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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
Lobby sitting area
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 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

  • ‪Capital Hilton Lobby Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dua Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grazie Nonna - ‬1 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.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, Spanish

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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 12 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Architect on 30 June 2025 start from AU$161.75, 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. 362 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 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

8/10 Good

Amnon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its an old place. Yet clean and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located. It's a small, no frills hotel but the room was perfectly fine and even had a pretty spacious bathroom. There is a certain "old vibe" charm to the hotel. The oddest part was having to lug my suitcase to the reception since there was no ramp down the stairs from the entrance, but there was an elevator to the floors.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cozy. Feels like home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faizan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really well maintained very clean and in a great location. The heater worked great thank god since it was bitterly cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shohei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael, Harvard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic building
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

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

Nice Historic Hotel

I love staying at the Architect hotel when I'm in the office for meetings. The rooms are always clean, the beds are comfortable and customer service is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Soe

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service is terrible. The bedsheets are not changed when I step into the room. The overall room condition is dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Takafumi

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. A NO thrills type of hotel. I have stayed there several times I have been to DC.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Bethanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Notahiana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I did not care for was the parking there is a parking garage next door but not over night so you have to move it by 7 pm when they close. Also when parking on the street on the side of the hotel you have to move your car by 7am bacause there is no parking there during the week after 7 am and 6 pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calista

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property was uniquely designed, which I liked. Everyone I interacted with at the front desk was helpful and nice. The lobby area, elevators, halls, and my room were all cleaned very nicely. The property is very centrally located, with a Metro stop only a block away. I would definitely stay here again if I ever come back to DC!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Yudith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Front door was not working correctly so it was a mission to get in a few times. Front desk didn't really explain much. Said my room number out loud thankfully no one else was in the main lobby. etc....
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the architect hotel looks beautiful with alot of character - however the maintenance of the building is lacking - I would not suggest it be fully renovated as it would take away from its charm, however there were little things that would help make it feel like a well maintained historical building. I would suggest sanding and retreating the wood- and replacing the sheets with better quality ones. - I enjoyed the layout of the washroom but I would suggest lighter colored counters and walls as the dark wood everywhere makes the rooms seem closed in and dingy. The soundproofing from the door to the hallway was almost non existent. You could hear every detail once a guest got off the elevator and until they closed their room doors. All staff were an absolute delight. I would absolutely stay there again though because over all it was a great price and a great location. It was a cozy spot to rest whenever we were not exploring. In fact I am planning my next stay here in the next few months.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yauheniya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

2/10 Terrible

Ajith

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the best. Would get better place for this price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

First time in DC.

Great location and great value for the $. Older building so could use some updates, but great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

W

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
noisy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025