If you're a young traveler who just so happens to find yourself in Washington DC you might find yourself looking to get away from the museums and monuments to something a little more exciting and urban. A great option - Donovan House.
Advertised as bringing "urban chic to the nations capital" it definitely fits the mold... if you can call urban chic a mold that is. On what appears to be just another round-about in downtown DC, Donovan House is a refreshing contemporary hideaway from the history and tradition that dominates our nation's capital. From the minute you step into the lobby and take a look around, you get the feeling that Donovan House is a hotel that is just... cool. Lobby seating suspended from the cieling, leather canopy beds, spiral showers and great views of the city all add to the perception that you've stepped into more of an upscale lounge than a hotel. Did I mention the rooftop pool and bar?
ADC (Above DC) is the outward expression of the inner chic that makes Donovan House unique. Private cabanas, 2 full service bars, and amazing food from Zentan, the hotels Asian fusion restaraunt, make ADC just as unique as Donovan House itself. It's the perfect atmosphere to relax and meet new people but also let loose with a few of ADC's signature cocktails. You really can't go wrong with a rooftop bar and lounge but ADC is one of my favorites.
I mentioned that ADC offers food from Zentan, Donovan House's acclaimed restaurant from celebrity chef Susur Lee. What I didn't mention yet is that the food is amazing. Asian cuisine with a contemporary flair, the Washington Post dubbed it "minimalistic but sexy", and... they pretty much nailed it on the head. If you don't get a chance to actually stay at Donovan House you should at least go eat at Zentan if you get the chance. You won't regret it.
All in all Donovan House is more than worth the stay if you get the chance. They bring a unexpected unique spin to accomodations in DC and do it with flair. Kick back in a leather canopy bed watching your flat screen, sample some great food, and party it up AboveDC. I don't know about you... but Donovan House is my kind of hotel.
Stayed at Donovan House? What was your experience like?
Are there other hotels in DC that you would recommend?
Brandon Johnson, CTA
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