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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC

700 F Street Northwest, Washington, DC, USA, 20004
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10/10/2025 - 08/31/2026
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About us

A Bold Classic in the Heart of Penn Quarter Where History, Style, and Unforgettable Events Converge Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC isn’t just a historic hotel—it’s a dynamic destination for events that stand out. Set within the grand halls of the landmark U.S. General Post Office and Tariff Building, Monaco offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop for group gatherings, with a design that’s both timeless and daring. Just steps from the Smithsonian museums, Capital One Arena, and DC’s most iconic attractions, we’re ideally located for corporate meetings, incentive programs, association groups, and executive retreats that need centrality with serious style. With 184 oversized guest rooms (including 18 suites), and over 14 distinctive meeting and private dining spaces—including outdoor options—Monaco gives planners unmatched flexibility, dramatic interiors, and bold spaces that make an impact. What Sets Us Apart: • A National Historic Landmark, Reimagined – Grand neoclassical architecture meets colorful, contemporary Kimpton design. No other venue in DC looks—or feels—like this. • Destination Dining On-Site – Host stylish receptions or private dinners with curated menus from Dirty Habit DC, our sultry and sophisticated restaurant + bar with indoor and courtyard options. • Versatile Venues with Personality – From sunlit salons to moody lounges, outdoor courtyards to intimate boardrooms, we’re made for meetings that don’t want to feel like meetings. • Steps from the Best of DC – In the heart of Penn Quarter, walkable to the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and top restaurants, theaters, and nightlife. • Hospitality with Soul – With Kimpton’s signature service, your guests will feel celebrated from check-in to farewell toast. At Kimpton Hotel Monaco DC, we don’t just offer a venue—we deliver an experience rooted in heritage, elevated by design, and personalized for every group we host.

Venue Details

ChainIHG
BrandKimpton Hotels
Built1839
Renovated2016
Total meeting space8,500 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms184
Venue typeBoutique hotel

Industry Ratings

Forbes Travel Guide
AAA
Northstar

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
TimeOut – “The Best Hotels in Washington DC” (2024, 2023) Medium.com – “Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Washington DC” (2024) US News & World Report – “Silver Badge: Best Hotels in the USA” (2023) Washingtonian – “Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Washington DC” (2023) Washingtonian – “Best Hotels in Washington DC” (2023) Smarter Travel.com – Best Hotels in Washington DC (2023) World’s Best Award in Washington, D.C. – Travel and Leisure, 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards Best Hotels in Washington, D.C. – Conde Nast Traveler, 2021

Venue Highlights

3D Event Space
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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

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Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Nov 21, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Jan 1, 2026 - Jan 2, 2026
Jan 4, 2026 - Jan 9, 2026
Jan 11, 2026 - Jan 16, 2026
Jan 18, 2026 - Jan 23, 2026
Jan 25, 2026 - Jan 30, 2026
Feb 1, 2026 - Feb 6, 2026
Feb 8, 2026 - Feb 13, 2026
Feb 15, 2026 - Feb 20, 2026
Feb 22, 2026 - Feb 27, 2026
Mar 1, 2026 - Mar 6, 2026
Mar 8, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Feb 24 - Jun 30Sep 02 - Nov 14
Shoulder season
Low season
Jul 01 - Sep 01Nov 15 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Feb 23

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
8,500 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,396 sq. ft.
Space (private)
5,500 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
3
Second largest room
2,048 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
11,200 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
8,200 sq. ft.

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
Perimeter seating
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Athens Room
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2,048 sq. ft.
32 x 64 sq. ft.
20 ft.
250
60
150
200
250
120
70
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70
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Paris Ballroom Prefunction
384 sq. ft.
6 x 64 sq. ft.
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Paris Ballroom
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3,396 sq. ft.
53 x 58 sq. ft.
22 ft.
300
30
250
300
300
180
30
180
40
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Tokyo Boardroom
450 sq. ft.
14 x 29.6 sq. ft.
16 ft.
16
12
12
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12
-
16
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8
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Clock Room at Dirty Habit
568 sq. ft.
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75
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50
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Eston Room at Dirty Habit
176 sq. ft.
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10
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10
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Glass House at Dirty Habit
1,122 sq. ft.
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125
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64
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Courtyard at Dirty Habit
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3,900 sq. ft.
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540
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Majestic Parlor
525 sq. ft.
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16 ft.----------

