Bloomingdale Inn

You will feel immediately welcome as you enter the comfortable elegance of this early 1900’s Victorian townhouse. The beautifully renovated Inn features ten spacious guest rooms creating the perfect atmosphere to pamper and revive... more

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"We Love It." 11/5/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

I booked the room for my parents. They were hestitant about the common bathroom arrangement but gave it a try. They were glad they did. The two row houses that have been converted are well done. The proprieter is great with advice on where to eat,... read more


"A real winner!" 11/4/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

The location is perfect and our host was very informative and very helpful. The bonus was his great waffles...don't miss out! Will recommend this to all our friends. Harold & Sharon

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"Great Bed and Breakfast!" 11/2/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bloomingdale Inn. The house décor is lovely and the rooms are comfortable, attractive and clean. Breakfast was great… delicious eggs and waffles along with cereals, breads, bagels, jams, peanut butter and more.... read more


"charming and comfortable B&B" 11/2/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

We stayed here the middle of October and found it very comfortable and affordable for the Washington DC area. The bed was very good for my husband, but a little too firm for me. Easy access to bus line, close to the wonderous things of the area.

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"AN ENJOYABLE TRIP" 10/26/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

This was my first stay at a Bed & Breakfast and I was extremely pleased. The visit was so much nicer than staying at a motel. I felt as though I was visiting with friends. The room was delightful, the breakfast most enjoyable and Jim is an... read more


"Very kind" 8/30/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

I stayed in that hotel with my friend. We both were amaised by what we saw. My friend's firts question was: " what is this place?" It's different, very kind and simple. I felt like I am at home...very kind people, nice rooms, internet,... read more


"Charming, comfortable, hospitable B&B " 8/16/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

One night stay in the Barnet Room. Arrived at 1 AM, to a very warm welcome. The room was beautiful and comfortable with a view of the reservoir. Woke up after 9 AM the next day. The owner was busy preparing hot breakfasts to order, for late... read more


"Great breakfast and good company" 8/13/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Jim was a perfect "inn host"! He also makes the best "Belgin Waffels" in town. the room with an old fashioned bathtub was charming. I would go again! read more


"Nice surprise" 8/7/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

Had a very pleasant stay. Clean, friendly, good internet connection. Host pointed out great places to eat (including soul food) or where to go out. read more


"great inn!" 7/28/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

i only stayed overnight, but i was treated to a full tour, a delicious home-cooked complimentary breakfast, and as much dc lore as i wanted. it's a really beautiful place and i highly recommend it.

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"A Great Place to Stay!" 7/14/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

My wife, two children, and I stayed there during our stay in DC. Jim, the innkeeper, was very gracious, helpful, and friendly. I felt like we were staying in a relative's home. The rooms were great, and the bed very comfortable. Easy access to... read more


"Great Hospitality!" 7/8/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

I took my daughter and her two small children to visit DC. We knew nothing about the area before coming but the inn keepers treated us feel like their family and always felt safe!! The breakfast was delicious and the service superb! The bedroom... read more


"like home" 7/1/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

If you want to feel like you are home, while away, como to this nice hotel, personalized assistance it is a big asset, your home in WDC, Engel O.

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"Very friendly" 6/30/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

A very pleasant laid back stay ...

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"Second Visit - MW from Denver" 5/22/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

This was my second stay with the inn; Jim was so helpful and the rooms were just the size I needed and so clean. Not knowing the DC area, Jim provided and assisted me with finding places to dine and even walked me to the corner to guide me on my... read more


"I highly recommend" 5/19/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

I totally enjoyed my stay at the Bloomingdale Inn, I would go back in a heartbeat. I appreciated the cleanliness, comfortable room with internet, breakfast and conversation, and most of all the outstanding service! I called my son to let him know... read more


"Bloomingdale Inn Rocks" 5/18/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

My stay was most pleasant...service outstanding. I felt welcome and safe. Any questions I had were answered. Definitely will recommend and/or return on my next trip to DC.

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"April 2009 Stay" 5/18/2009
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Stayed On: 4/2009

We stayed 4 nights, enjoyed all aspects of the inn - clean, comfortable, Jim was a most attentive Host for our visit. Would definately return if making another trip to Washington DC. read more


"change of pace" 3/19/2009
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Stayed On: 2/2009

I enjoyed the 'change' of doing something different in my own city...It was worth it! read more


"wonderful place!" 3/11/2009
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Stayed On: 2/2009

Gerald is fantastic and the inn is beautiful. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for warm hospitality. read more


"very interesting" 2/18/2009
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Stayed On: 1/2009

I had so much fun at the inn. I will book again in April! :)

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"great, terrific place to stay at" 1/22/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2008

We stayed here for 3 nights. The city is great seeing, as is the inn. The place for the pleasant stay. read more


"great stay" 1/9/2009
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Stayed On: 12/2008

excellent accommodations, clean, roomy, tasty breakfast, very appealing decor, proximity to downtown DC

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"Bloomingdale Inn" 12/15/2008
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Stayed On: 12/2008

Superb, rustic, and in a quiet section of DC.

