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Hotel Overview

2700 Cathedral Ave Nw, Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20008

Kalorama Guest House - Bed and Breakfast near Smithsonian's National Zoo

Kalorama Guest House is located in Woodley Park, a few blocks from the Smithsonian's National Zoo and the Woodley Park Station Metro line. The Metro provides access to Reagan Airport, the Smithsonian museums, National Airport, historic Union Station, and The White House. The neighborhood features leafy, green streets and is within walking distance of bars and restaurants. The property offers a breakfast buffet with croissants, whole fresh fruit, breads, yogurt, orange juice, hot and cold cereals, and fresh brewed coffee and teas. Guests can relax in public parlors with televisions. The inn has been in business for decades.

Additional perks of the hotel

Host provides recommendations for dining and activities

Bottle of commercial red wine available in the evening

Pathway of Peace featuring miniature trees representing each state and territory

Exhibit buildings at the National Zoo with small mammals, apes, and reptiles

Hop-on, hop-off tour with 30 stops throughout Washington DC

Rooms

Rooms at Kalorama Guest House offer either a private bathroom or access to a shared bathroom. Shared bath units include a private sink in each room. Accommodations feature heating, air conditioning, and a tumble dryer. Some rooms have cable TV. Room types include queen, double, or twin beds. The property is in a residential brownstone neighborhood.

Other conveniences

Limited street parking with a 2-hour maximum

Landmarks nearby: Lincoln Memorial (4.5 km), Embassy Row (2 km), Dupont Circle (2 km), Washington National Cathedral (1.5 km)

Onsite restaurants available

Carpeted floors in rooms

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Washington 2.5 mi

Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA) 7.7 mi

Washington Dulles International (IAD) 27.5 mi

Train

Washington Union Station 3.3 mi

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Freight Station 3.4 mi

Underground

Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan1700 ft

Cleveland Park2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop2000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 15 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking

Guest Parking

Dryer

Dining

Breakfast

Self-catering

Dryer

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

2700 Cathedral Ave Nw, Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20008

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2700 Cathedral Ave Nw, Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20008

City landmarks

Zoo

Smithsonian National Zoological Park

1.0 mi

Church

Washington National Cathedral

1.1 mi

Landmark

Dupont Circle

1.4 mi

Museum

Hillwood Estate

1.7 mi

Monument

Lincoln Memorial

2.7 mi

Garden

Tudor Place

1.6 mi

Museum

The Phillips Collection

1.3 mi

Landmark

United States Naval Observatory

3800 ft

Landmark

Dumbarton House

1.7 mi

Farm

Peirce Mill

4600 ft

Landmark

Adams Morgan

4200 ft

Mosque

Islamic Mosque and Cultural Center

4200 ft

Garden

Dumbarton Oaks Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

Embassy Row

1.2 mi

Cemetery

Oak Hill Cemetery

1.1 mi

Landmark

Spanish Steps

1.1 mi

Landmark

Anderson House

1.3 mi

Landmark

The L. Ron Hubbard House

1.1 mi

Museum

The President Woodrow Wilson House

1.0 mi

Library

Cleveland Park Library

2200 ft

Landmark

Tregaron Conservancy

2300 ft

Landmark

Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection Museum

1.0 mi

Landmark

Urban Dwell

4100 ft

Landmark

Pershing Park

1.3 mi

Museum

National Museum of American Jewish Military History

1.3 mi

Museum

National Air and Space Museum

3.4 mi

Museum

The White House

2.3 mi

Park

Book Hill Park

2.0 mi

Nearby

3001 Connecticut Ave NW

National Zoological Park

1600 ft

Zoo

Smithsonian National Zoological Park Visitor Center

1600 ft

Restaurants

Panda Grill at Panda Plaza Food Court

1600 ft

3001 Connecticut Ave NW Inside the National Zoo at Panda Plaza

Dunkin'

2000 ft

2633 Connecticut Ave NW

Chipotle Mexican Grill

2100 ft

2600 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 200

Baskin-Robbins

2000 ft

2604 Connecticut Ave NW Uppr

Firehook Bakery

3400 ft

3411 Connecticut Ave NW

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Michael

United States, December 2023

9.0/10

The hotel is located in a spectacular area in Woodley Park, close to the metro station and convenient to many attractions. The rooms offer a charming old-timey feel and are very quiet, clean, and comfortable. The service is outstanding, with staff going out of their way to be helpful and friendly. The dining experience, with a huge variety of warm and cold food for breakfast, is excellent. However, some dishes may be too sweet for some diners. Overall, a great value for money stay with top-notch service and a perfect location.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms have a fun old-timey feel, are very quiet, comfortable, and very clean with decent furnishings and a comfortable bed.

Service

9.0

The staff is gregarious, helpful, and goes the extra mile for guests.

Location

10.0

The hotel is located in the historic neighborhood of Woodley Park, near the Metrostation with direct connections to key spots like Union Station and the Mall. It is also convenient to Adams Morgan, Georgetown, and other city highlights.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offers a fantastic variety of different warm and cold food for breakfast. However, some dishes may be too sweet for some tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers great amenities and a pleasant atmosphere for guests.

Barry

United States, December 2023

9.0/10

I couldn't have asked for a better stay! The room I got was bigger than the one I booked, complete with a sleigh bed and a super comfy mattress. Even though it was in the basement, it was surprisingly spacious and nice. The service was exceptional; the staff was so kind and even let me check out a bit later when the time change threw me off. The location was perfect, just a short walk from the Woodley Park Metro station and close to restaurants. The dining options were everything I could wish for and plentiful, even though a bit more variety would've been nice. Overall, a fantastic experience with excellent value for money.

Rooms

9.0

My room was bigger than expected, with a sleigh bed and a very comfy mattress. Even being in the basement, it was surprisingly spacious and nice.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch! The staff was very kind and accommodating, going out of their way to help me out, like coming over after hours to assist me.

Location

10.0

The location was super convenient, just a short walk from the Woodley Park Metro station and near restaurants and stores.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were plentiful with lots of choices, though a bit more variety would've been appreciated.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were excellent, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Mary

United States, July 2023

8.2/10

I arrived at the hotel and was greeted by a platter of freshly made chocolate chip cookies and napkins waiting for me at the base of the stairs. The room was comfortably furnished, with a sofa, an upholstered comfy chair, a desk, and a desk chair. Despite having very poor WiFi, the room was still comfortable and clean.

Rooms

7.0

The room was comfortably furnished and clean.

Service

9.0

The service was engaging and very informative about the area. It felt like being part of a family with super-helpful and friendly staff who were flexible and accommodating.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in a lovely leafy suburb on the edge of the city, full of tree-lined streets, cafes, and restaurants. It's conveniently near Metrostation Woodley Park, offering a safe and convenient neighborhood.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was of choice with a huge range of warm and cold food, creating an excellent opportunity to connect with other guests and the host over delicious meals.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a home-like atmosphere conducive for socializing with other guests on the lovely stone patio.