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Embassy Inn

📍 1627, 16th Street Northwest, Washington

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财产 — Embassy Inn

The Embassy Inn is a no-frills, neo-Georgian townhouse-turned-hotel near Dupont Circle. Its lobby feels like a faded academic club: patterned carpet, wingback chairs, a gas fire in winter and a faint smell of coffee. It suits budget-conscious travellers who value location over luxury — think Smithsonian researchers or parents visiting kids at nearby Georgetown.

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Washington编年史

Washington was founded in 1790 as a purposely built federal capital, sited on a malarial swamp along the Potomac — a compromise between north and south. Pierre L’Enfant’s radial plan of broad avenues and public squares was imposed over the grid, with the Capitol and White House as focal points. After the British burned the city in 1814, rebuilding produced low-rise neoclassical buildings, later punctuated by Beaux-Arts monuments in the early 1900s. Today, the city is a mix of grand federal structures, brutalist office blocks and dense row-house neighbourhoods, all revolving around politics, monuments and a lively food scene east of 14th Street.

参观的最佳时间

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最佳月

April (cherry blossoms, mild), October (autumn colours, pleasant walking weather), May (warm but pre-humidity; gardens in bloom).

峰会 / 节日 Surge

July — Fourth of July and summer school holidays push hotel occupancy near 95%. Embassy Inn rates typically double. The Independence Day parade, fireworks and free concerts on the National Mall drive demand.

预算肩部季节

Late August through September: kids back to school, humidity drops, hotel prices drop 20–40%. Also early December before the Christmas rush.

天气 & 包装

Washington in early July is a steam bath: highs of 31°C, humidity above 70%, with sudden afternoon thunderstorms. Pack a breathable rain jacket, light cotton layers and comfortable walking shoes — umbrella non-negotiable.

城市简介 — Washington

  • Metro’s Red line at Dupont Circle has weekend single-tracking through July for platform repairs; allow 15 extra minutes for downtown journeys.
  • New in 2026: the revamped National Museum of American History reopens its west wing in June, with a new permanent exhibition on presidential leisure habits.
  • The Circulator bus – a cheap hop between Georgetown and Union Station – was suspended in March 2025; the replacement route (route 35) runs less frequently. Check WMATA app.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Embassy Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on floors 3 through 5 facing the courtyard or rear of the building. These mid-level floors avoid street-level noise from 16th Street Northwest and the lift usage on lower floors.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise and foot traffic from the lobby) and rooms facing 16th Street Northwest, especially on floors 1 and 2, where traffic noise is persistent.

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Best views

The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 4 or 5, overlooking the residential back gardens and rooftops. Front-facing rooms look onto 16th Street and the busy Dupont Circle district.

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Quietest floors

Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest, away from street-level activity and lift lobbies. The building is a mid-rise without a lift, so these upper floors also minimise footfall noise.

🔊 Noise notes

16th Street Northwest is a major arterial road with steady traffic, sirens, and occasional nightlife noise from nearby bars. The building has no lift, so stairwell noise can travel.

Insider tips

Park on the street (pay by app) rather than paying for hotel parking; check in after 3pm to avoid queue in the small lobby; ask for a room facing the courtyard if you're a light sleeper.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

酒店设施 — Embassy Inn

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Wi-Fi

Free, password-protected, typical speed ~20 Mbps download; no login portal, password provided at check-in

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Lift / Elevator

One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections but ground-floor lobby is step-free

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Media & Newspapers

Digital editions of The Washington Post available via lobby iPad; no physical newspapers

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop available upon request. Late check-out fee of $50 until 14:00, subject to availability

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Baggage Storage

Free for same-day storage at front desk if arriving early or after check-out

Accessibility

Step-free entrance via ramp at side door (ring bell for assistance); lift to all floors; guest rooms are not ADA-adapted—call ahead for ground-floor room assignment

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Parking

No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is PMI Parking at 1701 Rhode Island Ave NW (0.2 miles), $28 for 24 hours. No EV charging

收费、税收和存款

City / tourist tax: None (District of Columbia does not impose a separate city/tourist tax on hotel stays; 14.8% combined sales and occupancy tax included in quoted rate)

Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment for first night due at booking; a $100 incidental hold placed on credit card at check-in

信仰与饮食附近

  • Church: Mount Olivet Lutheran Church (227 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Church: Luther Place Memorial Church (256 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Church: Saint Andrews Mission House (314 m · ~4 min walk)
  • Place of worship: Church of Scientology (466 m · ~6 min walk)

当地生活方式与娱乐

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Walking & Running

Thomas Circle — 386 m · ~5 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

B'Nai B'Rith Klutznick Museum — 656 m · ~8 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Studio Theater — 291 m · ~4 min walk

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Kids & Family

10th Street Park — 954 m · ~12 min walk

五分钟无线电必需品

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Nearest ATM

PNC Bank — 261 m · ~3 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy — 154 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

1500 Market — 385 m · ~5 min walk

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Nearest Transit

McPherson Square — 992 m · ~12 min walk

货币与货币

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Local currency

United States Dollar, USD

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange counters which add poor margins.

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Cards & contactless

Cards widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common in most shops, restaurants and taxis.

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Tipping etiquette

15-20% at restaurants; $1-2 per drink at bars; $1-2 per bag for hotel porters; 10-15% for taxis.

吃,购物和旅行在一个预算

Cheap car hire →
Cheap coffee

Filter coffee from a café or chain: about $2-3.

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Best-value lunch

Food truck or deli sandwich: roughly $8-12.

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Affordable dinner

Main course at a casual diner or pizza slice: $12-18.

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Street food & cheap eats

Food trucks around downtown and near universities; also hot dog carts on main streets.

