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Hotel Zena Washington DC

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and rooftop terrace

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Hotel Zena in downtown Washington DC offers an art gallery, rooftop terrace, seasonal outdoor pool, and lobby coffee service. Travelers appreciate the dry cleaning, high-speed WiFi, and consistently praised helpful staff.
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$354
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Studio, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 53 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed (Zena)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Zena)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility/Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City view

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View (Zena)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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City view

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility/Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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GIA Suite

GIA Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 114 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Zena)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Zena)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 King Bed (Zena Circle View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility/Hearing)

1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility/Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2020
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., a neighbourhood in Washington, Hotel Zena Washington DC is near the airport and near a metro station. Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of African American History and Culture are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Union Station Shopping Center and Fashion Center at Pentagon City. Check out an event or a game at Capital One Arena, and consider making time for National Museum of Natural History, a top attraction not to be missed. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails and ecotours in the area. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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1155 14th St Nw, Washington, DC, 20005

What's nearby

  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • White House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capital One Arena - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • National Mall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • McPherson Sq. Station - 5 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 14 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Arepa Zone - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Stan's DC Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Green Lantern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Zena Washington DC

Upscale boutique hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Located close to White House and Capital One Arena, Hotel Zena Washington DC provides a rooftop terrace, an art gallery on-site and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 50+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception
  • A reception hall, wedding services and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things the pool, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 191 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and free infant beds

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 59 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured, covered extended parking on site (USD 59 per night)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 20 for adults and USD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Figleaf Bar & Lounge
  • Hedy's Rooftop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,360 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1972
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films
  • Smart speaker
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 125
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 125
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 8 October to 27 May:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 125 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness centre access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 20.00 for adults and from USD 20.00 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 0.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 59 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 59 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 125 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Zena Washington DC have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 8 until May 27.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Zena Washington DC?

As of 1 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Zena Washington DC on 1 Nov 2025 start from NZ$284.08, 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.

Is Hotel Zena Washington DC pet-friendly?

Yes, Hotel Zena Washington DC allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Zena Washington DC?

Valet parking is available for USD 59 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 59 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Zena Washington DC?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 125 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Hotel Zena Washington DC?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 125 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Zena Washington DC located?

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., this eco-certified hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Embassy Row, Walter E. Washington Convention Center and White House. Smithsonian Institution and Capital One Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km). McPherson Sq. Station is 5 minutes by foot and Farragut North Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Zena Washington DC Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 908 out of 1309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1309 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KayLeigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nevada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was amazing and beautiful, staff was great definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was so surprised by how great this hotel was and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laveca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the hotel and the art was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharmaine

Liked: Cleanliness
I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and nice hotel and great location for all the wonderful sites to see
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Braden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall enjoyed the stay here. Convenient location in DC.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful modern hotel with unique
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and excellent rooms ! I also really enjoyed a quick dip in the roof top pool between meetings Will look to book again when I return to DC
View from room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a beautiful hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edzai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and location! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Myesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property sits in a great neighborhood with walk ability to food and sights. We got a room facing the circle which was great to wake up to each morning. The front desk and onsite restaurant staff were helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aniyah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right in the middle of everything, and a lot of places are walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have nothing bad to say We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and welcoming with fun decor!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great room, spacious and clean, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful - like a livable museum! The staff are very professional, attentive, and friendly. The rooms are beautiful, modern, and clean. I will be sure to stay in this hotel anytime I travel to Washington DC!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly, and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleonora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Rooms - Friendly Staff GREAT Restaurant!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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