Hotel Monaco, hotel in Washington D.C.
Hotel Monaco is a lodging property in a Greek Revival building in Washington, D.C., featuring 183 rooms following a major renovation completed in 2002. The rooms have high ceilings ranging from 12 to 18 feet, tall windows providing natural light, and the restaurant occupies what was once the mail sorting area of the original post office.
The building was constructed in 1839 in Greek Revival style by architects Robert Mills and Thomas U. Walter, serving as a post office and government building for many decades. Beginning in 2000, a comprehensive renovation transformed the National Historic Landmark into a hotel while preserving its original classical features.
The hotel occupies a building designed in Greek Revival style, originally serving as a post office during Washington's growth as a capital city. Its columns, marble walls, and classical proportions reflect how public architecture once expressed civic pride and permanence.
The hotel is located in the Penn Quarter near museums, theaters, and historic sites all within walking distance, making it easy to explore the city on foot. The central location places you in an active neighborhood, but the building's classical design and interior courtyard provide a retreat from the busy streets outside.
Guests receive a live goldfish upon check-in as a welcome gift, with hotel staff caring for the fish during the stay. This unexpected gesture adds a playful and personal touch that sets the property apart from typical lodging experiences.
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