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Beacon Hotel and Corporate Quarters

1615 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
Beacon Hotel and Corporate Quarters
Real Traveler Rating: 4.1 out of 5 based on 393 reviews from 4 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 393 reviews
from 4 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "The Beacon was an excellent choice -- the rooms were comfortable and clean, and the hotel was in a great location, and overall it was an excellent value for the money." source Venere

    "I would recommend it for the economy minded traveler who is watching expenses but still wants a home away from home." source Travelocity

    "Bottom line- Would we stay there again." source Expedia

    "I would definitively recommend this establishment to others, and return myself at the next occasion." source Venere

    "Overall, would recommend for get-aways with friends or a romantic trip." source Travelocity

  • Clean: Rating of 4.3 out of 5

    "Rooms were SPOTLESS and classy." source Orbitz

    "The maids didnt clean even put op the iron. The made us take our own dry cleaning downstairs." source Travelocity

    "Nice clean firm beds with many pillows to choose from and big sunny windows looking out onto the avenue." source Expedia

    "The staff was very nice in cleaning it up and later moving us to a very nice room." source Travelocity

    "Our room was not luxurious but it was large comfortable and very very clean." source Travelocity

  • Service: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "Evening meal was good, service was fine, but at Sunday Brunch, requested a table in the shade, but were told that it was reserved, when in fact no one sat there the entire time that we had our meal." source Travelocity

    "We were light eaters and it still cost the following:\n\nMinimum $30 for breakfast\nMinimum $45 for lunch\nMinimum $70 for dinner\nRoom service is way too much money, $70+ for just 2 people." source Travelocity

    "Luckily the cab service is great in DC and it only cost $5-$7 to get about anywhere worthwhile." source Travelocity

    "The room was big , service nice , bathroom OK , coffemaker , restaurant and bar by the lobby." source Travelocity

    "A chill grill downstairs from which you can order room service." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "Far exceeded expectations given the fantastic location." source Venere

    "the hotel is at a perfect location everything is within walking distance." source Travelocity

    "If you are looking for a less-expensive alternative to some of the other hotels in the area and you donÂ’t mind staying in a small room, the Beacon is centrally located and works." source Expedia

    "Nice area, a 3 minute walk to restaurants, night spots, etc." source Travelocity

    "I have stayed in many hotels in the metro area, but never the Beacon." source Expedia

  • Value: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "A small hotel geared to business and academic travelers, good location near DuPont, very comfortable, best price in town." source Travelocity

    "Parking was twenty-four dollars per night, and internet access was fifteen dollars a day." source Travelocity

    "This and sister hotel St Gregory, offer a great value for location in DuPont Circle." source Travelocity

    "Overall, though, we'd stay there again as it's a good price for DC." source Travelocity

    "The price that I paid I thought I would get something better." source Travelocity

More information on Beacon Hotel and Corporate Quarters

The Beacon Hotel and Corporate Quarters, completed a multi-million dollar renovation April 2005 presenting guests visiting our nation's capital with a fresh approach to business and leisure accommodations by combining the latest in design concepts, technology and traditional values of comfort. Heavy emphasis on complimenting the quality of life of our guests is placed by providing a full menu of services. There is no reason to forfeit ones lifestyle and taste at the expense of efficiency. The hotel design is provide guests with real life and material comfort and conveniences, yet stimulating and pleasing to the senses. Public and private spaces have rich materials providing them rooms with sex appeal enveloping our guests with instant sensory stimulation. Focused on providing guests an urban sense of relaxation and style coupled with luxury of space. Accommodations provide the luxurious feel of space to live and work in with ample and comfortable seating, work and relax, where you are actually encouraged to kick off your shoes and put your feet up. Each room, is equipped for serious work, high speed internet, wireless internet, flat screened TV's, with Web TV, desks with ample space to spread your work and dine with proper lighting to work and or relax.The Beacon Hotel features 60 Corporate Quarter studio suites with a fully stocked pantry style kitchen, with contemporary amenities. The cabinetry in rich mahogany tones, marble flooring, richly hued glass tiled walls with seating that efficiently hides under the counter and lighting you can set to the desired mood.The inspiration for the "corporate quarter' was drawn from New York styled studio living; comfortable, efficient, relaxed, purposeful and above all, tasteful. Guests do not have to grapple with the challenges of feeding borrowed fish or watering plants or pet rocks, unless they bring them with them, instead they can tend to their own business. Styled in such a manner as to survive the latest trendy quirks or fads in hotel design. We have created a true modern classic. Quality of life is not a mere concept, we have fully permeated the entire design of the Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters, where quests can enjoy dining in the truly metropolitan atmosphere of the Beacon Bar & Grill also known as BB&G, where guests enjoy the congeniality of the local residents or private dining in one of the restaurants many private booths designed for business or intimate dining. Public areas are inviting and rich comfortable plush seating, with just the perfect amount of lighting to set the tone for comfort. Jeweled toned warm and soothing tones prevail throughout, with rich real wood paneling, creating public areas that are inviting and welcoming, where people watching can be developed into an art.

