Sonesta International Hotels has further expanded its Royal Sonesta brand portfolio by opening the Royal Sonesta Washington, DC Capitol Hill in the US.

Opened on September 1, 2023, the new hotel is the first luxury hotel to open on Capitol Hill since 1984.

Located at 20 Massachusetts Avenue in Washington, DC, the hotel was renovated by the RMR Group.

Sonesta president and CEO John Murray said: "This exciting new Royal Sonesta hotel at 20 Mass Avenue in the Capitol Hill submarket of Washington boasts extensive meeting and event space and modern guest rooms all with phenomenal views of the city.

"This centrally located hotel provides travellers with another Sonesta at which to enjoy memorable experiences."

The 274-room property features guestrooms with an average size of 480ft².

It features a 10-storey atrium and art installations, including portraits of Supreme Court justices, news clippings and political symbols.

Amenities being provided at the hotel include a fitness centre, a private yoga studio, filtered water stations and EV charging stations.

The property targets business travellers with meeting space, the Sonesta work suite.

It also boasts a 3,100ft² ballroom and a 2,400ft² conference room on the penthouse level, featuring private terraces and views of national monuments.

On the hotel’s main level, guests can enjoy dining at the 200-seat French restaurant Bistro Du Jour, which includes a bar, a lounge and an outdoor café.

The pet-friendly hotel is situated across from Union Station and near landmarks such as the Capitol and Supreme Court.

Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty programme provides guests with the opportunity to earn or redeem points.

Additionally, as part of the opening promotion with the Royal Debut offer, guests can receive a 50% discount on their third night.