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Hotel Helix - a Kimpton Hotel

1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW (formerly Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel & Suites) Washington DC, DC 20006
Property Type: Hotel
  • Lodging offering guest rooms, a 24-hour front desk and a variety of services and amenities.
Hotel Helix is a swanky boutique hotel fashionably located in Washington DC's downtown Logan Circle neighborhood. Fun, hip and smart, this Kimpton... Hotel Helix is a swanky boutique hotel fashionably located in Washington DC's downtown Logan Circle neighborhood. Fun, hip and smart, this Kimpton Hotel delights the moment you walk through its doors. The bright colors and ultra-mod style are matched by luxurious, sparkling service and careful attention to detail. Hotel Helix, complete with the adjacent Helix Lounge, is a glamorous base for exploring the nearby White House, Washington Monument, Smithsonian Museums and more. more » « less
Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet No Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant No Room Service No Swimming Pool
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars Based on 148 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4 based on 103 reviews Rooms
    • 4 based on 101 reviews Service
    • 4 based on 102 reviews Value
    • 4 based on 104 reviews Cleanliness
    • 4 based on 1 review Pool

Reviews of Hotel Helix - a Kimpton Hotel

( 11-20 of 155 )
Aug 19, 2008

Our local newspaper highlighted a "family package" for Hotel Helix. The bunkbeds, pizza, soda, and Haagen Dazs ice cream were an enticing way to make an educational vacation appealing to my children. Indeed, the pizza party and bunk beds were awesome after several days of musueums, tours, etc. but the fun stopped there! If you are not an animal lover,... more

Management response from
HotelHelixAGM, Manager

Dear Travelbug21Georgia, I was really glad to read that you enjoyed the pizza party portion of our family package. I was disappointed to read that some other guests were not as considerate as we would expect and as a result your stay was negatively impacted. Typically, despite the modern decor of the hotel, we've found that our guests behave in...

Aug 16, 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Hi there. I was delighted to arrive at the Helix for my first stay in DC. Although the "modern" decorations were tacky at best, the place was being paid for by work and I was happy to be there. Then I got in to my room and heard the barking/whining dog next door. Because the hotel is pet friendly. Again,... more

Management response from
HotelHelixAGM, Manager

Dear whatcha312, Thank you for taking a moment to post a message about your stay at Hotel Helix. I'm sorry that your stay was initially disrupted by the barking of the dog next door and that you discovered fleas upon your return home. We regularly inspect all of our guestrooms to ensure that we never develop a pest problem of...

5 of 5 stars
New York City, New York
Aug 12, 2008

We stayed at the Hotel Helix over 4th of July weekend and everything was wonderful. Check in was smooth and uneventful. Exactly the way you would want it to be. Our room was on the 10th floor next to the elevator. At first, I was concerned about any possible noise by being in this location, but there were no problems... more

Management response from
Distribution_Mgr, Area Distribution Manager

Hello Gramercy97, Good day and thank you for your comments. I am glad that the check in was smooth and that you liked your room. Thank you for the detailed room description. Did you know that we know not only have adult robes but also robes for the kids too? The socks and PJ’s are there as a comfort away...

5 of 5 stars
Rochester, NY
Aug 10, 2008

I booked a night here for a bachelorette party-we fit 5 girls into a standard double room, and while it was a little cozy, we had an absolute blast! The decor at the hotel is so funky, we felt as if we were famous. We booked the bride to be an in-room massage, which was so easy to do, and... more

Management response from
Distribution_Mgr, Area Distribution Manager

Hi PeggySue_NY, Thanks for your review. I am glad that you and your friends had fun while celebrating a special occasion. What better place than the Helix to have a glamorous Girls Night Out! I am glad that both you and the bride to be were able to relax in different ways at the hotel. The Helix Lounge is extremely...

