Name: Lyle DC
Address: 1731 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Dupont Circle, Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America, Washington, District of Columbia, US
Price range: $188–$821 per night
Rating: 9.08

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Lyle DC stands out for consistently friendly, accommodating staff, a quiet, walkable Dupont Circle location, and stylish, comfortable rooms, with many guests also appreciating the lively on-site restaurant, bar, and a well-equipped gym.

Common downsides include small bathrooms with minimal storage, limited lighting and mirrors, and occasional noise. Several reviews mention AC that doesn't cool enough, variable water pressure/temperature, and spotty Wi-Fi. Cleanliness is usually strong, though some reported stained carpets, musty odors, or missed housekeeping details. Expect a boutique stay with great service and a convenient, neighborhood base.

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Facilities

Guests like the gym and the lively bar/lounge; valet parking is available but considered pricey, and parking without valet can be difficult. Several note there are no ice machines (ice is delivered on request) and limited common workspace.

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Apolinar

Nov 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location great room great service, only problem is no real common space to sit and work.

10

Cary

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Loved the hotel. Catered to all. Restaurant was fabulous. Room was roomy. If you needed ice you have to request from front desk. Nice neighborhood. 5 minute walk to DuPont Circle for Metro. Great overall design. Great overall stay.

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Eve

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Lyle is a gem. A boutique hotel with soul. The rooms, restaurant and gym are immaculate, style driven and a pleasure. The staff is appreciative, professional and kind.

10

Karen

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice and clean rooms. Great restaurant. Clean gym.

10

Juliana

Nov 26, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Definitely one of my favorite hotels in DC! I’ve stayed here dozens of times and every room is so cozy. The mid modern century aesthetic is super relaxing. It has a great gym. Staff is always super friendly. My only gripe is at the restaurant well often really good can be really terrible in terms of food, consistency, and service.

10

Kelly

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was a bit pricey, but the room was comfortable and spacious. The bar and workout area were also nice, although busy. It is a very convenient location for DuPont Circle.

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Rajeev

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet, clean, and stylish but with some quirks. The kitchenette in the upgraded room had no microwave or fridge but they were delivered promptly upon request as the sign in the room indicated. No ice machines but ice can be delivered upon reuest.

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Tanaka

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I love the restaurant. I come here every year however, the food quality isn’t the same from the first time. Parking is atrocious, and the valet gets full—that’s something I’ve never experienced. I had higher expectations for my stay there.

10

James

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

If you don't use hotel valet parking it can be difficult to find parking.

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Rose

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is a gem in Dupont Circle! It’s modern, sophisticated, with art-filled decor, great fitness center, great restaurant with foodie approved food and cocktails, and excellent service by friendly, knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend and will definitely stay there again!

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Cleanliness

Many describe the hotel and rooms as very clean and well maintained. However, repeated reports cite stained carpets, musty or damp odors, and occasional missed details (e.g., dirty switches, leftover items, glass shards).

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Anthony

May 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

toilet was not working, had twice backup. carpeting was stained and unpleasant. GREAT location, not worth $400 a night!!

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Edward

Apr 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Filthy rooms. Stained carpet throughout the rooms and halls. One style furniture, chipped, and mangled furniture for lighting. Just awful. Such a deal for $500 a night. Bad breakfast. Tasteless coffee. Unripe fruit. Burned toast. Lackadaisical service. Would never stay here again. This is definitely not a four star hotel. It’s maybe a two star hotel. A good day.

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Jacqueline

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

My hotel room was not clean. There was a usedcondom on the floor of the kitchen. I was very disappointed in this stay.

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Jesse

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

This hotel is easily walkable from Dupont Circle and that is a huge plus if you plan on catching the Metro train. It's also in a very safe neighborhood. Housekeeping does a pretty good job of consistently resetting the room every day while cleaning. I stayed for 7 days and was impressed.

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Gabrielle

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

So my cleanliness issue was more of a safety concern than an actual cleanliness issue. I stepped on a shard of glass beside the bed near the bedside table and it cut my foot. The receptionist at the front was very nonchalant about it so I’m assuming this is a common issue in their rooms(?). Beyond that, we liked the hotel. I loved the gentlemen at the front who provided valet service. They were so friendly and personable.

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Courtney

Nov 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Not sure if the property is having plumbing issues but my room in the 4th floor had constant plumbing noises throughout the duration of my stay. Like a gurgling noise. The water in the shower gave off a sewage odor. The light switches in the bathroom were filthy..caked up black and brown stuff in the crevices. Quite off putting

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Courtney

Nov 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathroom light switches were filthy with caked up brown/black residue in crevices. Water during shower smelled of sewage. AC unit in middle of room made gurgling noise throughout duration of stay. Limited counter space in bathroom. darker ambiance near door

10

Shakira

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean , professional staff , beautiful place!