Meeting room floor plans

Courtyard at Dirty Habit Download PDF
Courtyard at Dirty Habit
Paris Ballroom Download PDF
Paris Ballroom
Glass House at Dirty Habit Download PDF
Glass House at Dirty Habit
Eston Room at Dirty Habit Download PDF
Eston Room at Dirty Habit
Paris Ballroom Prefunction Download PDF
Paris Ballroom Prefunction
Athens Room Download PDF
Athens Room

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
184
Single (1 bed)
167
Single (1 bed) rate
$179.00 - $499.00
Double (2 beds)
11
Double (2 beds) rate
$179.00 - $499.00
Suites
16
Tax rate
15.95%
Occupancy rate
15.95%

Location

Getting Here

A Destination for Bold Ambitions We value people who are collectors of experiences — those who live fully, richly, with fervor and zest. Luckily for us, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC attracts precisely those types of people. We see no better place to sate your sense of discovery than in our centrally located Penn Quarter home — a beautiful juxtaposition between old and new — that sits just blocks from some of the most distinguished sights in our nation's capital. We pride ourselves on delivering top-notch service without an ounce of pretension, and our elegance-meets-whimsy style continues from the spacious guest rooms to our restaurant and bar, Dirty Habit. So pull up a chair and stay awhile. After all, life is meant to be savored and enjoyed. Getting to Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC Nearest Airports: • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) – 5 miles • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) – 28 miles • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) – 32 miles Nearest Amtrak / MARC / VRE Station • Union Station – 1.0 mile (5 min. drive or two stops via Metro Nearest Washington Metro Stations • Gallery Place–Chinatown (Red, Yellow, Green Lines) – 0.2 miles (4 min. walk) • Archives–Navy Memorial–Penn Quarter (Green, Yellow Lines) – 0.3 miles (6 min. walk) • Judiciary Square (Red Line) – 0.4 miles (8 min. walk) Parking • Valet parking is available on-site for $60/night + tax • Hybrid vehicles receive a reduced rate of $45/night + tax Public Transit Info •Metro trains run weekdays from 5 a.m. to midnight and weekends from 7 a.m. to midnight •Gallery Place and Archives Metro Stations provide easy access to all major DC neighborhoods Walk or Ride to Nearby Attractions from Kimpton Hotel Monaco DC • Capital One Arena – Across the street (2 min. walk) • National Portrait Gallery – Across the street(1 min. walk) • Smithsonian American Art Museum – 0.1 miles (1 min. walk) • Ford’s Theatre – 0.4 miles (5 min. walk) • National Gallery of Art – 0.5 miles (4 min. drive) • National Archives – 0.4 miles (3 min. drive) • International Spy Museum – 0.5 miles (5 min. walk) • Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History – 0.7 miles (4 min. drive) • Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum – 1.0 mile (6 min. drive) • The White House – 1.1 miles (5 min. drive) • U.S. Capitol Building – 1.4 miles (8 min. drive) • Library of Congress & Supreme Court
Distance from airport 4 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
( $65.00/day )
Street parking

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IHG - Caribbean
IHG - Caribbean
Discover unparalleled meeting experiences and incredible stays with the IHG Luxury and Lifestyle Collection.
IHG Hotels and Resorts - Global
IHG Hotels and Resorts - Global
We can't create the deck, but we can definitely make meetings more fun. So come meet how you meet. We'll get your group in the right headspace.

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Cancellation Policy

Individual reservations cancelled within 72 Hours will be charged one night's room and tax.

Additional details

Steps from the Action. Styled for the Occasion. With the Walter E. Washington Convention Center just a 10-minute walk away and Capital One Arena just around the corner, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC is a prime destination for event-goers, sports fans, and entertainment groups who want to stay close to the buzz—without sacrificing luxury or style. Arrivals are effortless, logistics are simple, and the experience? Anything but ordinary. From the grand, historic façade to our bold, boutique interiors, Monaco blends classic architecture with unexpected design moments. Think soaring ceilings, vibrant color palettes, and a touch of drama in every space—perfect for groups who want to stay where the energy of the city meets the soul of a Kimpton.

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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
No response.

Health and Safety

Were practices at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, CDC & EcoLab
Does Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Electrostatic sprayer used for disinfectant. Hand sanitizer stations and wipes available around the hotel
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