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1917 Bladensburg Road Northeast, Northeast, Washington, D.C., DC 20002, United States
#125 of 157 hotels in Washington, D.C.
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 730 hotel reviews
7.7Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.3
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Comfort
8.3
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Location
7.2
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Facilities
8.0
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Staff
8.3
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Value for money
8.1
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Free Wifi
8.2
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Reviewed: July 31, 2025
Holliday
United States5 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bathroom door was hard to close
Location was great Really enjoyed my over night stay
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 30, 2025
Guillermo
United States7 Reviews7.0“I do not recommend this hotel because they do not enforce their quiet rule singed statements by guests”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • King Suite - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I was made to initial statement/ paperwork about not making loud noise but people on the 5th floor were making a lot of noise and the staff was aware and stated the guests were celebrating some performance/show. We were not able to sleep that night. We asked to be moved to another room the following day but we were denied.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: July 22, 2025
Bonny
United States5 Reviews7.0“It was an ok hotel for 1 night but I wouldn’t stay multiple nights there .”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
They couldn’t find my reservation when I got there , there was a sock on the floor when we got to our room( which means it wasn’t cleaned properly) and only 1 key worked and that key didn’t work every time .
The price for the night was good . The breakfast was decent. Staff was nice . They did say I could check out 1 hour late but no later than that.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: July 13, 2025
Roey
Israel14 Reviews3 helpful votes7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Queen Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
A room accommodation 6 isn't so comfortable.
Ok to sleep for a night
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: July 8, 2025
Elizabeth
United States3 Reviews8.0“Nice Hotel”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Queen Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
I was overcharged. I paid in full through Booking.com, but Hotel Arboretum kept adding room charges to my credit card. Before leaving I was able to question one $700 charge that then fell off of my card. After leaving the hotel I noticed that I had been charged again for my three night stay. I called the hotel two times to question the charge, but I was unable to reach a manager. I contested the charge with my credit card and I am still waiting on a resolution. If Hotel Arboretum reverses those charges on my credit card, I will gladly change my review. Edited 7/7/2025 - The charges were resolved through my credit card. I'm changing my review rating based on that resolution but leaving the original post so others can check their bills carefully. Otherwise, the hotel was very clean, the beds were comfortable and my interaction with staff was very good. Everyone treated us respectfully and graciously. There was a graduation party in the hotel during our stay but the party was contained to its space and ended at 9 pm. I would recommend staying with Hotel Arboretum for its relative affordability for the city and its proximity to all things Washington has to offer.
The breakfast was adequate. A little more variety would be nice for vegetarians.
Stayed in May 2025
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Reviewed: April 28, 2025
Linda
United States1 review7.0“Room was fine, front desk staff was surly, parking fee was surprising, ridiculous and unnecessary.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Parking fee was ridiculous
Breakfast bar was not open at the time I had to leave.
Stayed in April 2025
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Reviewed: April 14, 2025
Ulrich
Germany6 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Queen Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very expensive parking
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Sterling
United States1 review8.0“My brother snores too loudly”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Its a loud neighborhood with all the music venues nearby. But ive stayed at the hotel right next door and was a loud party goer so I didnt expect it to be different.
The receptionist had beautiful eyes and was very friendly despite the long line and wait to check in.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 18, 2025
Ryan
United States1 review7.0“Very friendly staff and management. Easy check-in/check-out and comfortable coming/going all hours”- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 4 nights
More plant-based food options at breakfast would've been nice.
Loved the tea/coffee/decaf coffee options at breakfast.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 17, 2025
Renee
United States5 Reviews7.0“Overall, pleasant minus the cold showers!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 5 nights
WE HAD TO TAKE COLD SHOWERS EVERYDAY as there was no hot water! And we were under the impression prior to our visit that you had a pool and a hot tub which we definitely needed after our long walking days in DC!
The hotel was nice, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was good. The service for our room was good. The location was convenient.
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: March 17, 2025
John
United States1 review8.0“was a nice clean hotel in a reasonable location, I'd stay there again when in DC next”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
very noisy hallway at night,
very clean,fair breakfast, responsive staff, decent location, room was large and well laid out
Stayed in March 2025
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Reviewed: January 29, 2025
Terezinha
United States8 Reviews9.0“Good for the price. Yhe staff is amazing!”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • King Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast.
Price and room size.
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 28, 2025
Daniel
Nigeria3 Reviews9.0“Satisfied”- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 7 nights
Things were okay
Calmness and decent policies of non=smoking and No Alcohol
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 20, 2025
Tarrie
United States2 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Totally met my needs”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • King Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
IT WAS ALL PRETTY GOOD
BREAKFAST WAS GOOD LOCATION WAS GOOD
Stayed in January 2025
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Reviewed: January 19, 2025
Sydney
United States2 Reviews8.0“Overall happy with out stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
There was a lady from the staff bossing people around at breakfast.. she scolded me for putting my orange juice in the "wrong size" cup.
Very nice front desk, easy to get to location, room was very comfortable, and close to many things to do.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 13, 2024
Hannah
United States1 review8.0“The hospitality was the best thing about my stay.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
It was nice to be able to have breakfast, but I wish there were more healthy choices. For example: whole grain cereal, greater variety of fruit.
The staff was wonderful!
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 2, 2024
Drilon
United States2 Reviews8.0“Overall, our stay was plesant it was just the parking situation that would make me reconsider visiting again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Seemed like a strech to pay an additional $23 for parking when youre staying there.
The property was close to DC and provided breakfast.
Stayed in December 2024
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Reviewed: December 1, 2024
Amanda
United States1 review9.0“My stay was nice, comfortable and quiet. My boyfriend and I enjoyed the free breakfast. Very good. The only downside was”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff were not always friendly.
Property was clean and safe.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: November 22, 2024
Veronica
United States3 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 2 nights
It was a little loud due to being so close to the street, but not too bad. The room keys would also stop working, and we would have to go back downstairs to have them fixed by the staff.
It's not the fanciest hotel, but it's clean, and the rooms are very spacious. Breakfast is simple but keeps me full. The staff is amiable.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: November 21, 2024
Michael
United States16 Reviews4 helpful votes9.0“always wonderful at the arborteum”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Deluxe Queen Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
am i allowed to suggest pancakes and french toast?
always a home feeling when staying at arborteum
Stayed in August 2024
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Reviewed: November 13, 2024
Glenda
United States5 Reviews9.0“This place was wonderful. Would stay there again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Suite - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 1 night
All was wonderful.
This was a great place the staff were all helpful and friendly.
Stayed in November 2024
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Reviewed: November 5, 2024
Justin
Australia15 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Well positioned hotel with clean facilities and great staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Eggs didn't need to be heavily salted, given that there was salt provided. A broader fruit option would be good.
Lots of breakfast. Friendly staff.
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 27, 2024
Mariusz
United Kingdom26 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Late room housekeeping
Breakfast OK, Access to printer, basic gym, free luggage storage
Stayed in October 2024
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Reviewed: October 23, 2024
Parren
United States1 review7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast was good. A better variety of meat would have been good.
Stayed in October 2024
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