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Cedric

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Oir stay at Lyle Washington was magnificent! Everything was very clean and well maintained. Our check-in and check-out was easy and smooth. But mostly, we appreciated the incredible staff. They were extremely pleasant and helpful. Especially, the valet workers. We will definitely be returning

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Maria Teresa

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This message is meant for the hotel only. I message is to be of help and certainly not to hurt. Our room was beautiful. The reception was also very good. Unfortunately, the dampness in the room was very unpleasant and uncomfortable. When we entered the room, the smell was of dampness. We opened the windows immediately. Regardless of our efforts, I woke up the next morning with one of the worst sinus headaches I have had in a lifetime. I am not sure what the hotel can do about that as I don’t know if that was just our room or the issue permeates to other spaces. When I return to DC, I doubt I will be going back to the Lyle. That is unfortunate as it is in a great location.

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Rooms

Rooms are stylish and comfortable but often small, with compact bathrooms, limited counter/storage space, and few mirrors or lighting. Some report weak AC or heat control, inconsistent water pressure/temperature, noise from low floors/alleys, and unreliable Wi-Fi.

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PEDRO

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Terrible wifi

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James

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The Lyle is recently renovated and room condition is excellent. Location is convenient and pleasant Bathroom is well appointed and room lighting is ample. A few issues keep it from being a top choice though. Beds have duvets without top sheets, which is uncomfortable in the summer. Room is advertised as having a kitchenette but, though dishes are provided, there is not even a microwave. There is no desk or place to work in the room, which is fairly cramped. Most seriously, my room was on a low floor in the back of the building. They dump trash from the bar and restaurant in the dumpsters starting around 6:00AM, followed by a seemingly endless succession of noisy garbage trucks.Even with ear plugs the racket means that sleep after 6AM is difficult. So if you do stay here, insist on a high floor in the front of the building if you want to sleep.

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Carol

Mar 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is definitely by far the lowest level of hotel I’ve ever stayed. I came to DC for the weekend and booked this bcuz it was rated that highest compare to other hotels in the specific area bcuz I need to be very near for the event I came for. This hotel is at most a 2.5 star.Be sure to have great data on your phone bcuz this hotel WiFi is a gimmick. Never worked. Do not stay here if u have to get glammed up for any special occasion. Lack of proper/enough lighting and absolutely now mirror to see yourself from neck down. There’s no mirrors with in hallways.the hotel had a really run down smell and look. Be prepared to hear a very disturbing sound from air/heat. Oh and the extra cost for daily “amenities” is a bottle of water and coffee machine. It’s a joke bc I do not drink coffee and the water is the water I drink. This should be optional for guests.this does make any since to have to pay and additional $40 per day when u r already over paying for staying at this very underwhelming hotel or should I really call it a motel?! Bc this is literally what it look and feel like. I think the people of rated this hotel that have it listed as 4+ star have never stayed at the ritz, four seasons etc. very very inconvenient for what I needed and very disappointing for what I was expecting. Definitely would never stay here again if I ever have to be in DC again. I’m from nyc and also travels all over the world so know what high quality and service looks and feel and it isn’t this.

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Tsan

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff is excellent. Every single one, so this is not about them. They made it great. Rooms were clean and no weird fabuloso/cleaning solution smell. That was great. Um . . . pedestal sink in 2025 with no adjacent table or ledge? Seriously? Not even a space for my toothbrush and paste. Try putting on make up or drying your hair, or curling it while going back and forth to the bed. And 1 towel? Great, if you're a man. No place for your stuff in the shower. No shaving ledge. And no place to hang towel while showering. You either get out of the shower soaking wet and drip everywhere, or put it on the toilet or floor. Speaking of bed, everything was polyfil so even with the thermo down low, you'll sweat. Pretty, but not restful. No full mirror anywhere, not even the hallway. No desk/table or chair in the rooms, so zero place to put your laptop if you don't want to work on your bed or go to the public area (which who wants to do at 10pm?). I worked on my bed, but it was not optimal. No iron in room. Steamer was mediocre at best. But the real issue was no outlet in any place where there was a hook for your item to hang, so you had to hold your item with one hand while steaming -- awkward, especially if you are not tall (like me). The staff made it good. Helpful. Kind. Attentive. If my pain points don't bother you, then it's a great place because location and staff were great. I'm not mad, just disappointed.

