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Reviews of Hotel Arboretum 2 stars

1917 Bladensburg Road Northeast, Northeast, Washington, DC 20002, United States

#125 of 157 hotels in Washington

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Review score

Based on 728 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    7.2

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom door was hard to close

    Location was great Really enjoyed my over night stay

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2025

    7.0
    I do not recommend this hotel because they do not enforce their quiet rule singed statements by guests
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Suite - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was made to initial statement/ paperwork about not making loud noise but people on the 5th floor were making a lot of noise and the staff was aware and stated the guests were celebrating some performance/show. We were not able to sleep that night. We asked to be moved to another room the following day but we were denied.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2025

    7.0
    It was an ok hotel for 1 night but I wouldn’t stay multiple nights there .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They couldn’t find my reservation when I got there , there was a sock on the floor when we got to our room( which means it wasn’t cleaned properly) and only 1 key worked and that key didn’t work every time .

    The price for the night was good . The breakfast was decent. Staff was nice . They did say I could check out 1 hour late but no later than that.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A room accommodation 6 isn't so comfortable.

    Ok to sleep for a night

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    8.0
    Nice Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I was overcharged. I paid in full through Booking.com, but Hotel Arboretum kept adding room charges to my credit card. Before leaving I was able to question one $700 charge that then fell off of my card. After leaving the hotel I noticed that I had been charged again for my three night stay. I called the hotel two times to question the charge, but I was unable to reach a manager. I contested the charge with my credit card and I am still waiting on a resolution. If Hotel Arboretum reverses those charges on my credit card, I will gladly change my review. Edited 7/7/2025 - The charges were resolved through my credit card. I'm changing my review rating based on that resolution but leaving the original post so others can check their bills carefully. Otherwise, the hotel was very clean, the beds were comfortable and my interaction with staff was very good. Everyone treated us respectfully and graciously. There was a graduation party in the hotel during our stay but the party was contained to its space and ended at 9 pm. I would recommend staying with Hotel Arboretum for its relative affordability for the city and its proximity to all things Washington has to offer.

    The breakfast was adequate. A little more variety would be nice for vegetarians.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    7.0
    Room was fine, front desk staff was surly, parking fee was surprising, ridiculous and unnecessary.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking fee was ridiculous

    Breakfast bar was not open at the time I had to leave.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very expensive parking

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    8.0
    My brother snores too loudly
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its a loud neighborhood with all the music venues nearby. But ive stayed at the hotel right next door and was a loud party goer so I didnt expect it to be different.

    The receptionist had beautiful eyes and was very friendly despite the long line and wait to check in.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2025

    7.0
    Very friendly staff and management. Easy check-in/check-out and comfortable coming/going all hours
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights

    More plant-based food options at breakfast would've been nice.

    Loved the tea/coffee/decaf coffee options at breakfast.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    7.0
    Overall, pleasant minus the cold showers!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights

    WE HAD TO TAKE COLD SHOWERS EVERYDAY as there was no hot water! And we were under the impression prior to our visit that you had a pool and a hot tub which we definitely needed after our long walking days in DC!

    The hotel was nice, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was good. The service for our room was good. The location was convenient.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    8.0
    was a nice clean hotel in a reasonable location, I'd stay there again when in DC next
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    very noisy hallway at night,

    very clean,fair breakfast, responsive staff, decent location, room was large and well laid out

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2025

    9.0
    Good for the price. Yhe staff is amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast.

    Price and room size.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2025

    9.0
    Satisfied
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Things were okay

    Calmness and decent policies of non=smoking and No Alcohol

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2025

    9.0
    Totally met my needs
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    IT WAS ALL PRETTY GOOD

    BREAKFAST WAS GOOD LOCATION WAS GOOD

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2025

    8.0
    Overall happy with out stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was a lady from the staff bossing people around at breakfast.. she scolded me for putting my orange juice in the "wrong size" cup.

    Very nice front desk, easy to get to location, room was very comfortable, and close to many things to do.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2024

    8.0
    The hospitality was the best thing about my stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It was nice to be able to have breakfast, but I wish there were more healthy choices. For example: whole grain cereal, greater variety of fruit.

    The staff was wonderful!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2024

    8.0
    Overall, our stay was plesant it was just the parking situation that would make me reconsider visiting again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Seemed like a strech to pay an additional $23 for parking when youre staying there.

    The property was close to DC and provided breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2024

    9.0
    My stay was nice, comfortable and quiet. My boyfriend and I enjoyed the free breakfast. Very good. The only downside was
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were not always friendly.

    Property was clean and safe.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It was a little loud due to being so close to the street, but not too bad. The room keys would also stop working, and we would have to go back downstairs to have them fixed by the staff.

    It's not the fanciest hotel, but it's clean, and the rooms are very spacious. Breakfast is simple but keeps me full. The staff is amiable.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2024

    9.0
    always wonderful at the arborteum
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    am i allowed to suggest pancakes and french toast?

    always a home feeling when staying at arborteum

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2024

    9.0
    This place was wonderful. Would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    All was wonderful.

    This was a great place the staff were all helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2024

    9.0
    Well positioned hotel with clean facilities and great staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Eggs didn't need to be heavily salted, given that there was salt provided. A broader fruit option would be good.

    Lots of breakfast. Friendly staff.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Late room housekeeping

    Breakfast OK, Access to printer, basic gym, free luggage storage

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was good. A better variety of meat would have been good.

    Stayed in October 2024

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