With its wealth of free museums, expansive green spaces and one of the nation’s top-rated zoos, it’s no surprise that Washington, D.C. is a favorite destination for families with children. But as any parent knows, where you stay can make or break the trip. Fortunately, several hotels go out of their way to make families feel right at home.
Here’s where to stay with your family on your next visit to Washington, D.C.
Four Seasons Hotel Washington D.C.
Style: Contemporary and classicAtmosphere: Lively but sophisticated
Perfect for: Baby needs and active families
The Four Seasons might conjure up images of buttoned-up business travel or spaces more suited for adults, but it’s the hotel's level of service that makes it an excellent choice for families. Of course you can expect pristine rooms, impeccable hospitality and comfortable amenities at the Four Seasons, but it’s the hotel’s commitment to family needs that puts it above the rest. They go beyond the simple crib-by-request standard with extras like strollers, bottle warmers, baby monitors and even organic baby bath products. For families with older children, the hotel has plenty of board games and sports equipment, as well as a designated Kids Concierge that can help plan everything from full day family-friendly itineraries to arranging trusted evening babysitters so parents can enjoy a night on the town.
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Salamander DC
Style: Bright and airyAtmosphere: Relaxed
Perfect for: Having some room to run around
At a city hotel it’s not always easy to find space to run around. But at the Salamander DC, which feels a little away from it all thanks to its tucked-away location just south of the National Mall, there’s a wide, grassy lawn perfect for families eager to enjoy some downtime somewhere other than their hotel room. As for the rooms, the Salamander has some of the most spacious in the city, which is ideal for families with kids in tow. Kids and their parents will get a kick out of the hotel’s private walkway to the iconic Tidal Basin, as well as enjoy a dip in the family-friendly indoor pool after a long day of exploring.
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Viceroy Washington DC
Style: Modern and colorfulAtmosphere: Upscale yet approachable
Perfect for: Feeling like a local and exploring the city
The Viceroy feels as much of a local haunt as it does a choice place for travelers interested in staying in a part of the city where people actually live and hang out. The hotel is an easy spot to base a full family thanks to some essential perks like an all-day restaurant, Dovetail, and a rooftop pool (the views and cocktails are great up there, too). The hotel specifically caters to visiting families with borrowable guitars and ukuleles, a kid-friendly Polaroid camera photography kit for exploring the city, and paint-by-number sets for relaxing. The Viceroy also has a range of classes and activities families can book including a dessert decorating session (no clean-up included) at the hotel’s restaurant, local kid-friendly art tours and astrology classes. They also have plenty of sports equipment to loan and an on-site kid-friendly library.
Yours Truly DC
Style: Contemporary, eclecticAtmosphere: Relaxed and comfortable
Perfect for: Feeling at home
Despite being right in the heart of the city – right in the middle of all of the excitement of Dupont Circle – Yours Truly feels like the most relaxed hotel in the city. Relaxed here means family-friendly, with a plush, unpretentious lobby and on-site bagel shop, Call Your Mother, a local favorite. Families traveling with young children can take advantage of the hotel’s book and game library that is regularly updated and replenished, as well as custom activity books. Families with teenagers will appreciate the record library in the hotel’s lobby, along with in-room record players by request, as well as Yours Truly’s frequent vintage market pop-ups.
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