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Chester A. Arthur House B&B
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  • The Chester A.Arthur House was built in 1883. Grand double parlors on the first floor, complete with matching chandeliers custom built by the same craftsman who handled the chandeliers at the U.S. Capitol. Today, the owners have restored and furnished the first floor of the home in keeping with the rich History of the home.
    Second floor General Logan Room. This room features an antique carved queen sized bed and en suite full bath. It is located on the front of the house. If city noises bother you we suggest the Magnolia room or the Highland Suite.
    This is the 2nd floor Magnolia room featuring an antique carved queen sized bed and private full bath.
    Served in our dining room, guests are treated to a continental plus breakfast featuring fresh made breads, gourmet cereals, seasonal fruit, yogurt, juice and piping hot coffee.
    The Cinnamon Room is furnished with a King sized bed and is located on the second floor, rear of the house. A recently renovated bath is ensuite featuring a tiled shower. This room has central air-conditioning and as with all rooms at the home, wireless Internet access and TV with cable
    The Cinnamon Room is located on the second floor of the home. This room is furnished with a King sized bed and includes a remodeled private bath with tiled shower (no bath tub). This room is centrally air-conditioned and as with all rooms has WiFi and TV with cable.
    The over sized Highland Suite is located on the third floor and features an antique queen bed, private full bath, living area with a double sized sleeper sofa and a small kitchenette
    The Highland Suite on the third floor features a kitchenette for light meals and reheating.
    Side by side front parlors allow for great times meeting guests from all over the world or just putting your feet up after a long day of sightseeing and relaxing with a glass of wine.
    Mornings, the guests at the Chester A. Arthur House are treated to freshly baked muffins or specialty breads, seasonal fruit, gourmet cereals, and premium piping hot coffee or tea. During the warmer months, guests are invited to enjoy our rear deck for breakfast, or to relax after a day of sightseeing or conference.
    • Address 13th and P Street, NW (Logan Circle)
      Washington, 20009
      USA
    • Phone+1-413-582-9888
    • Fax+1-413-582-9669
    • Toll free+1-877-893-3233
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    Make your stay in the Nation's Capitol unforgettable at this large, elegantly restored 19th-century residence right on historic, leafy Logan Circle. This friendly home with stylishly appointed, over-sized guest rooms is situated in walking distance of the best Washington has to offer: the National Mall, the White House and other major government buildings, world-class museums, art galleries, theaters, restaurants, upscale nightclubs, the new Convention Center, and the fabulously popular Spy Museum. It’s at the edge of the city’s main business district. Built for a wealthy undersecretary of the treasury in the Chester A. Arthur Administration, this sprawling 1883 townhouse with mahogany paneled staircase spiraling up three stories and sweeping double parlors is situated directly on historic Logan Circle, overlooking one of city designer Charles Pierre L’Enfant’s “special places.” It has been featured in a Discovery Channel special, on the Logan Circle Victorian Christmas House Tour, and has been the site of many National Geographic Society departmental Christmas parties. Among the home’s features are 11-foot ceilings with heavy plaster crown moldings, matched crystal chandeliers, gilded pier mirrors, fortress-thick walls, and eight fireplaces. Oil paintings along with antiques from the Romanesque Revival, Empire and Eastlake periods grace the generously proportioned rooms.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 9 Reviews

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    4.2 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.8 out of 5
     

    Had a wonderful stay

    February 19, 2013

    It is a beautiful house. Breakfast was superb. The hosts were interesting and attentive. The bed was very comfortable. I will be back!

    3.4 out of 5
     

    Inviting place to stay in DC

    November 18, 2011

    I would definitely come back, but would request a room that did not overlook the main street -- very noisy all night long. Fortunately, I was so tired at night it didn't matter all that much. Wonderful hosts, delicious breakfasts, convenient location, and beautifully historic home. It was like staying at a relative's cozy home, which I much prefer to hotels.

    5 out of 5
     

    Eric and Carl are terrific!

    September 09, 2011

    The home is beautiful, full of Victorian antiques and interesting books that reflect well on the owners. The location is great, easy access to all you want to get to - the best part is the care provided by the hosts, Eric and Carl. They are the best. I can't wait to visit again, and hope to soon.

    3.4 out of 5
     

    A great location and friendly staff

    April 07, 2011

    Rooms are beautiful and the owners and hosts are very friendly and accomodating. Location is great, within a short walk of good restaurants. The only glitch we had was a slow-draining shower, but not atypical for an old house.

    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Steve, Kathy or Alan for Reservations

    Innkeepers Description:

    A former Washington Post editor and White House correspondent for Congressional Quarterly, he is author of several books and is executive co-producer of the National Geographic Society-National Public Radio's award-winning "Radio Expeditions," heard on NPR's Morning Edition. She, a former member of the editorial staff of USA Today and editor of the historic Alexandria Gazette, teaches courses in natural history, and heads projects to conserve rare mid-Atlantic butterflies.

