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The Architect

2.5 star property
Travelers can store luggage, get help from multilingual staff, and explore nearby George Washington University at this thoughtfully appointed hotel

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The Architect sits in the heart of Washington, where guests find modern comforts and attentive service. The lobby features a TV for catching up on news, while the multilingual staff and concierge team help visitors plan their day in the capital.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner | Accessible bathroom

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
1025 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005

What's nearby

  • K Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • CityCenterDC - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Stan's DC Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shōtō - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Architect

Hotel near White House
Located close to Walter E. Washington Convention Center and George Washington University, The Architect provides designer shops on-site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and a computer station
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • A TV in reception and smoke-free property
Room features
All 69 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

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

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
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

We should mention

Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Architect pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Architect?

As of 21 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Architect on 22 Dec 2025 start from NZ$175.85, 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.

How much is parking at The Architect?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Architect?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Architect?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Architect located?

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of White House and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. National Mall and Washington Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km). McPherson Sq. Station is 6 minutes by foot and Farragut North Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

The Architect Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value. Older hotel but clean and comfortable and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just fine. Affordable, great location and room was cozy and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, great location, good price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room. Great location. Value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Martin Patrick

This is good affordable hotel in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacinda

Dated rooms, a little gross.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Guess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect it wasn't super expensive but it was so close to everything in downtown DC will definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elbina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to Metro. A historic building with character.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Clean. Great location. Good service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ganjali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay, mostly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older building but incredibly clean and nice staff. I'd definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azizi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spot. Will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine for the low cost. I was disappointed that the internet didn't work, I was on the second floor and couldn't connect to any of the networks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Noemie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It’s an okay economy hotel. My first night was weird since I kept bumping into rotten fruits in the hotel corridors and lobby. The escalator had bad odors and the AC was very noisy, however necessary since it was 30ºC outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Amazing hotel..it was walk-in distance to a lot of food places,bars,stores u name it…evn the white white….decor not your average hotel but I have no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

RAUL A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very good location and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine for a downtown hotel. My third-floor room was a BIT noisy from outside street noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kalsang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place, close to white house
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faezeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. The room was clean and the hotel was close to attraction sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kartik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was affordable price with convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little find that was perfect for my conference. Staff was extremely friendly and quick to support. Rooms were small but comfortable and met all of my needs. Excellent location within walking distance of the Convention Center and National Mall. Great price point too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aniah Sharri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smells amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025