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"Bloomingdale Inn" 12/11/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

The inn was well located for my needs and the staff were especially helpful and knowledgeable. The staff made the visit more enjoyable! read more


"We will return!" 12/11/2008
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Stayed On: 12/2008

We enjoyed our stay very much. The room was large, light, and beautifully furnished. The little nook with the desk allowed my husband to work late, while I slept. It was a wonderful vacation stay! read more


"Heavenly Stay!" 12/9/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

We loved it! The room was wonderfully furnished, had great ambiance and warmth. he rest of the inn was equally appealing. Breakfast was delicious, served with love and great conversation with the owner. We will return for sure! read more


"Bloomingdale Inn" 12/9/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

Wonderful ambiance, very personable staff. read more


"B&B experience" 11/25/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

We had a wonderful stay at the Bloomingdale Inn. It was comfortable, warm, and friendly atmosphere. The innkeepers went out of their way to see that we had a great stay! read more


"Cozy and quaint" 11/21/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

very cozy and comfortable. Well maintained and clean. Comfortable bed. Cozy sitting room. Conveniently located. read more


"Comfort in the city" 11/20/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

Enjoyed a retreat with ladies from church in this antique-filled home. Comfortable beds, nice window coverings, fireplace, decorative trim. Great respite from family life. read more


"The perfect retreat" 11/20/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

We came here for a church women's retreat from Vienna, VA. This is the perfect distance away from home and a very beautiful home. It's like a little oasis of luxury in the middle of our busy lives. read more


"A pleasant retreat!" 11/20/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

A great place with a warming atmosphere and pleasant charm. A clean and comfortable place to stay! read more


"Home-like comfort" 11/18/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

What a warm and welcoming inn! The bed was comfortable, the inn clean, and the atmosphere wonderful! read more


"Simple and Sweet" 11/18/2008
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For our weekend ladies' retreat, the inn met our needs perfectly. Comfortable, classic, roomy, yet cozy. We loved the ambiance and the opportunity to get away so close to home! read more


"Sha-Bang!" 11/18/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

Warm pastel walls greeted me as I entered the cozy inn. My group milled around the inn feeling as though we were at a friend's home. The creaking floors allowed me to keep tabs on my roommate! read more


"Bloomingdale" 11/18/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

nice stay! great hosts, great food, great rooms! read more


"wonderful time" 11/18/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

We had a wonderful time on our Woman's Retreat Friday night and Saturday. Thanks! read more


"cozy" 11/18/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

This is a cozy place, and comfortable. great breakfast. very accommodating. read more


"retreat" 11/18/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

very good stay- ice place- well decorated, economical, quaint.

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"A good time had by all" 11/18/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

About 30 ladies from church came on Friday afternoon 'til lunch(ish) on Sat for a short retreat. It was a lovely time. Staff was helpful, courteous, accommodating, lovely surroundings. Loved walking in the neighborhood.

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"Amazing place to stay" 11/5/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Bloomingdale had the best service I've ever encountered traveling, and at a great price. Guest rooms are large and comfortable, luxuriously decorated. Although bathroom was 'shared' I never felt as if I were sharing bath, and that despite the inn... read more


"Keep working on it" 10/14/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Housekeeping left a lot to be desired - clean towels were only left 3 out of the 8 days we stayed. Sometimes our water glasses were replaced, sometimes not. Gerald & Carl were great, but a little variety for the evening snack would be great... read more


"Not bad, but by no means great or fabulous either....." 4/7/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

The service was excellent and the innkeepers congenial and helpful. While having great potential, we thought that maybe the rooms were a work in progress, yet this B&B has been open for a while now. Our room had a nice wood floor, but not a... read more


"Loved it!!" 6/10/2007
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Stayed On: 3/2006

The owners were very helpful, the house is beautiful, there were fresh baked cookies served in the afternoon and the breakfast was very good. It was a fabulous value for the money and we really enjoyed staying there! It was convenient to the Metro... read more


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Bloomingdale Inn Bed and Breakfast
Bloomingdale Inn, Washington, DC - Inn
Bloomingdale Inn
2417 First Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
USA
Phone: +1-202-319-0801
Fax: +1-202-238-9485
Innkeeper(s)
Jim & Lorraine, Dani
Rates:
$89 - $179
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First Floor Living roomDining Room
Samuel Gompers, on the first floor with its own sitting room.Gompers sitting area.
Barnett-Aden, beautiful light-filled room on the third floor.Cozy Third Floor living room with a view of the reservoir.
Wardman on the third floorMt. Bethel, romantic room on the first floor.
McMillan on the second floor.