Hotel Monaco Washington D.C.- a Kimpton Hotel

Hotel Overview

The Hotel Monaco Washington DC - 2009 is proud to announce the completion of its multimillion dollar guest room renovation. Orchestrated by California-based team design atelier, these exquisitely redesigned guest rooms maintain and enhance the original historic restoration of the us general Post Office Building, while combining contemporary styles, and modern colorations that let the guest know they are in a current, vibrant Washington DC destination hotel. The upgraded fabrics and furnishings are a mix of traditional designs infused with modern colors and scale that indulge the senses. Hotel Monaco Where History Stays in Style follows the historic roots of the 1839 Tariff Building location. Built on an entire city block in the style of a Roman Palazzo, complete with marble columns and facia, the 1839 Tariff Building has been meticulously restored in every detail.

The hotel boasts a spacious "Living Room" lobby that incorporates three distinct sitting areas for which guests can mingle, relax and enjoy the hosted evening wine hour. Poste Moderne Brasserie entices locals and guests with its highly-regarded American menu and a slick, designer decor that flows out into the courtyard patio when the weather is right. Luxurious hotel amenities include full-service concierge, complimentary high-speed Internet, complimentary overnight shoeshine, valet parking and 24-hour fitness and business center. The pet-friendly hotel welcomes pets with a treat and food and water dishes to use during their stay. Walking services are also available.

Hotel staff cares for the fish, leaving guests to simply enjoy the company of their aquatic roommates.

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Kimpton Hotels adopted the first national environmental program within the boutique and lifestyle hotel industry. The award winning EarthCare program is designed to support a sustainable world by establishing standards for environmentally friendly products and practices. EarthCare Products: Comprehensive recycling facilities; Use of non-chemical cleaning products; use of recycled and natural paper compounds; organic coffee, tea, wine and snacks; low flow water systems (showers, faucets, and toilets); energy efficient lighting; soaps, shampoos, and conditioners made from socially and environmentally responsible companies; reusable mugs replacing plastic, styrofoam, and paper cups; and, signage and displays created to communicate EarthCare to the general public. EarthCare Practices: Nationwide Eco Champions Organization of over 50 employees; formal back of house recycling programs; hosted public sustainability event “Come Get Dirty with Us;” weekly tips and environmental information through company newsletter; coat hangers recycled back to dry cleaning company; styrofoam and food packaging eliminated from back of house; towel and linen reuse program; environmental purchasing policy on internal on-line catalog; eWaste recycling program established; created best practices recommendations (over 30 practices and growing) for all hotels to incorporate over the lifetime of the program; and, unused amenities donated to local charities. EarthCare's first environmental distinction was the 2006 GeoTourism Award from the National Geographic Traveler and Travel Industry Association of America (TIA). Since then, Kimpton hotels have been recognized by the California Environmental Protection Agency, San Francisco Green Business Program, American Hotel and Lodging Association, Massachusetts Good EarthKeeping, Salt Lake City e2 Sustainability Award, Portland BlueWorks and Outstanding Sustainable Style Achievement (OSSA).

Hotel Amenities

Restaurants

Poste - Moderne Brasserie Located adjacent to the downtown Hotel Monaco is Poste - Moderne Brasserie, a Washington DC American restaurant appealing to locals and visitors alike. A bustling 174-seat restaurant and bar, Poste is accessed through the historic carriageway portal on 8th Street. This upscale contemporary brasserie features a striking exhibition kitchen and outdoor seating in the courtyard when the weather is warm.

Hotel Policies

• Check-in Time: 3:00 PM
• Check-out Time: 12:00 PM
• Valet Parking: $34.00 per day