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Jenna M

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Room was quite and bed very comfortable

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JOHN

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My husband and I stayed there with our 2 boys and we had a great! We flew in from Texas and didn’t know if this area would be good as far as walking distance to the main attractions (White House, Washington monument etc) but we managed it all just fine. The hotel was lovely, clean, comfy, the staff was so nice & helpful! Places to eat close by within a 10min walk. (We did not rent a car, we walked everywhere and or Uber’d in the evening once we were done - all the Ubers/Taxi knew where the hotel was so it was quick) The ONLY issue we had was the shower - it wouldnt get to an in between of warm and hot and so after a long day of touring DC ( & walking everywhere) a nice warm shower is what we all wanted and we couldn’t get it just right but once we did, it took forever & we’d have to be quick once it finally got to a temp we wanted.

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Elina

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cute property in fabulous DuPont Circle. Room was really quaint, but AC was not powerful enough to cool down the room. We told the front desk and they said they’d fix it, but didn’t get fixed. It might be that it was just really hot the weekend we were there.

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Juliana

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

One of my favorite boutique style hotels in DC. Simple yet beautiful decor - rooms feel clean and fresh with all the white details. Hotel staff is always friendly, restaurant/bar staff could be more friendly. Love the location - easily walkable to restaurants, shops, and services. My ONLY real gripe is that the AC is never cold enough. I have to request a light blanket so I don’t end up waking up sweating in the middle of the night - this is definitely the one keeps the Lyle from being my top choice the couple times a month I’m in for business.

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Margaret

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Teddy was the best! He's the reason we enjoyed our stay! The other staff members were unfriendly, disinterested and unhelpful. Not just these staff members though, but generally other places too. But I cannot say enough wonderful things about Teddy the doorman-valet! He should be promoted to concierge! Bad shower pressure. No ice machine. Had to ask for a full length mirror. Rooms are New York small, and unnecessary furniture in the room taking up too much space. More hooks needed in the bathroom for towels, I was with my husband and we had a king, so it would make more sense that the bathroom would need more towel racks. But my biggest complaint is that they put a Nespresso machine in the room instead of a Keurig. The front desk kept giving me decaf, and didn't know the difference between the pods, and argued with me about it until I showed her the pods online. Then she just said she'd send housekeeping but didn't. I had to go buy my own. Keurig is easier to use, easier to find in a store, and make a real size cup of coffee. Just an irritant. Please hired friendly helpful people to work at the Lyle. I'm in the service industry for 40 years, and still working so I know how to treat customers!

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Jon

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good property with comfortable bed. Well appointed but rooms are very small and bathroom even smaller. Single sink with no counter space and no where to put toiletries.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, attentive and accommodating across front desk, valet, and housekeeping. A few guests experienced delays at check-in, billing issues, or uneven restaurant host service.

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Megan

Nov 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful hotel in a lovely neighborhood with easy access to Dupont Circle area, restaurants, etc. We suggested the room needed a full length mirror for future guests and 10 minutes later there was a mirror delivered!! Thank you Lyle staff--very thoughtful!

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Elena

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The Lyle team makes you feel special, welcome and at home. We love the neighborhood location, the understated, sophisticated decor and accommodations, the food is excellent and the staff are personal, kind and accomodating.

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Bryan

Nov 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We actually stayed at this hotel twice. The experiences were night and day. The first day the staff was not particularly friendly when we checked in. A simple good evening or welcome to the hotel would’ve done the trick. However, the second stay in the same week had a different set of staff who were much friendlier and welcoming. The highlight of this property is it proximity and the hotel bar/restaurant was excellent. More over the bellhop was very nice as was the valet.

10

Corey

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place and fantastic staff. Perfect location close enough to everything, but far enough to be relaxing and quiet!

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Kim

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay, except that the hostess at the Lyle restaurant was a little bit rude. Otherwise, lovely and comfortable room, nice food and cocktails, excellent service.

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Leroy

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was a horrible. Room wasnt ready till after 5:30pm with a 3pm check in. Then when we got in the room there was trash still in room pushed into a corner. That baffled mw becauae they said the reason it was taking so long to check in was because of the final walk thru to make sure room was perfect.

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Cedric

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Oir stay at Lyle Washington was magnificent! Everything was very clean and well maintained. Our check-in and check-out was easy and smooth. But mostly, we appreciated the incredible staff. They were extremely pleasant and helpful. Especially, the valet workers. We will definitely be returning

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Allison

Mar 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Had an hour delay on checkin, as they said the phone number attached to my Expedia booking was unclear. I was waiting in their closed lobby bar, front desk associate knew ,went to lunch didn't commywith other. Not a great start . Hotel indicated valet parking available, didn't disclose valet only option with a 55$ rate per day . Towels were not the softest . Bed , room, amenities were great. Front ,desk, restaurant, and valet staff were wonderful.