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $115 - $225

    Guest Room

    Each guest room features an antique queen sized carved bed, a decorative fireplace and private full bath. Additionally, guest rooms have a writing desk, private line telephone and color television with cable. For those traveling with a laptop, this home offers wireless accessibility. Some rooms can accommodate extra travelers using extra beds or a rollaway bed. Extra guests carry an additional charge of $15 per night

    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen
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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: Flexible to 10p    Check Out: 11am

    • Minimum Stay: Advanced reservations require a 2 nights, Holidays and Speical Evenst 3 nights

    • Deposit Amount Required: A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is required at the time of reservation

    • Cancellations: Full payment is due 2 weeks prior to arrival. Once a room is paid for, any cancellation would result in a refund only for nights resold.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes

    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Description: Adults over 21, responsible. No red wine inside the home.

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Children 6 years and up please are welcomed.

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 9 Reviews

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    4.2 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    4.8 out of 5
     

    Had a wonderful stay

    February 19, 2013

    It is a beautiful house. Breakfast was superb. The hosts were interesting and attentive. The bed was very comfortable. I will be back!

    3.4 out of 5
     

    Inviting place to stay in DC

    November 18, 2011

    I would definitely come back, but would request a room that did not overlook the main street -- very noisy all night long. Fortunately, I was so tired at night it didn't matter all that much. Wonderful hosts, delicious breakfasts, convenient location, and beautifully historic home. It was like staying at a relative's cozy home, which I much prefer to hotels.

    5 out of 5
     

    Eric and Carl are terrific!

    September 09, 2011

    The home is beautiful, full of Victorian antiques and interesting books that reflect well on the owners. The location is great, easy access to all you want to get to - the best part is the care provided by the hosts, Eric and Carl. They are the best. I can't wait to visit again, and hope to soon.

    3.4 out of 5
     

    A great location and friendly staff

    April 07, 2011

    Rooms are beautiful and the owners and hosts are very friendly and accomodating. Location is great, within a short walk of good restaurants. The only glitch we had was a slow-draining shower, but not atypical for an old house.

    3.4 out of 5
     

    A very enjoyable stay

    March 23, 2011

    We had an excellent stay at Chester Arthur. Eric and Carl were good hosts, each taking a couple of days. The location was very convenient to the Mall, museums and galleries, and right around the corner from a good dining and theatre area. Breakfast was enjoyable, and the decor in the home was inviting. We would certainly stay there again.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    Why stay in a characterless hotel?

    November 11, 2010

    A truly outstanding B&B - more like staying in an extremely comfortable museum. Antique furniture throughout, but beds as good as any hotel. I stayed in Room 3 which came with very attractive on-suite bathroom and a kitchenette. Huge room. Very reliable wifi. Very welcoming yet non-intrusive hosts. The only problem with my stay was that the conference I was attending started early each morning so I only got to have the wonderful breakfast on one day. Very highly recommended.

    4.8 out of 5
     

    A great weekend

    August 31, 2009

    Everything was wonderful at our B&B. The only complaint would be the mosquitos on the deck :(

    4.0 out of 5
     

    Wonderful Old Victorian

    August 28, 2009

    Victorian lovers will delight in this old charmer ( a little worn in spots but non-the-less delightful. The staff could not have been more friendly and helpful. All the breakfasts were over the top. Looking forward to a return visit--SOON.

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  • Location

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    Location Type

    • 10 blocks to the Smithsonian, Monuments

    • 6 blocks from Dupont Circle

    • 6 blocks to the Washington Convention Center

    • 8 blocks to the White House

    • Bus to Mall 1 block, 10 minute ride

    • Metro 6 blocks-Dupont Circle, McPherson Sq + U. St

    • Airport

    • City

    • Downtown

    City -

    • Directions to property:
      The Chester A. Arthur House is located on Historic Logan Circle, 13th and P. Streets in Northwest Washington. Detailed directions along with the exact house number are provided with reservations. Reservations required; we do not accept walk in guests.

    Airport

    • Washington DC, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan National) 5 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Detailed directions are provided upon reservation

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Mount Vernon

    • Library of Congress

    • White House

    • International Spy Museum

    • Smithsoinan Museum

    • Washington Convention Center

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Boating

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • National Monumets

    • Smithsonian Museums

    • Arlington National Cemetary

    • Private Art Galleries

    • Kennedy Preforming Arts Center

    • Washington Convention Center

    • Sailing

    • Sight-seeing

    • Tennis courts

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  • Amenities

    Type:

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    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    Property highlights

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Romantic escape

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    Other

    • Decorative Fireplace

    • Antique Beds

    • Reserved off street parking

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 am

    • Serving Location: Private tables available,Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

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