Swann House

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Historic Setting: Swann House in Washington, D.C. is housed in a recently renovated historic building. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, hypoallergenic bedding, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include balconies with garden or city views, spa baths, and work desks. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, American, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Guests appreciate the quality and selection. Prime Location: Located less than 1 km from the Phillips Collection and 2 km from the White House, Swann House is near attractions such as the National Mall and Lincoln Memorial. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 12 km away. An ice-skating rink is in the surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

  • Private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Swann House is the perfect retreat in the centre of Washington DC. Beautifully decorated, it boasts a number of rooms to relax in after a busy day, with an infusion tea. Plus a small pool to dip in, and cool down in. The relaxing feel is even...”
Neha
India India
“It is brand new - just around 8 months, so it’s really clean with an amazing finish. Great location - walkable to everything including the metro. It is like a high end BnB, very cosy, comfortable and a beautiful ambience.”
Allen
Canada Canada
“Swan House is very pretty and clean. Staff were super friendly and mostly accommodating. The pool was a nice surprise (although water was chilly).”
Caitlin
United States United States
“The Swann House is a historic property that has been renovated beautifully with modern, luxurious touches. The bed was super comfortable. The breakfast was great. There is ample room on the porch and the gorgeous common areas to read a book, have...”
William
United States United States
“Our Host was wonderful providing great breakfasts, freshly made form Eggs to the chocolate croissants. The room was upstairs to the back and was very clean, quiet and provide d a wonderful sleep”
Deniz
Germany Germany
“Wunderschönes altes Haus, mit viel Liebe eingerichtet. Man fühlt sich sofort wohl! Tolles Frühstück, mit guter Auswahl. Die Besitzerin gibt sich viel Mühe und ist sehr freundlich.”
Lindsey
United States United States
“Very clean and comfortable. Everyone was very helpful.”
Selina
United States United States
“Beautiful property, in a great neighborhood of DC. Walking distance to restaurants and metro. Rooms are great, cozy, and roomy for small families. Lovely breakfast options that lean healthier.”
Jacquelyn
United States United States
“The property was perfect, extremely beautiful and clean. Full of character. Staff was very friendly.”
Kathryn
United States United States
“Beautiful historic property, exceptionally well decorated, just an amazing eye. Our room #10 was on the ground floor but so light and spacious -- downright palatial. The bed was very comfortable. Kevin is a splendid host. The neighborhood is...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 31 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Our Washington, DC B&B makes its home in a circa 1883 mansion enveloping you in the grandeur of a bygone era while offering all the modern conveniences necessary for today's traveler. Elaborately carved fireplaces and original plaster moldings reflect just a portion of the nineteenth century craftmanship that can be seen throughout our award-winning Washington, DC Bed and Breakfast Inn. Swann House offers newly renovated beautiful guest rooms individually decorated in approachable luxury style; there are a variety of unique options to choose from. Our grounds include a private courtyard oasis and a sundeck with a pool - perfect respite after a day in the city.

Neighbourhood information

Dupont Circle in Washington DC is a vibrant blend of local haunts and traveler attractions, historic homes and thriving nightlife. Dupont Circle is a popular residential neighborhood with eclectic eateries, coffee shops, bookstores, dive bars and dance clubs on Connecticut Avenue, while over on Massachusetts Avenue, stately buildings line Embassy Row. The neighborhood is known for its high concentration of embassies and think tanks. Often called the city's most beautiful neighborhood, Dupont Circle is also one of the safest neighborhoods in Washington DC.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Swann House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Cot upon request
US$55 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscover Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, on weekends, check-in is between 15:00 and 18:00.

Children age 10 and older are welcome to stay at this property.

Parking is limited by advance reservation only.

Please call the property for more information.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Swann House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.