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The Carlyle
Suites; Dupont Circle location makes it readily convenient to all that Washington, DC has to offer for both
business and pleasure. With a
taxi stand right outside the front door, the Metro;s Red Line just three blocks away, and so many attractions within walking distance, you can easily see the town during your stay with us. Our front
desk staff will be happy to provide directions, offer suggestions, and answer any questions! Click here to find out more about nearby: click here for larger map. The White House is only a short walk from the Carlyle. Or take the Metro to the Smithsonian stop and you;ll find yourself at the Washington Monument. From there the National Mall spreads out before you, with the Capitol at one end, the Lincoln Memorial at the other;and so many Smithsonian museums and art galleries in between! For your convenience, here are links to some of Washington;s main monuments, museums, and attractions, where you;ll find maps, visiting hours, and information. Our front
desk staff is always happy to answer questions, give directions, or help you find out more! Korean War Veterans Memorial. Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Smithsonian Museums and Galleries. Arlington National Cemetery. A convenient way to see the city is on an. Old Town Trolley
Tour. This two-hour fully narrated
tour of DC covers over 100 points of interest, including our own Dupont Circle neighborhood.;On and off; privileges allow you to see sights at your own pace and then re-board when it;s convenient for you. The Trolley operates from 9am to 5pm daily (excluding a few major holidays) and has 17 conveniently located stops.
Tickets are available at the front
desk. Washington, DC has hundreds of
restaurants, from four-star dining experiences to mom-and-pop pizzerias and cafes. The city;s mix of international cultures has led to a wide array of
restaurants from the more familiar French, Italian, and Chinese to more exotic tastes such as Azerbaijani, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, and Ethiopian. Within a few blocks of Dupont Circle are ten of Washington;s. 100 Very Best
Restaurants. Washingtonian Magazine. Bachus, 1827 Jefferson Place, NW, 202-785-0734 (Middle Eastern/Lebanese).
Bistrot du Coin, 1738 Connecticut Ave., NW, 202-234-6969 (French). Etrusco, 1606 20th St., NW, 202-667-0047 (Italian). 1220 19th St., NW, 202-835-0459 (Italian). Johnny;s Half Shell, 2002 P St., NW, 202-296-2021 (American Seafood). Obelisk, 2029 P St., NW, 202-872-1180 (Italian). The Palm, 1225 19th St., NW, 202-293-9091 (Steak/American). Pizzeria Paradiso, 2029 P St., NW, 202-223-1245 (Pizza/Italian). Vidalia, 1990 M St., NW, 202-659-1990 (Modern American/American). In addition, these Dupont Circle
restaurants made last year;s list of. 100 Best Bargain
Restaurants. Annie;s Paramount Steak House, 1609 17th St., NW, 202-232-0395 (American/Steak). 1835 18th St., NW, 202-387-0035 (Tex-Mex). Sala Thai, 2016 P St., NW, 202-872-1144 (Thai/Asian). Or, enjoy a leisurely stroll or a short drive to Washington;s diverse Adams Morgan neighborhood;well known for its many
restaurants. Let our front
desk staff offer some suggestions!
Restaurant Guides for Washington, DC: WashingtonDC.com
Restaurant Guide. Washingtonian Magazine Online
Restaurants Dining Guide. Stroll Connecticut Avenue and peruse a wide range of nationally recognized
shops and department stores (Brooks Brothers, Filene;s Basement, The Gap, Burberry;s, Ann Taylor, Talbots). Or wander the side streets of Dupont Circle and Adams Morgan where you;ll find intriguing
shops, cafes, and art galleries. Hop on Metro;s Red Line at Dupont Circle, and within minutes you;re in a gorgeously renovated space full of upscale
shops, dining, and a
movie theater. With over 100 places to eat,
drink and
shop, Union Station is the perfect dining and shopping destination. Located at 40 Massachusetts Ave. NE. More shopping opportunities include: Chevy Chase Pavilion. Upscale shopping. 5345 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Metro: Friendship Heights. Over 125 stores with clothing, gifts, etc. Crystal Drive between 15th 23rd Streets, Arlington VA. Metro: Crystal City. Fashion
Centre At Pentagon City. 163
shops with a huge Macy's and Nordstrom. Clothing, music, electronics and specialty
shops, dining and cinema. 100 S. Hayes Street, Arlington VA. Metro: Pentagon City. Old Post
Office Pavilion. Historic building has clothing, souvenirs, gifts, dining, etc. One of the best views of Washington can be seen from the Old Post
Office Pavilion's clock tower. 100 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Metro: Federal Triangle.
Shops at Georgetown Park. Upscale
shops and boutiques. Polo, J. Crew, toys, gift, etc. 3222 M Street NW.
