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The Wonders of WASHINGTON Washington, D.C., is in all its cultural and gastronomic glory this spring BY CHRISTINA OHLY EVANS
SPRING 2022
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There are few places more lovely in springtime than the nation’s capital, and this year, with a slew of hotel openings, restaurant launches and cultural happenings, D.C. is the place to be. From walks among the iconic cherry blossoms that line the Tidal Basin to gallery-hopping in Book Hill, the city is having a real moment. These are just a very few of the city’s latest highlights
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LY L E H OT E L Lore Group, the owners of Pulitzer Amsterdam and the design-led Sea Containers in London, have brought a chic boutique hotel to D.C.’s bustling Dupont Circle neighborhood. With its mix of historic homes and happening restaurants, the area is perfect for families and couples alike as rooms come in all configurations, with many suited to extended stays. A simple, neutral palette pervades—lots of white and natural wood finishes throughout—and fans of art deco will love dining at Lyle’s, the hotel’s all-day, Italianinflected dining concept. lyledc.com
TOW N H O U S E SU I T E S AT T H E R O S E WO O D WA S H I N GTO N , D.C . Six turn-of-the-century townhouses have been added to the Rosewood in Georgetown, just steps from the quaint cobblestone streets and fine dining that surrounds the University campus. Designed by D.C. favorite Thomas Pheasant, these 1,000-squarefoot homes are adjacent to the hotel and receive all of the amenities—room service, cleaning, gym access—as hotel guests, but have the advantage of kitchens, separate f loors (perfect for families) and small back gardens, making this a true home away from home. Don’t miss the Rosewood’s rooftop bar with panoramic views of the Potomac River and the Kennedy Center, not to mention the best martinis in town. rosewoodhotels.com
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Cafe Riggs at The Riggs; the exterior of The Lyle; a Townhouse Suite at The Rosewood; the view from The Dupont Circle
After a two-year renovation, The Dupont Circle is thriving—and it’s perfectly located for exploring Embassy Row and museums on the Mall, as well as the vibrant local restaurant scene. The Doyle Collection property features a spectacular penthouse suite with an expansive terrace designed by Clodagh. The hotel’s 327 mid-century rooms and suites offer a home away from home with a touch of Irish warmth, while the clubby Doyle bar and Martin Brudnizki–designed Pembroke restaurant—with its al fresco dining—are once again destination dining spots. doylecollection.com
