WASHINGTON, D.C.—Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC has been inducted into Historic Hotels of America, joining more than 300 hotels recognized nationwide for preserving their historic character and architecture.
“Historic Hotels of America is delighted to induct Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC, a neoclassical hotel built in 1842,” says Lawrence Horwitz, executive vice president of Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide. “We commend The Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust, and the leadership team for their careful historic preservation work, stewardship, and vision that will allow future generations of travelers to experience this unique historic destination.”
To qualify for membership, hotels must be at least 50 years old and recognized for their historical significance, including designation as a National Historic Landmark or eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC is located in the former General Post Office building in downtown Washington. Completed in the 1840s, the neoclassical structure was originally designed by Robert Mills, expanded by Thomas Ustick Walter, designated a National Historic Landmark in 1971, and converted into a hotel in 2002, helping revitalize the Penn Quarter neighborhood.
Today, the 184-room boutique hotel still features historic elements alongside modern design and sits just steps from Capital One Arena. Guests can see remnants of the post office’s history in the restaurant’s mail-sorting pulley system and mail postcards from the front desk.
The Historic Hotels of America designation recognizes the hotel’s role in preserving Washington’s architectural and cultural heritage while offering visitors a unique connection to the city’s past and present.
“Being recognized by Historic Hotels of America is a landmark moment for us,” says Corrado Palenzona, general manager of the hotel. “Our building has witnessed nearly two centuries of American history, and we are proud to keep that spirit alive. We want our guests to do more than just stay in a historic building; we want them to feel like they’re part of its next chapter, where that 19th-century soul meets the energy of modern D.C.”
