Embassy Circle Guest House

2224 R Street, NW
Washington District of Columbia 20008
USA

http://www.dcinns.com

Phone: +1-202-232-7744
Fax: +1-202-232-1165
Toll-free: +1-877-232-7744

General Information

Embassy Circle Guest House, the newest Washington DC B&B from DC Inns, is a stunning historic mansion lovingly restored and managed by owners Raymond and Laura Saba. This former embassy, now an elegant 10-room DC bed and breakfast inn, offers luxurious accommodations, warm hospitality and a genuine welcome to travelers from around the world. Coming to DC on business? Visiting kids at AU, GW or Georgetown Universities? Whether you are on a diplomatic mission or just savoring the sights of our nation's capitol, this gracious Washington DC bed and breakfast accommodation is for you! Offering 11 spacious guestrooms and elegant living and dining accommodations, this fabulous inn in Dupont Circle is centrally located along Embassy Row at the intersection of four of DC's most popular neighborhoods - Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Georgetown and Downtown - convenient to the White House, National Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Museums, the Cosmos Club, private art galleries, universities, embassies and international organizations.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 11 guest accommodations (11 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 175.00 and $ 275.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 175.00 and $ 275.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 30.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Desk
  • Hairdryer
  • Internet Service
  • Telephone
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • Board games
  • Computer
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Washer/dryer

Other Amenities: Spacious Rooms, Delicious Continental-Plus Breakfast, Close to Metro, Close to Downtown

Meals

  • A Continental Plus breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 7:30-10 M-F; 8-10:30 S-S
  • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Coffee and tea available all day, Cookies and snacks available all day, Innkeeper dinners (impromptu)
  • Our signature dish is fresh fruit salad and organic yogurts and cheeses
    Embassy Circle Guest House patronizes the organic farmer's market that comes to DuPont Circle every Sunday morning. We serve organic breads and yogurts, as well as organic cookies! Impromptu meals often include soups and crab cakes from the market as well.

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (Two-night stay required except for last-minute reservations)
  • Smoking is not allowed
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (All rooms must be guaranteed by a major credit card. A non-refundable $35 booking fee is charged when the reservation is made. This fee is credited to the guest invoice on arrival.)
  • Closed: Closed the last 2 weeks of December
  • Check in time is 3 PM and Check out time is 11 AM
  • Cancellations:
    Reservations may be cancelled in whole or in part up to ten days before the scheduled day of arrival. After that date, the guest is financially responsible for the entire reservation and the credit card on file will be charged. In case of late cancellation, we will try to re-rent the room and will refund the guest for any portion of the reservation that we are able to re-book. In case of cancellation, the $35 booking fee is not refundable.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • PAII

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Gorgeous renovation
  • Impromptu meals of all kinds (when Raymond cooks)!
  • Lively, wide-ranging conversations
  • Original artwork and antique Persian carpets
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Luxury
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Georgian Colonial
  • Built in 1902
  • Opened for business in 2007
  • Restored / Remodeled in 2007
  • Parking is limited

Location

  • Location is best described as: Close to GW Univ, Georgetown Univ. and CUA, Close to White House and museums, Close to World Bank and IMF, Dupont Circle, Embassy Row, Near Phillips Collection and private art galleries, Walk to Georgetown and Adams Morgan, Downtown
  • Nearest major city: Washington, DC
  • Directions to property:
    Please check our website for directions.
  • Nearest major airport: DCA 5 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Please check our website for directions

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Laura and Raymond Saba
    Laura and Raymond have many interests including real estate and building renovation, cooking and entertaining, and politics and international affairs.
  • The innkeepers speak: Arabic, English, French, Spanish

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, White House, Dupont Circle, Embassy Row, Smithsonian Museums, DC Convention Center, National Mall, Performing Theater, Religious Services, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Canoeing, Running through Rock Creek Park, Theaters and Live Musical Performances, Art Galleries and Antiques, Fine Dining, Shopping, Sight-seeing