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Woodley Park Guest House

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Smithsonian's National Zoo

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Free daily continental breakfast
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2647 Woodley Road, NW, Washington, DC, 20008
  • Smithsonian's National Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Washington National Cathedral
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • American University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 209 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 209 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 185 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Small Queen

Small Queen

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Washington

Woodley Park Guest House puts you in the heart of Washington, within just a 10-minute stroll of Smithsonian's National Zoo and Embassy of Switzerland. Highlights at this B&B include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This smoke-free bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free continental breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Northwest B&B, you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Washington National Cathedral and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from American University.
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What's nearby

  • Smithsonian's National Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Embassy Row - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Washington National Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • American University - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • White House - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Woodley Park-Zoo Station - 2 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 18 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marquee Bar and Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mane Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Open City - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panda Grill - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Woodley Park Guest House

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, a quick walk to Smithsonian's National Zoo
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Woodley Park Guest House. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Washington bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1906
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Woodley Park Guest House offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. This Washington bed & breakfast provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 8 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 8 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 8 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Woodley Park Guest House?

Yep, Woodley Park Guest House has a self car park for USD 20.00 per night.

Does Woodley Park Guest House serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Woodley Park Guest House?

No, Woodley Park Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Woodley Park Guest House?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Woodley Park Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Woodley Park Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Damon, St. Louis, MO

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
very convenient to the conference at Marriott breakfast very limited - maybe whole fruit and pastries not available to individuals with mobility issues
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

felix

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Underdelivers on the promise of B&B

The value proposition of a B&B is quite simple, at least in theory: Offer your guest the space and comfort for a good night's rest and pamper them with a nice breakfast in the morning. Sadly, Woodley Park Guest House underdelivers on both. My room, on the lower level, was pretty much in the basement with only small windows (facing a wall) on the upper portion of the wall. Worse yet, the vintage of the building meant that I could hear every movement of the person(s) above me, waking me up several times over the course of the night. The weird AC system, blowing all night despite moderate temperatures, presumably to combat mold, also did not help. And guests cannot control the system. Still, I woke up optimistic in the morning, assuming that the kind of yummy breakfast I've come to expect from B&Bs would make up for at least some of these shortcomings. Boy was I wrong. Breakfast was shockingly basic, with a couple of types of bread, two types of jam, a small bowl of fruit (to share), some yoghurt, and a variety of cereals. Forget cheese, forget cold cuts, etc. There was only one "hot entree", oatmeal on my first morning and pancakes on the second. The selection of juice and teas was seriously limited and decaf coffee was only served on demand. Frankly, you can get a better breakfast staying at a mid-range motel these days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pretty nice.

Great location, the facility is in pretty good shape. But it doesn't quite have the host/hostess-y aspect of a true B&B, and some unhelpful attitude on the part of one staffer (the young lady) didn't help. A nice experience, but not quite what you'd hope for given the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent guest house, The only minor thing that could be improved was the breakfast. More food choices and eggs that are not cooked too long (extremely hardboiled eggs with dark edges of the yolk) would be great. The location is fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Quaint lodging

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Internet easy to sign into, but no television . I like to watch the news in the morning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and spotlessly clean B&B in great location. Breakfast was very simple and no afternoon or evening refreshments. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, nice place in a great location. Room was very nice, but too cold and couldn't be adjusted.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy B&B

A nice and cozy B&B. Very pleasant experience. Great location. Staff was friendly and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Ephraim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very nice, efficient, & well-located guest house

This is a very, very well-run boutique B&B type of hotel that's located in a great spot. The owner and I had a fun discussion over a wonderful European-style breakfast. Don't hesitate to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy gem

The hotel was very cozy and within walking distance to the zoo and the location of the conference I attended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness

Closed to metro station

Near to the metro station It about one or two minutes It is also near to the main road The area that the bed and breakfast is very quiet
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Country comfort in a city.

A great place to stay. Really helpful and friendly staff. A home from home. Cosy, clean and comfortable with a great breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Nan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No bottled water or snacks. Disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay there again when in DC

The Guest House was extremely comfortable, both for the overall atmosphere and my bed. The guests and staff were all very friendly, yet not intrusively so. The location was exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for a cozy feel

Great staff and friendly space. Great place to stay if you are looking for some great dining as well.

10/10 Excellent

Francois-p, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing B&B in great location

I booked last minute for a last minute trip and was hoping all the good reviews were a good indicator of the quality of the space... and they were! The look and feel of the place is more of a high end small hotel, with an acute attention to details and comfort. The rooms are not spacious in the traditional American hotel, but more reminiscent of a charming Parisian hotel. Breakfast is served around a communal table while the owner takes genuine interest in every guest's story. While I was there, most of the guests had stumbled onto this place while in DC for a convention and were all pleasantly surprised. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a charming, quiet house in DC.

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My favorite place to stay in Washington

Few hotels offer a desk and adequate lighting to do work, so this guest house was a great place for my husband to work while I did research at the Library of Congress. International guests talked over breakfast in a polite and respectful atmosphere, and it was really interesting to meet the owner of the guest house and specialists from other countries. Kelly and Angela at the desk helped us figure out transportation and were gracious and helpful.

10/10 Excellent

Perri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and Friendly Inn

the staff and owners of Woodley Park were welcoming and very friendly. It was a great visit and the desk hosts were so helpful to guide and suggest food and local sites. Its close enough to the metro and a few stops from the Capital Id recommend it to anyone visiting if you want to stay outside the hustle of downtown and the Mall.