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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC
Washington, D.C., District of Columbia
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington D.C.
700 F Street NW, Washington, D.C., District of Columbia 20004 Original Property Opened in 1842 Historic Hotels of America member since 2002The Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington, D.C.’s story began in 1842 with the construction of the General Post Office Building in the heart of Washington, D.C. It was built in the Neoclassical style, patterned after the Roman Temple of Jupiter and the first all-marble building in the city. Renovated in 2002, the hotel now operates in the revitalized historic building. The historic building received the Washington, D.C. Mayor’s Award for Historic Preservation, the GSA Heritage Award for Adaptive Use, and the GSA Heritage Award for Conservation and Restoration. Those honors were eventually bestowed onto the hotel. Guests can enjoy a dazzling dining experience at Dirty Habit DC or exploring the arts and entertainment district of Penn Quarter.
Discover
- Discover the General Post Office building, commissioned by President Andrew Jackson in 1836 and completed as the first all-marble building in Washington, D.C.
- Discover the guestrooms and suites reborn from the former offices, featuring 16–22 ft domed ceilings retained during the building renovation.
- Experience the Paris Ballroom, and the converted Postmaster General’s library, featuring a stunning dome skylight, classical columns, and mirrored archways.
Explore
- Explore the nearby federal and cultural sites including the Smithsonian Museums and national monuments located on the National Mall.
- Visit the International Spy Museum and discover the stories of espionage in our nation’s capital, featuring interactive exhibits and real spy artifacts from around the world.
- Explore exhibits focused on the built environment and historic architecture at the National Building Museum.
Experience
- Take a stroll through the Penn Quarter area to discover the arts and entertainment district with a visit to the National Portrait Gallery or maybe a visit to the Capital One Arena for sporting events and live performances.
- Attend a world-class performance at the historic Ford's Theatre. Enjoy a mix of performances, ranging from American musicals to history-based drama or a dynamic world premiere.
- Shop the historic F Street shopping corridor running through the heart of the Penn Quarter neighborhood in Washington, D.C., expanding towards 15th Street.
Taste
- Experience one of Washington, D.C.’s most distinctive dining destinations at Dirty Habit, where globally inspired cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a stunning hidden courtyard create an unforgettable setting for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and private events.
- Discover Dirty Habit’s signature experiences throughout the year, including Sunday Sing-Along Brunch, a tropical Tiki Affair summer pop-up featuring island-inspired cocktails and vibrant courtyard programming, and the immersive Winter Chalet during the holiday season.
- Taste world-class dining in Washington D.C.’s Penn Quarter neighborhood. Restaurants in the area boast celebrity chefs, pre-theatre menus, and award-winning cuisine.
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