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The Architect

2.5 star property

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Stunning staircase with ornate chandelier and marble accents, flanked by elegant walls and a lush potted plant.
Hotel entrance with a clear sign above the glass doors, flanked by large windows and a reception area visible through the glass.
Relax in style with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table in our inviting lobby area.
Relax in a cozy space with a large bed and a wooden headboard, complemented by a nightstand and lamp.
Bathroom features a toilet, sink with granite countertop, and a large mirror.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
1025 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005
  • White House
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • National Mall
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Architect

Hotel in Downtown Washington D.C.
This smoke-free hotel features a microwave in a common area, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a computer station, a TV in a common area, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite.
The Architect offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The Architect features multilingual staff, concierge services, and a television in a common area. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This business-friendly hotel also offers an elevator and a microwave in a common area.

The Architect is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.25 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.25 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Architect Hotel Washington
The Architect Hotel
The Architect Washington
The Architect Hotel Washington

The Architect Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I can honestly say this is one of the worst hotels I have ever stayed in. Some staff were polite and respectful and some were not! The mattress had a plastic cover which makes for a sweaty sleep along with the noise outside which is loud and intrusive at night. My complaint regarding “lost” belongings in the hotel was handled poorly and it was suggested by a female staff member that “ I was not telling the truth and they didn’t know what to believe”. This was completely unprofessional and unsympathetic conduct. I was also informed that their security cameras were “ not visible” whatever that means. The room was very clean but stuffy. I would not recommend this hotel for more than a night if at all but I guess you get what you pay for.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Stay.

Chill quiet spot. Love all the hardwood!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

shengyi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Ok budget place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Deandrea

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a cool older hotel. It has some quirks, but lots of charm. One issue in the 7th floor bathroom: There's not a separate light from the noisy fan. It makes it difficult to listen to the TV news while you're getting ready in the morning. Small things. But the location is superb in downtown Washington. They also could use some complimentary coffee downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Didn't work for us

The room was small but livable and looked clean. The air quality was unbearable with the deodorizer. (Fabreeze or similar) We were in the room for less than an hour and left. It was midnight and didn't feel like arguing and just left. As some of the other comments suggested and I didn't believe it, to check in, you had to interrupt the front desk person who was outside getting high.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First of all let me say that for the price this is the best place to stay. The rooms are small it is a older hotel but the architecture and the location are absolutely fantastic. The dining around the area is wonderful transportation by Metro is fantastic had no problems whatsoever. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gopal

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yvette

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camila

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay, fare prices, considering the area. You can explore the tourists buildings and the night life by walking. Very clean space. Nice shower, but the bathroom exhaust fan was really loud and it couldn't be turn off if lights were on. The corredor had a exagherate smell of air freshner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Shaden

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the staff great vibes and energy!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very quaint, with all that you need.

Great and cozy in an older setting. Comfortable rooms with just the right size, and very clean and comfy for quick stays. The concierge team was invaluable and polite, and the location is near the city center, within walking distance of the Metro.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, reasonable price, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deitra D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamus

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
It was a basic no frills room. Somewhat comfortable but very noisy. The water pressure was low and difficult maintaining hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

A very quaint and secluded place within walking distance of plenty of places to eat and sightsee. The room was clean no issue at all very comforting bed. The only issue about the room is the watering system will make it weird noise when you turn the shower on, but besides that a real great place. Also with it being DC of course parking will be an issue
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marites

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025