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

149 rooms.149

Total Floors:

9 floors.

Rooms:

Corporate Quarter Suite:Inspired by New York Style studio living these spacious room providing separated living, bedroom dinign areas each featuring fully stocked pantry kitchens, that provide a true atmosphere home with ample room for work, relaxation and play. Each outfitted with a sleeper sofa they are execellent for families. Great work area with desk and flat panel television. CD Player is also avialable are are web TV and cable TV.Deluxe Room:You will first notice the bright light that permeates every room, exterior views. these ample and comtemporary rooms provide an excellent setting for relaxation and comfort. Rich wood tones are complimented by a warm blend of over-lapping cremes and yellows that with and other muted earth tones provide an urban feel of chic elegant comfort. Dark wood accents act as a perfect color compliment to the furnishings in the sitting area. Custom touches such as large ottomans provide a residential feel to the suite. Each room comes with CD Player and coffee maker, high speed Internet is avialable to help you stay in touch. WiFi in public areas.One Bedroom Suite:A contemporary design for Suite Accommodations combines cosmopolitan style with an urban appeal and a touch of tradition for good measure; create a seductive elegance in the Turret Suites which feature rounded bedrooms, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, luxuriously sized bath room. Amenities include Flat Panel TVs in both the bedroom and Living room. In the mood for atmosphere, light the fireplace for all the mood you wish. A pantry kitchen adds to the contemporary feel of the suite, making it ideal for work, play and relaxation.

Price

Sushi $3.50-$7.50 for pieces/rolls; lunch specials $6.25-$11; dinner $15-$26,M

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Reservations

IB

Cancellation Policy

-72, Cancellation must be made 73 hours prior to arrival or be subject to a one night charge for room. Rates do not include taxes. All rates subject to 14.5% tax.

Directions

Located four blocks from the white house.

Area

Washington, DC

Parking

Parking $25 weekdays, discounted on weekends; no oversize SUVs, buses, conversion vans

Hours

Sun-Thurs 11:30am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-10:30pm

Attractions

White House Washington Monument Lincoln Memorial Constitution Gardens U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Sylvan Theater Corcoran Gallery National Geographic Society Washington Post Korean War Veterans Memorial Vietnam Veterans Memorial U.S. Capitol

Dining

The Beacon Bar and GrillThe Beacon Bar & Grill (BB&G) serves Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Sunday Brunch. It has appeal for hotel guests and local-area residents alike. A sleek modern fireplace, communal tables, multi-level dining options and rich fabrics and furnishings create a sense of urban flair. Offering four distinctive dining experiences under one roof, BB&G caters to the varying lifestyles of its patrons. The space incorporates a high-energy, hob-knob lounge-style area with a two-story atrium room showcasing the bustling Dupont Circle neighborhood, as well as a more casual outdoor caf?. As an alternative, private nooks and separate booths offer a quiet setting for business or intimate dining. Yet, the most sought-after seat in the house is the chef's table, a back-dining room where patrons can partake of the chef's distinctive fare fresh off the fire. Whichever dining experience you choose, BB&G's impressive menu offers the contemporary and inspired American cuisine to suit any mood.

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