guide covers staying at The Dupont Circle Hotel and exploring the Dupont Circle / Embassy Row neighborhood nearby. The hotel sits at 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, steps from Dupont Circle Park and Embassy Row, with easy access to the Red Line at Dupont Circle station.
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Getting to the hotel & local transport
The Dupont Circle Hotel’s address is 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036. The Guest Relations team can arrange private airport transfers on request; the hotel does not operate a scheduled airport shuttle.
Dupont Circle Metro station (Red Line) is a short walk from the hotel entrance and provides a direct route through downtown Washington. Road travel times to area airports vary by route and traffic.
- Nearest airport: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) — about 20 minutes by car or metro (time varies).
- Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) — commonly cited around 45 minutes by car or metro (time varies).
- Capital Bikeshare stations and multiple city bus routes serve the Dupont Circle neighborhood.
| Transport | Notes |
|---|---|
| Dupont Circle Metro (Red Line) | Short walk from hotel entrance; direct downtown access |
| Private transfer | Arranged by Guest Relations on request |
| Taxi / Rideshare | Common option to/from airports and local attractions |
Neighborhood highlights — Dupont Circle & Embassy Row
Dupont Circle Park and Embassy Row are immediately outside the hotel; Embassy Row’s historic mansions and diplomatic buildings are an easy stroll. The hotel’s location places many museums and landmarks within walking distance or a short ride.
Nearby cultural stops include the Phillips Collection and the National Geographic Museum, both within roughly a 10-minute walk; the White House is about an 18-minute walk (around one mile).
- Dupont Circle Park — 1-minute walk
- Embassy Row — 1-minute walk
- The Phillips Collection — about 6 minutes on foot
- National Geographic Museum — about 9 minutes on foot
- White House — about an 18-minute walk (roughly 1.0 mile)
| Place | Approximate walk time from hotel |
|---|---|
| Dupont Circle Park | 1 minute |
| Embassy Row | 1 minute |
| Phillips Collection | ~6 minutes |
Hotel amenities you should know
The hotel provides 24-hour room service (with a limited overnight menu 11:00 PM–6:00 AM), complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi throughout, and a 24-hour fitness center in the basement accessible with a room key.
There is no on-site spa or swimming pool; the concierge can recommend nearby spa facilities. Valet parking and laundry/dry cleaning are available for a fee.
- 24-hour fitness center (basement) — room-key access required
- 24-hour room service; limited overnight menu 11:00 PM–6:00 AM
- Complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas
- No on-site spa or pool; concierge arranges nearby options
- Pet policy: one dog under 50 lbs per room, $100 non-refundable deposit
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Overnight and day options available (fees apply) |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours; basement location |
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary high-speed in rooms and public areas |
Rooms and suites — what to expect
Guest rooms and suites include a Nespresso coffee maker, a tea kettle with assorted teas, Frédéric Malle bathroom products, and bottled water. Mini bar access is available for an additional charge; Level Nine Suites include complimentary mini bar access and a locally sourced treat basket.
The hotel offers multiple room types and suites to suit different needs — from standard guest rooms to multi-room suites and penthouse-level suites.
- All rooms include complimentary Wi‑Fi and the in-room amenities listed above.
- Accessible ADA-compliant rooms are available with roll-in showers and height-adjusted sinks.
- The hotel’s Penthouse Suites floor can be booked for exclusive use by a wedding party.
| Room / Suite | Beds |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds |
| Classic Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds |
| Signature Room | 1 King Bed |
| Executive Room | 1 King Bed |
| Signature Parkview Suite | 1 King Bed |
| Signature Suite, Terrace | 1 King Bed |
| Junior Suite | 1 King Bed |
Dining and nightlife at the hotel
The Pembroke is the hotel’s contemporary American restaurant with global influences; it serves breakfast, brunch and dinner on a set schedule and can handle reservations for hotel guests. Doyle & Co. is the lobby coffee bar for quick bites and pastries.
Doyle is the hotel cocktail bar with mid-century-modern design and panoramic views of Dupont Circle. It serves craft cocktails and a small-plates menu; hours vary by day.
- The Pembroke — serves breakfast, brunch (weekends), and dinner; reservations can be arranged by the hotel.
- Doyle — cocktails and small plates; daytime and late-night hours (varies by day).
- Doyle & Co. — coffee bar in the lobby for pastries and quick drinks.
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| The Pembroke | Breakfast, Brunch (weekends), Dinner |
| Doyle | Cocktails & small plates; afternoon–late night |
| Doyle & Co. | Coffee and grab-and-go pastries |
Meetings, weddings and events
The Dupont Circle Hotel offers more than 10,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space across six rooms, including two ballrooms with terraces. Event spaces are above ground and emphasize natural light.
Ballroom capacities and event inclusions vary by room and configuration; the Dupont Ballroom, Foxhall Ballroom, Glover Park Room and smaller rooms cover a wide range of meeting and wedding sizes. The standard site fee for weddings typically includes chairs, china, linens, tables, set up and clean up along with dedicated event planning support.
- Dupont Ballroom — 3,271 sq. ft.; capacities depend on setup (wedding seating cited up to 150 guests).
- Foxhall Ballroom — ~1,329 sq. ft.; natural light and gas fireplace for intimate events.
- Glover Park Room — ~2,004 sq. ft.; used for ceremonies and receptions.
- Georgetown & Kalorama Rooms — smaller rooms suited to rehearsal dinners and showers.
| Event Room | Notable capacity or feature |
|---|---|
| Dupont Ballroom | 3,271 sq. ft.; outdoor patio; wedding seating up to 150 (depending on setup) |
| Foxhall Ballroom | 1,329 sq. ft.; natural light and fireplace |
| Glover Park Room | 2,004 sq. ft.; wood flooring and natural light |
