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The Architect

2.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near White House

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Reception
Exterior
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lobby sitting area
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

Explore the area

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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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Washington

The Architect places you in the centre of Washington, within just a 15-minute stroll of White House and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area, a computer station and multilingual staff. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Downtown Washington D.C. hotel include National Mall and Washington Monument.

What's nearby

  • White House - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • National Mall - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • George Washington University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Washington Monument - 2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • McPherson Sq. Station - 6 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 11 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Stan's DC Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mirror - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joe & The Juice - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Architect

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near White House
As a guest of The Architect, you'll find multilingual staff, concierge services, and a television in common area. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Architect also features a lift and a microwave in a common area.

This Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
The Architect offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 per cent 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.25 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
On-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The Architect.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Architect?

No, The Architect does not offer an airport shuttle service.

How much does it cost to stay at The Architect?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Architect on 11 Sept 2025 start from AU$144.37, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Architect?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Architect?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Architect Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 161 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1001 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Would not stay here again. It is an old building that is showing its age. Bed was not comfortable, saw bugs in the room shortly after I arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this old style hotel! Great location and very clean. The staff is very helpful and friendly here. Nice Community area with an electric fireplace and fresh coffee and tea daily. This is the best deal in town while in DC.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and price were great, the front desk staff were some nice, some just not nice. Every time I came in the hotel it smelled like pot, and one day the fire alarm turned on, I wonder why?…
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Check-in process involved the receptionist going up to the room to make sure it was clean first because their staff had not updated the system. Hotel is old and dark.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shubham, Brooklyn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
An average hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ambiance
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel M.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia, HUBBARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Francis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great deal for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great retro feel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great priced hotel within the city
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, walking distance to the white house and national lawn. Staff was great and accommodating. I would stay again without thinking twice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is relatively small and dated, but it is still a great place to stay. I would have no issues returning. It is a few blocks just north of the White House, close to many interesting sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cruz

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Stewart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pros: Pretty affordable for downtown DC Beautiful building and rooms Cons: You will hear the elevator ding every single time it does. You will hear everything that happens in the hallway. Our toilet didn't flush, we told the front desk, they said they would fix it or switch our rooms, they did neither (we were only staying for one night) No hand soap. The pillows are very hard. All the other amenities are fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Ok for what you pay in DC.

Old hotel with small rooms. Showers were excellent. Pillows were flat as a pancake. Staff was very friendly. Easy to get ride share. Some decent restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tarell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

RHYS

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Excellent location; lovely, helpful staff. Very clean room. Decor is a little tired, but bearable for the value. Some inconsiderate guests spoilt our Saturday night by shouting and banging about in the early hours, but not the hotel’s fault. A really nice stay overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anestoria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, quiet. Recommends the staff to leave some body lotion in tube bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked the hotel, the room, the cleanliness and the location! I highly recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025