Aug 3, 2008

The first room we were assigned was so tiny we brought home bruised shins from bumping into the bed corners. Because this was a Hotwire booking, we had no choice but to endure our 6-night stay. Reluctant front desk staff made us wait 3 nights for a larger room to become available. "Pet-friendly" means you'd better not mind barking dogs.... more

Management response from
HotelHelixAGM, Manager

Dear tomego, Thank you for taking a moment to post such an candid and spirited a review about your visit with us. I'm terribly sorry that your experience at Hotel Helix was not an outstanding one and that a room more suited to your preferences was not available sooner. The style and flair of the Helix often make it a...

4 of 5 stars
Greensboro,NC
Jul 23, 2008

Different, as advertised! Great location & very clean. Would certainly stay there again! Walking distance to Dupont Circle (restaurants) and Adams Morgan (nightlife). Had a king deluxe room which was very roomy (with the exception of a very small bathroom). Aveda bath products were a nice touch. Trendy lounge & adjoining patio area. Lively on Friday - quiet on Sat... more

Management response from
Distribution_Mgr, Area Distribution Manager

Hello stealthmcr, Thank you for your comments and honesty. I am glad that you enjoyed your stay and liked the room. Thank you for the concierge comments about some of your favorite places to dine. I do hope that you will come back and stay with us again soon!

5 of 5 stars
Tampa, Florida
Jun 19, 2008

Fantastic hotel. I have stayed at Kimpton Hotels before and I liked this one the best. Service was outstanding - Georgina was perhaps the best hotel staff member I've ever met! So professional, thoughtful, helpful, and friendly! The room is large and my bed was in an alcove - very cool! I was away from my infant daughter, so I... more

Management response from
Distribution_Mgr, Area Distribution Manager

Hello everglades_gal. Thank you for your posting. We greatly appreciate your feedback. I am sure Georgina will be happy to know she made such a positive impact on you. I can understand your feelings about the room and other than the desk chair you seemed to enjoy your stay. I do hope that you will be able to come back...

Jun 11, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

This is my first Kimpton hotel stay on a business trip to DC. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this hotel for business travellers who needs to use the Internet as the connection in the room is very slow (although free). The gym was disappointing, it only had 3 machines and the AC was not even working. My double bed room is... more

Management response from
HotelHelixAGM, Manager

Dear businesstravellerNyc, Thank you for taking the time to give us such candid feedback about your visit. I'm glad you found the decor fun and upbeat. I'm terribly sorry that you found the hotel difficult to enjoy from a business travel perspective and I assure that we are in the process of making improvements in this regard. Specifically, we are...

5 of 5 stars
Lebanon, New Hampshire
Jun 1, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

If you're looking for a unique little spot in a residential neighborhood, with friendly accommodating staff, I'd recommend this hotel without hesitation. We were attending a conference at the DC Convention Center and the Helix offered a discount rate for conference attendees. When I called to confirm our reservation (which I'm glad I did and I recommend doing if you... more

Management response from
Distribution_Mgr, Area Distribution Manager

Dear PoblanoJ, Thank you for staying at Hotel Helix during your trip to Washington DC. I am glad that you liked the neighborhood and that the staff were accommodating! Thanks for the great comments about the hotel and the staff. We do hope that you can return to us soon. I am happy you enjoyed the eco friendly programs Kimpton...

4 of 5 stars
Minneapolis, MN
May 27, 2008

I recently stayed at the Hotel Helix May 23-27. I was greeted warmly by hotel staff upon entering the lobby and immediately checked in. I had indicated I preferred a room on a high floor and was put in a spacious room on the 10th floor of the hotel - the highest floor. 10 minutes after I got to my... more

Management response from
Distribution_Mgr, Area Distribution Manager

Dear Kimmber13. Thank you for posting your response. I am glad that your check in was smooth and that you not only received the room you requested but also had a follow up call to make sure you were satisfied. It seems that you really enjoyed your stay and I will be sure to pass your comments to the hotel...

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Address: 1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW, (formerly Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel & Suites), Washington DC, DC 20006