Nestled in a grand 1926 Beaux Arts building, this luxurious hotel offers elegant rooms, exceptional service, and a charming bar for a truly refined stay.
"Provides a private boat tour with Embark DC for guests, offering unobstructed views of the cherry blossoms along the Potomac River." - Taryn White Taryn White Taryn White is a D.C.-based travel writer who covers a wide range of topics, including family travel, hotels, food, aviation, beaches, historical and cultural topics, and wellness travel. She can ofte
"Executive chef Fabio Salvatore has developed a three-course Thanksgiving experience. You’ll find roasted black heritage turkey with chestnut sage stuffing served with haricot vert and maple sweet potato cake. For those craving Italian or French, chef’s Amalfi coast ricotta cheese gnocchi with forest mushroom, cream Parmigiano Reggiano and truffle oil or the French onion soup topped with a baguette gratinee and infused with black truffle is the way to go. Finally, you can’t go wrong with The Greenhouse’s fall treats like red kuri pumpkin pie with maple bourbon mascarpone cream, orange caramel apple, and gingerbread." - Vinciane Ngomsi
"The Jefferson, Washington, D.C. has been awarded two keys." - Stacey Lastoe
"The Jefferson, another option downtown, has the Quill, an upscale cocktail bar and lounge in its historic building dating back to 1923." - The MICHELIN Guide
"What's the scoop with this hotel?It is said that Thomas Jefferson’s time in France left him with an abiding appreciation for the finer things in life. If so, he would be very happy at The Jefferson, four blocks north of his old White House digs. This elegant, historic hotel is on the smaller side for D.C., with just 99 rooms. It might not be as famous as the Hay-Adams, but it makes for a quiet retreat that still has historic charms—think a library and an old-fashioned dumbwaiter—as well as new creature comforts. The Old World style means lots of toile and oil paintings. Tell us about the rooms.Rooms are classic and warm, with crown moldings, well-crafted furnishings, and lush window treatments. There are a few modern touches, namely fast, free Wi-Fi, electronic buttons for housekeeping and privacy, and sleek mirror TVs in most bathrooms. The old building means that rooms vary, both in decor and size. What about dining on-site?The Greenhouse debuted in 2022, seating guests under a historic skylight while surrounded by greenery and florals. The equally colorful menu nods to executive chef Fabio Salvatore's coastal Italian roots. Anything stand out about other services and features?There is an impeccable attention to detail here, from the white orchids set in silver cups on the breakfast tables to the fine chocolates left on a porcelain tray as a turndown treat. Its clubby bar, snug library with fireplace, and many quiet corners give guests ample choice for places to meet over a drink or relax with a newspaper. Bottom line: Why are we choosing the Jefferson?History buffs will feel like they've stepped back in time, but fans of modern hotels won't be disappointed, either. This is a stay for grown-ups who prefer traditional to trendy, formal to familiar, and serene to a scene." - Laura Ratliff