Shops at National Place: Men's and Women's clothing, jewelry, gifts, shoes, etc. 13th F Streets NW. Metro: Metro
Center. Tyson's Corner
Center. Largest Mall in the Washington area. Over 230
shops and boutiques including Lord Taylor's, Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's. 1961 Chain Bridge Road, McLean VA. After hours, Dupont Circle;s eclectic mix of
restaurants,
shops,
coffee houses, and nightlife offers an endless array of nighttime and leisure activities;some are even open
24-hours. Who says New York is the only city that never sleeps! Beyond Dupont Circle, the Adams Morgan neighborhood and Georgetown offer many
bars,
restaurants, and live music venues. Theater The Kennedy
Center, the National Theatre, the Shakespeare Theatre, and numerous smaller local theaters offer everything from Broadway shows to opera to new works by local playwrights. The. WashingtonPost.com Entertainment Guide can help you find something of interest.
Movies The following
movie theaters are near the Carlyle. See the. Loews Cineplex Dupont 5, 1350 19th St NW (about 5 blocks from the Carlyle). AMC Union Station 9, 50 Massachusetts Ave. NE (Metro: Union Station). American Film Institute Theater, 2700 F St NW (Metro: Foggy Bottom/West End). Music Dance Clubs As the hometown of Duke Ellington, it;s only fitting that Washington, DC have an active music scene. You can find everything from jazz, blues, and swing to funk, hip-hop, and dance. Digital City;s. Live Music Events Finder and
Bar Clubs Finder can help you find just the kind of music and venue you;re looking for. See Friday;s;Weekend; section of the Washington Post, or the free City Paper for listings of
movies, theatre, live music, comedy clubs, and more. Being in the heart of a vibrant city like Washington doesn;t mean you can;t get back to nature;Dupont Circle is near spectacular National Parks, trails, and waterways. The Washington, DC area offers a host of fun activities you can enjoy while in town: Paddle boating surrounded by cherry blossoms on the Tidal Basin. Kayaking and Canoeing on the picturesque Potomac River on the towpath of the historic CO Canal National Park in magnificent Great Falls Park at one of the Washington area;s many outstanding courses is a great resource for all the fantastic recreational activities and facilities that surround Washington, DC.
Classic style complements contemporary details in this art-deco landmark building.;Each custom
suite was designed with the needs of all travelers in mind,; says DC-based artist Kevin Adams, whose vision molded the furnishings of this newly renovated hotel.
Suites at the Carlyle appeal to travelers from all walks of life.;On the road, be it for
business or pleasure, traveling alone or with family, we all look for that special place that gives us that home-away-from-home feeling,; says Adams. The Carlyle
Suites is it. Stretch out in your unusually large
suite that includes separate working, dining, sitting and sleeping spaces. Each
suite has king or one or two double beds and many have additional sleep-sofas;perfect for extra kids or adults. Fully equipped
kitchens give you option of eating in, whether grabbing a quick
breakfast or preparing a small meal. Complimentary high-speed
Internet access and two-line cordless
phones in every
suite allow you to easily conduct
business or check your personal email. All
guest rooms feature: Custom designed furnishings. Fully equipped
kitchenettes with two-range burner, microwave,
refrigerator,
sink,
coffeemaker, toaster, pots, pans, dishes, glasses, and silverware. Complimentary high-speed
Internet access.
Cable television with free premium news, sports, and
movie channels. Cordless, two-line, touch-tone
phones with data ports, digital
voicemail, and automated
wakeup calls. Private
telephone numbers are available for each
suite.
Iron and
ironing board. Separate vanity area. Electronic key card locking system. Additional information: Children under 18 stay FREE in same
suite as adults. Pets welcome! (Please be sure to let us know if you;re bringing your pet when you make your reservation.). Five fully
non-smoking floors. Check in time is 3:00 pm. Check out time is 12:00 noon. Special Note on Accessibility to our Guests with Disabilities: The Carlyle
Suites Hotel has accessible
guestrooms with roll-in
showers and accessible
kitchenettes; however, there are 4 marble steps in the lobby that provide the only access to all our
guestrooms, the
restaurant and the
meeting rooms. Our art deco hotel was built in 1939 and due to certain physical site constraints, it has not yet been feasible to provide a permanent accessible route around the lobby steps. We do, however, have a portable lift to provide our guests with disabilities access to our
guestrooms and the public areas of the hotel. Should you wish to notify us of your accessibility requirements or should you have any questions about the accessibility of the Carlyle
Suites Hotel, please contact either JoAnn Dana or Richard Spigler at.
JDana@CarlyleSuites.com.
RSpigler@CarlyleSuites.com. IMPORTANT NOTE: Our portable lift is not permanently installed and requires advance notice and time to retrieve and set it in place. Therefore, please note that the failure to provide us with advance notice of a need for an accessible path of travel around our lobby steps may result in our not being able to have our portable lift in place upon your arrival. We look forward to serving you in our Nations Capital! Click here for our Brochure