Hotel
The Hay-Adams
A 1928 luxury hotel facing Lafayette Square and the White House, with a fine-dining restaurant, a well-known bar and a rooftop with city views.
Hotel Hive
A micro-hotel in a historic Foggy Bottom building, with compact rooms, a rooftop bar with city views and a pizza restaurant downstairs.
At a glance
- Type
- Micro-hotel
- Area
- Foggy Bottom, Washington DC, United States
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- hotelhive.com
Good to know
- Compact rooms
- Rooftop bar
- Lobby bar with La Colombe coffee
- &pizza on site
- Loyalty programme
Why we recommend it
Hotel Hive is a micro-hotel in Foggy Bottom, in the West End area of the city, and it is a budget-friendly way to stay within reach of the National Mall. Its rooms are deliberately compact, ranging from about 125 to more than 250 square feet, and they are designed for travellers who will spend most of their time out exploring.
The hotel is in an art-filled historic building, and it makes up for small rooms with lively shared spaces. The Hive Bar in the lobby serves La Colombe coffee, local beers and craft cocktails, and Hive Rooftop is a rooftop bar with panoramic views across the city. On the ground floor, &pizza serves chef-designed or build-your-own pizzas, with indoor seating, a private courtyard and a front patio.
The hotel runs a loyalty programme that rewards each stay, with extra perks as you return, and it has an accessibility page on its website for guests with particular needs. Seasonal sales offer discounts on stays of one, two or three or more nights, so it is worth checking the website before booking elsewhere.
Hotel Hive suits solo travellers, couples on a budget and young professionals visiting for a few days. It is less suitable for families who need space or for guests with a lot of luggage, given the room sizes. If you are unsure, choose one of the larger room types.
The location is a strong point. Foggy Bottom is close to George Washington University, and the Lincoln Memorial and the western end of the National Mall are within walking distance. Georgetown is a short walk or ride to the west. The area is quieter at night than downtown or Adams Morgan, which some guests will prefer. Check the website's accessibility page before booking if you have specific needs, as room sizes are small.
For dinner, the hotel's own pizza restaurant is the easiest choice, and the restaurants of the West End and Georgetown are close by, including Rasika's West End branch. Taxis and ride share are easy to find in the area, and the Metro serves Foggy Bottom, so getting to other parts of the city is straightforward.
Hotel Hive FAQs
What is Hotel Hive?
A micro-hotel in Foggy Bottom with compact rooms of around 125 to more than 250 square feet.
Where is Hotel Hive?
At 2224 F St NW, Washington, DC.
Is there a bar?
Yes. The Hive Bar in the lobby and Hive Rooftop, a rooftop bar with city views.
Is there food on site?
Yes. &pizza is on the ground floor, with a courtyard and front patio.
Is it good for families?
The rooms are small, so it is better suited to solo travellers and couples.
Is there a loyalty programme?
Yes. Guests earn rewards on each stay.
Is it near the National Mall?
The western end of the Mall and the Lincoln Memorial are within walking distance.
How do I contact the hotel?
Call +1 202-849-8499 or email [email protected].