Hotel Lombardy, Washington, D.C.
Washington, District of Columbia
Hotel Lombardy, Washington, D.C.
2019 Pennsylvania Avenue NW,, Washington, District of Columbia 20006 Original Property Opened in 1929 Historic Hotels of America member since 2004
Built in 1929 as private residences, Hotel Lombardy, Washington, D.C. is a classic, European-style historic hotel where warm hospitality and an eloquent ambiance blend to create the most stylish and comfortable stay in this iconic city. The beautifully preserved red brick and limestone building overlooks historic Pennsylvania Avenue at 21st and I Streets in Washington. Guestrooms showcase high-quality imported Italian and German fabrics, Oriental woolen rugs, and original art. Also featured at this historic Washington hotel are stainless-steel wet bars with a dining area, beautiful chrome and enamel baths, and fine bedding. With the best highlights of Washington within walking distance to this stately property, this property is an experience to be treasured.
Discover
- Admire the red brick and limestone façade of the Hotel Lombardy, a landmark Pennsylvania Avenue address that was converted into a classic European-style hotel.
- Discover ornate details throughout the Hotel Lombardy, which feature wool Oriental rugs and original local art.
- Marvel at the beautiful chrome and enamel historic bathrooms in every guestroom, which are complemented by imported Italian and German fabrics and hand-painted silks.
Explore
- Explore Foggy Bottom, a hub for government and culture and one of the most historic neighborhoods in Washington, D.C.
- Take a look at the White House, the people’s house and the official residence and workplace of the president of the United States, which is located at the most iconic address in the city, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Admire the Neoclassical architecture.
- Tour the Smithsonian Museums, which are among the most famous museums and galleries in the world. Comprised of nine research facilities and 19 museums, including the National Zoo, the Smithsonian Museums cover a wide range of subjects including cultural history, air and space, American art, and natural history. Explore the newest Smithsonian Museum, the National Museum of African American History and Culture.
Experience
- Experience local National Trust for Historic Preservation historic sites and discover great architecture, magnificent landscapes, and life-changing stories. These sites include the Decatur House on Lafayette Square, the President Woodrow Wilson House, President Lincoln’s Cottage, the Belle Grove Plantation, and James Madison’s Montpelier.
- Tour Woodlawn and Frank Lloyd Wright’s Pope-Leighey House, located on the same location in historic Alexandria, Virginia, just outside Washington, D.C. Woodlawn is a 126-acre estate that was designed by the architect of the U.S. Capitol, Dr. William Thornton, and constructed for Washington’s nephew, Major Lawrence Lewis. The Usonian Pope-Leighey House was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright as an example of innovative, modern, and affordable middle-class housing.
- Experience the Oatlands Historic House and Gardens in Leesburg, Virginia, located between Washington and Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. Once part of the extensive Carter family plantation holdings, the new Reclaim Your Story exhibit tells stories of African American history at Oatlands.
Taste
- Taste a cocktail in the Venetian Room Bar & Lounge, a fashionable 1920’s-era living room that features rich décor and sumptuous seating around the fireplace in the beautifully restored lounge.
- Dig into a sumptuous breakfast at Old Ebbitt's Grill to see powerbrokers, members of Congress, and lobbyists peppering the booths, devouring their breakfasts, and taking their morning meetings.
- Enjoy a meal in the main dining room of The Occidental restaurant. A gathering place for the nation’s political powerbrokers, sports figures, and celebrities since 1906, the photos of these notables line the walls of the restaurant and serve as a barometer for the city and a reminder of the honorable, scandalous, and fun adventures that have taken place within its walls.
Featured Offers
Book the Best Available Rate at this property on HistoricHotels.org and receive a complimentary one-year family membership (a $30 value) to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
