Lombardy

With character to spare the boutique Hotel Lombardy which dates from the 1920s charms our guests with its historic atmosphere and gracious service. The amenities—ranging from complimentary shoeshine to free wireless internet—combine the old and the new. The 11-story building with a stately stone facade sits on a quiet stretch on Pennsylvania Avenue facing a flower-filled park. The 140 rooms and suites are impeccably decorated using German and Italian fabrics Oriental rugs and carefully chosen furnishings. Bathrooms recall the building's pedigree with their chrome and enamel details. The extras are up to date including the free Wi-Fi in every room. Downstairs are a bar and restaurant frequented by locals and room service is available if you prefer to dine in the privacy of your room. Located in historic Foggy Bottom the hotel is about as close as you can get to George Washington University. It's about five blocks from the White House in one direction and six blocks from Georgetown in the other. The nearest Metro station is two blocks away meaning all of the city's top attractions are close at hand. The National Mall and its collection of museums and galleries are a 10-minute subway ride. Across the street tucked behind what appear to be a row of townhouses is a small mall with plenty of casual eateries. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is five miles away.