Kimpton Banneker Hotel By Ihg

“Like when Kimpton was Kimpton (before IHG) in a good way!”

For those who loved the Kimpton brand before it was bought by IHG, this property still has the old school Kimpton vibe with the great service, decor, and upkeep I always appreciated. Rooms are big, clean, stylish, and comfortable. Front desk and Le Sel staff are perfect - super friendly and giving … lisää

For those who loved the Kimpton brand before it was bought by IHG, this property still has the old school Kimpton vibe with the great service, decor, and upkeep I always appreciated. Rooms are big, clean, stylish, and comfortable. Front desk and Le Sel staff are perfect - super friendly and giving great guest experience. Minor complaint that the elevators are painfully slow. The meeting catering is mediocre for vegetarian/vegan options. I suggest the culinary team get more creative in that aspect.

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“A Kimpton Hotel that could be much better…”

I went to Washington DC recently to help take care of my daughter’s new Cat while she was away on a business trip. This was my first time staying at the Kimpton Banneker on 16th street in DC but I have stayed a number of Kimpton Hotels in the past. I had a hard time trying to find parking in fron… lisää

I went to Washington DC recently to help take care of my daughter’s new Cat while she was away on a business trip. This was my first time staying at the Kimpton Banneker on 16th street in DC but I have stayed a number of Kimpton Hotels in the past. I had a hard time trying to find parking in front for the Valet service. Just as I was struggling to find a spot, the Valet came running out and helped me find a spot in front. I believe his name was Mohair(?). He was so welcoming and said don’t worry he would take care of the car and helped me with my bags to the front desk. He waited for me at the desk and I gave him a good tip! I was also very tired after a 6 hour drive from the New York area in torrential rain. The Front desk agent was so unwelcoming, and there were no other people waiting at the desk. She had a terrible attitude and I thought to myself, she should be in a different job. I have over 30 years of first-class customer service! She never gave me a Welcome gift and didn’t bother to explain anything about the hotel despite I indicated it was my first time there. I went to my room which was immaculate. I love the modern style of it. I received upgraded room by an email for my Platinum Elite status. My only requests would be electrical outlets on both sides of bed, and any chance the TV could come out more on a brace. It is far from the bed. I decided to order room service. The person I reached sounded like the Front desk person but I may be wrong. After ordering a complete meal, I asked about if they had Ginger Ale, and she said in a blunt way “just Coca Cola” which sounded absurd. She should have said, “I am sorry we don’t have it now or you’re right we should carry it.” This was not an exotic request that I wanted. The food was excellent! My food was not only delivered promptly but also picked up quickly too. The next morning, I had breakfast at the Le Sel restaurant in the hotel. They have an interesting menu with lots of French influences. Not only was the food so delicious but the service also was incredibly prompt and delicious! I do wish as a Platinum Elite member, we could get a credit towards breakfast or be able to have a free Continental breakfast. If the service at the Front desk been better. This Kimpton would be a 5 star rating!

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