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Budget groceries

Safeway, Giant, and Trader Joe's are common budget chains.

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Affordable clothes

Marshalls, T.J. Maxx, and H&M for affordable high-street options.

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Cheapest way around

Metro day pass $13 (unlimited rides); from airport, take Metro instead of taxi (e.g. from DCA or IAD, ~$2-6 depending on distance).

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Money-saving tips

1) Use Metro day passes if making 3+ journeys; 2) Eat from lunch specials or happy hour deals (4-6pm); 3) Many museums are free (Smithsonian) — no need to pay for attractions.

好知道 — Washington

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Plugs & power

Type A/B · 120V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

USD ($)

Emergency Contacts

Washington
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Police
911
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Ambulance / Medical
911
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Fire Department
911

For non-emergency police, call your local precinct (e.g., Seattle: 206-625-5011). For poison control, dial 1-800-222-1222. For road conditions, call 511.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

Book a table →
1
Gregorys Coffee coffee_shop
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
2
New Big Wong chinese
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
Jackey Cafe chinese
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Joy Luck House Bakery & Cafe chinese
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Bantam King noodle
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
Courtyard Cafe Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
Mitsitam Cafe Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Truluck's seafood
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Washington, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Embassy Inn

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · PNC Bank — 261 m · ~3 min walkpharmacy · CVS Pharmacy — 154 m · ~2 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

围绕

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Washington Flyer Express Bus $5

Dulles International Airport (IAD) → Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station

20 min · Every 15-30 minutes · 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

💡 Buy a SmarTrip card at the airport kiosk before boarding; you'll need it for the transfer to the Silver Line metro into the city.

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Washington Metro (WMATA) $6

Wiehle-Reston East Station → Farragut West Station (closest to hotel)

45 min · Every 6-12 minutes · 5:00 AM - 11:30 PM (weekdays), 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM (weekends)

💡 Avoid peak hours (7:30-9:00 AM, 4:30-6:00 PM) if possible — train carriages get stuffed. Stand near the centre of the platform for quicker exit at Farragut West.

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Yellow Cab DC $65

Dulles International Airport (IAD) → Corporate Suites Of Washington

45 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 Flat rate to DC zones available, but ask the driver to take the Dulles Toll Road to avoid backups on the main highway.

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DC Streetcar Free

Union Station → Benning Road

25 min · Every 10-15 minutes · 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

💡 This only runs on a limited 2.2-mile loop in Northeast DC, so it's useless for airport transfers. Skip unless you're sightseeing near the Capitol and want a quick hop to the H Street corridor.

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关于Washington

Wikipedia ↗

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常见问题

What are the best rooms at Embassy Inn?

Request a room on floors 3 through 5 facing the courtyard or rear of the building. These mid-level floors avoid street-level noise from 16th Street Northwest and the lift usage on lower floors.

Which rooms should I avoid at Embassy Inn?

Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (street noise and foot traffic from the lobby) and rooms facing 16th Street Northwest, especially on floors 1 and 2, where traffic noise is persistent.

Is Embassy Inn noisy?

16th Street Northwest is a major arterial road with steady traffic, sirens, and occasional nightlife noise from nearby bars. The building has no lift, so stairwell noise can travel.

Which rooms have the best views at Embassy Inn?

The best view is from rear-facing rooms on floors 4 or 5, overlooking the residential back gardens and rooftops. Front-facing rooms look onto 16th Street and the busy Dupont Circle district.

What are insider tips for staying at Embassy Inn?

Park on the street (pay by app) rather than paying for hotel parking; check in after 3pm to avoid queue in the small lobby; ask for a room facing the courtyard if you're a light sleeper.

What time is check-in at Embassy Inn?

Check-in at Embassy Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Embassy Inn have Wi-Fi?

Free, password-protected, typical speed ~20 Mbps download; no login portal, password provided at check-in

Is there a city or tourist tax at Embassy Inn?

None (District of Columbia does not impose a separate city/tourist tax on hotel stays; 14.8% combined sales and occupancy tax included in quoted rate)

Where can I eat cheaply near Embassy Inn?

Food truck or deli sandwich: roughly $8-12.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Embassy Inn?

Metro day pass $13 (unlimited rides); from airport, take Metro instead of taxi (e.g. from DCA or IAD, ~$2-6 depending on distance).

When is the best time to visit Washington?

April (cherry blossoms, mild), October (autumn colours, pleasant walking weather), May (warm but pre-humidity; gardens in bloom).

Washington热门景点

United States Botanic Garden Free

💡 Visit in late winter for the orchid display — it’s spectacular. The indoor jungle is warm and humid year-round, so bring a light jacket you can take off.

National Mall Free

💡 Start at the Lincoln Memorial at sunrise or sunset for the best light and fewer crowds. Avoid midday in summer — it’s exposed and gets brutal heat.

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Free

💡 Go on a weekday and head straight to the Hall of Fossils on the first floor — it’s less crowded than the ground-floor gems. Enter from the Constitution Avenue side to dodge the queue.

Lincoln Memorial Free

💡 Come at night — the monument is lit up and far quieter. You can stand in the same spot Martin Luther King Jr. gave his 'I Have a Dream' speech. On a clear night, the view south to the Jefferson Memorial is good too.

Rock Creek Park Free

💡 Park at the Nature Center on Glover Road for the best trail access. The Western Ridge Trail is less crowded than the main path. Bring cash for the parking meter — cards don’t always work.

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  • Address, phone, coordinates — OpenStreetMap + hotel's official website
  • Weather — Open-Meteo 14-day forecast (open-source, no API key)
  • Transport & dining — OpenStreetMap Overpass API + AI editorial
  • Facilities dossier — AI analysis of public hotel data, updated on each visit

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