I have stayed at the Hotel Rouge twice when in DC for business. The location is a little removed from business downtown and it is a fair distance from the Hill, but I choose Hotel Rouge for that reason. Sometimes it is nice to feel like you are getting away from business at the end of the day, even if you really aren't that far away.
The hotel is a typical Kimpton update of an older property. You can usually tell that the bones are old, but Kimpton does a nice job of refreshing these hotels and giving them a trendy vibe. In this case, the theme is "red" just as the name implies.
The rooms are modern with the usual amenities and conveniences. The rooms I have had on my two stays here seemed a little larger than what other DC hotels offer, though some of that is unusable space in the entryway.
The hotel has a small restaurant/bar just off of the lobby area. I have not eaten breakfast or lunch here, but I did try the hamburger for dinner on my last stay and found it very good.
I found the staff to be very friendly and helpful on both stays. Additionally, the management is quick to communicate and is interested in ensuring that guests have a good experience.
If you are looking for a hotel that offers a bit of trendy tranquility on a business trip to DC and you don't mind cabbing to Hill meetings, give the Hotel Rouge a look.
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