Address
The Jefferson, DC
1200 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Lowest upcoming
$379
6 Aug 2026
Highest upcoming
$950
20 Oct 2026
Median nightly
$490
across 365 upcoming days
Cheapest week
10 to 16 Aug
20% below annual median
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Cheapest week ahead: 10–16 Aug 2026
at $391/night
(20% below median)
Review
Forbes ★★★☆☆ Recommended
Character and identity
Five blocks from the White House, this 1920s property channels Thomas Jefferson with unusual conviction: custom replicas of Monticello furniture, framed maps tracing his travels, presidential quotes in the rooms, and curtains printed with schematics of his Virginia estate in a fabric licensed by his estate. A 1920s arched skylight crowns the lobby, where a gallery of documents bearing Jefferson's signature functions as a mini museum. More than 170 Benjamin Moore paints (many custom) tune the palette. Quill, the cocktail lounge with a glowing amber glass bar, anchors the social scene, with fine dining and 24-hour butler service rounding out the register.
Who's it for
Best for:
History-minded travellers, design literates who appreciate restraint over flash, and couples or solo guests in town for political, diplomatic or museum-focused trips. The walking proximity to the White House and National Mall suits anyone who wants culture on foot, and the staff's deep knowledge of Jefferson and the building rewards the curious.
Should look elsewhere:
Families with young children and travellers wanting a buzzy, scene-driven hotel will find the mood too quiet and bookish. If you want a rooftop, a pool scene, or a large-format restaurant destination, the offer here is more intimate than expansive.
Bottom line
What sets this place apart is the discipline of the Jefferson theme: scholarly, specific, and tucked into details you only notice when you look twice. Book it if you want a refined, residential feel within walking distance of official Washington, and ask the staff to walk you through the lobby documents. A junior suite is the sweet spot for the room product.
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Location
1200 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036
United States · 38.9060° N, 77.0368° W
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