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 WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 347
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

Room options

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
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., a neighborhood in Washington, The Architect is near the airport and near a metro station. White House and Washington Monument are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at National Mall. Walter E. Washington Convention Center and George Washington University are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Washington travel guide
Map
1025 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005

What's nearby

  • This is an aerial view of Washington, DC showing Pennsylvania Avenue to the U.S. Capitol at sunset. The view is from the Old Post Office.
    K Street
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
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    White House
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Washington_WalterEWashingtonConventionCenter_6034985_03
    Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Capital One Arena
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • National Mall showing a monument and a lake or waterhole
    National Mall
    17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Dua Coffee
  • Wawa
  • Blue Bottle Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks

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 stores on site. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and multilingual staff
  • Concierge services, a computer station, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 69 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 transportation

  • No onsite 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 percent 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 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 percent

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
Onsite 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 is parking?

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?

Check-out 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, Walter E. Washington Convention Center, and George Washington University. National Mall and Washington Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km). McPherson Sq. Station is 5 minutes by foot and Farragut North Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

The Architect Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1002 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

10/10 Excellent

Malyuun

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
From the moment I checked in, everything was terrific! Love our kind attendant, asked her questions about the area, and she was humble, kind, and knowledgeable. The room was clean, and they were great with upkeep. Hard to find good parking and don't expect a view—but the location is perfect! Main critique: Rooms don't have mini-fridges or microwaves. Deal breaker in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

8/10 Good

Elbina

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Architect is an excellent value -- nice comfy rooms, friendly staff, and an outstanding location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location , metro close by , nice area with places to eat nearby
Stayed 4 nights 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

Jörg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service. Beautiful rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Fontaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was good value for the room. It had the basics and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soraya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My room was clean and comfortable. Perfect for my quick business trip to D.C. I was able to walk to my venue, so it was the perfect location. Close to many restaurants and a very safe area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HALIL IBRAHIM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice,clean and friendly hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the basic room, limited space for things but Spacious bathroom. good customer service, very quiet, and very sophisticated building
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
24/7 staff were great and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel with character. Clean warm comfortable room with great shower.Budget room no view from window. No coffee maker in room but available in lobby free. Would definitely stay here again if I revisit DC.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy access to nearby restaurants and stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Amenities
Close to many attractions. Small, clean, charming rooms. Bed was terrible. If you're price conscious, it is not a bad place. .5 mile walk from the Farragut metro stations, that take you to Ragan airport.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Aldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The building has a history, which is excellent for me. It's an older building, but it's in good condition. The staff was friendly. The room price was cheap. The bed was comfy. Bathrooms are relatively large. I have no problem revisiting the Architect! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay close to downtown.

This was the cutest hotel. Nothing fancy. Nothing extra. But great location and no complaints from me.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025