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Kareema

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My stay at the Lyle Hotel was disappointing. Although I had already prepaid for my room, the hotel charged my card again for no clear reason. The front desk staff promised to call me back to resolve the issue but never did and I had to follow up myself. The room itself was just okay, and I didn’t try the hotel restaurant. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this hotel because they’re disorganized and double-charged me despite my room being paid in full.

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Bertrand

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff at the front desk are excellent. Lily is especially gracious and welcoming. It’s part of what makes Lyle so comfortabke

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Location

Quiet, tree-lined Dupont Circle area that’s walkable to restaurants and shops and close to Metro/bus lines. Some found it a bit farther from the National Mall but still manageable.

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Paul

Nov 1, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A nice hotel in a safe residential location. Probably just a little further from central Washington than we imagined, but it was our choice.

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Sarah

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located near Dupont Circle, and easily accessible by metro.

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Cathleen

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice, reasonable hotel. Close to metro. Staff very friendly. 8min walk to DuPont circle. Great location.

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Laura

May 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay while on a vacation in Washington DC. Location is best

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Peter

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Wonderful hotel. Good location.

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Ruben

Jun 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel is located in a nice and safe area, around 10 minutes walking from Dupont Circle Metro Station. You can also use the Circulator, blue line and connect to Yellow and Red lines.

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Ashlyn

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The Lyle was very nice and we enjoyed our stay. Great location within walking distance to metro and close to a lot of great bars and restaurants. Room and bathroom were clean and had a cool bar area downstairs.

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Shonna

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Quite and neighborhood friendly. 10 minutes away from everything I wanted to do. Some even walking distance.

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meridith

Mar 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was fantastic!

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IRIT

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location on a quiet, tree-lined street is perfect — close to Dupont Circle restaurants, coffee shops, but away from the noise. Rooms are spacious, calming neutral tones . I loved having a Nespresso machine

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Dining

On-site restaurant and bar earn strong reviews for tasty breakfast, brunch, and cocktails. Some mention noise and occasional inconsistency or understaffing.

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John

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Restaurant is very noisy especially during brunch when they have loud music. Chairs in room are uncomfortable

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Juliana

Nov 26, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Definitely one of my favorite hotels in DC! I’ve stayed here dozens of times and every room is so cozy. The mid modern century aesthetic is super relaxing. It has a great gym. Staff is always super friendly. My only gripe is at the restaurant well often really good can be really terrible in terms of food, consistency, and service.

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Odile

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel. Enjoyed breakfast and dinner in the restaurant very much. Gracious and skilled staff. All good.

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Thomas

Jun 6, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The Lyle is beautiful boutique hotel in a nice neighborhood, easily accessible to everything in DC. The bar and restaurant are really nice the prices are in line with other hotels and the breakfast was good.

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Angela

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great staff, wonderful food at the restuarant.

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tanya

Feb 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our one night stay! Great brunch!

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Amy

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I am extremely satisfied with the Lyle. It's in a beautiful section of DC. Very walkable to many locations. The hotel itself is very lovely - the common area and the room. The staff is extremely customer service oriented - and are very pleasant. The bar and restaurant are VERY good in terms of taste, quality and style. There is no reason to stay anywhere else. I would stay here again.

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Rose

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is a gem in Dupont Circle! It’s modern, sophisticated, with art-filled decor, great fitness center, great restaurant with foodie approved food and cocktails, and excellent service by friendly, knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend and will definitely stay there again!

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Laura

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super Charming Hotel. The decor was really creative and great they had a fabulous Lounge in the basement with comfortable couches and plants. The staff were lovely and the breakfast and the restaurant was delicious

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danay

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is my favorite hotel in DC. The restaurant and bar are amazing

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Month	Average price
January	$125
February	$150
March	$241
April	$256
May	$222
June	$199
July	$168
August	$147
September	$200
October	$230
November	$165
December	$139

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $250	2 $253	3
4 $216	5 $332	6 $338	7 $334	8 $250	9	10
11 $477	12 $291	13	14 $413	15 $278	16 $278	17
18 $232	19 $267	20 $334	21 $310	22 $251	23 $281	24 $278
25 $216	26 $229	27 $306	28 $267	29 $190	30 $188	31 $190

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $821	17 $330	18 $248	19 $323
20 $199	21 $302	22 $549	23 $549	24 $262	25 $289	26 $289
27 $199	28 $330	29	30

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Suite (Lyle)

Family Room (Premier)

Deluxe Room, Mobility Accessible, Kitchenette (Two Queen)

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Deluxe Room, Kitchenette (Double Queen)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Double Queen)

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