HighRoad Washington DC

Victorian hotel within easy reach of Smithsonian's National Zoo

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Nestled near Dupont Circle and the White House, HighRoad Washington DC offers a cozy retreat. Warm up by the lobby fireplace, connect to WiFi in your room, or enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby while planning your day. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
  • Free toiletries
$89 nightly
$103 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Cozy Queen Room, Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Cozy Queen Room, Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Cozy Queen Room, Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Cozy Queen Room, Non-Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Double Twin Bunk Room, Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Double Twin Bunk Room, Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Double Twin Bunk Room, Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Double Twin Bunk Room, Non-Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Two Level Queen Room Top Floor (Ladder Required), Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Two Level Queen Room Top Floor (Ladder Required), Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Two Level Queen Room Top Floor (Ladder Required), Non-Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Two Level Queen Room Top Floor (Ladder Required), Non-Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 120 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Studio, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Transfer Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 175 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Queen Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Lobby Level Queen Over Full Bunk Room | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby Level Queen Over Full Bunk Room | Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Down comforters, memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

Lobby Level Queen Over Full Bunk Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Renovated in 2022
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 150 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1804 Belmont Road NW, Washington, DC, 20009

What's nearby

  • Smithsonian's National Zoo - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Embassy Row - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dupont Circle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Rock Creek Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Smithsonian Institution - 7 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 22 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 32 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 34 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 35 min drive
  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 36 min drive
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 48 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Airport (BWI) - 54 min drive
  • New Carrollton Station - 16 min drive
  • Washington Union Station - 18 min drive
  • Lanham Seabrook Station - 20 min drive
  • Woodley Park-Zoo Station - 14 min walk
  • Dupont Circle Station - 16 min walk
  • U Street Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pitchers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Green Zone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tryst - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cana - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HighRoad Washington DC

At HighRoad Washington DC, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Smithsonian Institution and White House. This Victorian hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Smithsonian's National Zoo and Georgetown University. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Woodley Park-Zoo Station is 14 minutes away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • All guests must present a valid, government-issued ID at check-in.
    • The maximum stay at this property is 14 nights in any 365 day period.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • 24-hour offsite parking within 151 ft (USD 23 per night)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 23 per night (151 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 90 mi (144 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Highroad Hostel DC Washington
Highroad DC Washington
Highroad DC
HighRoad DC
HighRoad Hostel DC
HighRoad Hotel ; Hostel
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HighRoad Washington DC Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Does HighRoad Washington DC offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, HighRoad Washington DC does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at HighRoad Washington DC?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at HighRoad Washington DC?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at HighRoad Washington DC?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at HighRoad Washington DC and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Smithsonian's National Zoo (14-min walk) and Dupont Circle (0.8 mi), along with Rock Creek Park (1.2 mi) and Smithsonian Institution (1.6 mi).

What's the area around HighRoad Washington DC like?

HighRoad Washington DC is a short 14-minute walk from Smithsonian's National Zoo and 16 minutes' walk from Dupont Circle. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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HighRoad Washington DC Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property is located in a great neighborhood with plenty of unique bars and dining options nearby. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless, lots of amenities. Close to a fun neighborhood and good food.
paulino, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff. Such a cute little room.
Shabreia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean room, staff and amenities
Rogelio, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean, nice place. I felt comfortable and safe. Thank y’all
VALENTIN EWORO, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good vibes, impeccable staff. I love that there is a kitchen to cook in and the amount of shops in the area is fantastic.
Chris, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a very special place - affordable rates, cute and comfortable private room, great location, and a lot of nice touches like coffee / tea / fridge / meeting area in the lobby. Highly recommend.
Christina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great staff, excellent location
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is friendly, helpful and knowledgable about the area. Communal kitchen is well stocked. Great value for an overnight or short getaway and one of the most comfy beds I’ve slept in.
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was ok
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was immaculate, and the staff was friendly and courteous. The location is excellent with lots of reasonably-priced eateries in the neighborhood.
Gary, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Supermarket and restaurants are nearby. I enjoyed a cost-effective stay in Washington
Tomohiro, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean room, good location
Chung Whan, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming rooms, clean and comfortable.
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room Friendly staff Recommended
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bed was very comfortable, great location
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was a great deal! Awesome neighborhood surrounded by good restaurants and coffee, very walkable. The staff was friendly and the room was clean. Would stay again!
Katelyn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Funky but nice! Exceeded expectation and the location was perfect, close to excellent bars and restaurants. Mattress quite good, very clean...just small...it is a hostel!
Roger, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of the best places to stay.
Pratim Guha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room and very affordable. Fairly easy to get into the city via bus or metro.
Haibing, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay. Great staff. Great use of space in the room.
Priscilla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was perfect. A neighborhood feel close to so many wonderful ethnic restaurants. At reception, Naz was sooo helpful! She assisted us in planning our time in DC - which was challenging because the government (and all the Smithsonian museums)!were closed. But- thanks to Naz- we had a great trip!
Karna, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Had an issue and it was handled Staff was cool excepr for one lady - will syay again
Katrina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the room. Me and my friend had plenty of space to get ready for a concert, it was perfect.
Talyah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, excellent provided small accesories
Ariadna, 2-night trip