The Jefferson, Washington, DC
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Enjoying a well-earned reputation as Washington, D.C.’s best boutique hotel, The Jefferson has presided over the corner of 16th and M Streets since 1923, when the Beaux Arts gem opened as an apartment complex and later as a hotel for the world’s elite travelers and DC’s most important visitors. Rich in historical details, this downtown Washington, D.C. hotel (four blocks from the White House) is both European and Washingtonian in style. Tributes to its namesake Thomas Jefferson and his beloved Monticello are found throughout. Areas of discovery unfold at every turn; private nooks, original Jefferson-signed documents, a Book Room filled with leather-bound volumes on Jefferson’s favorite…
Distinguished, sophisticated, and discreet, The Jefferson has an established reputation as Washington, D.C.'s most discerning hotel. Named the top hotel in D.C. for three years in a row by Travel + Leisure magazine, the hotel sits just blocks from many of the historic Washington landmarks. This 99-room luxury boutique hotel exemplifies all that its namesake, Thomas Jefferson, held dear, including elegantly appointed suites, the most modern amenities, fine dining, and, of course, exceptional personalized service.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining
- $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Bookings in our Executive or higher Suite categories will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
Upon entering The Greenhouse from the lobby, look up – the spectacular 1920s skylight was covered for decades until the 2009 refurbishments.
The property, in facts
| Where | 1200 16th Street, Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia, United States |
|---|---|
| Category | City Hotel |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Rooms | 99 |
| Room types | 2 |
| Nearest airport | Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) · 0 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | City Life, Landmarks, Local Immersion |
Rooms and suites
- Premier King — This hotel room offers a skyline or city view and features one King bed. The Italian marble bathroom features a large walk-in shower, a lighted, magnified…
- Deluxe King — This is the most luxurious hotel guest room, affording a skyline or city view of Washington, D.C. It features one King bed and an Italian marble bathroom. The…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Bathrobe · Butler Service · Complimentary Newspaper · Hair Dryer · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Safe · Slippers · Turn Down Service · Voicemail
What advisors say
100% of the 20 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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