The Jefferson Hotel,Washington DC

What The Jefferson Hotel,Washington DC does

The Jefferson, Washington DC is an independent, privately held luxury boutique hotel operating from a 1923 Beaux-Arts landmark at 1200 16th Street NW, three blocks north of the White House. Legal entity is DC CAP Hotelier, LLC. The property offers six accommodation categories (Deluxe Room, Premier Room, Deluxe Suite, Executive Suite, First Lady Suite, and Presidential Suite) plus three on-site dining venues: The Greenhouse (seasonal all-day dining and brunch beneath a restored historic skylight), Quill Bar & Lounge (cocktail bar with elevated bar menu), and All Day Dining room service (6 AM to 11 PM). The hotel supports meetings and social events across multiple dedicated spaces (Greenhouse buyout, Gallatin Room, Parlor Boardroom, Private Wine Cellar, The Book Room, Cabinet Rooms) with capacities up to ~100 guests.

The property's structural differentiator is a content-and-talent moat: nine original Thomas Jefferson-signed documents are housed in The Book Room — a curated guest-only library partnered with Celadon Books and featuring a working fireplace — and the property is the only Washington DC hotel with an in-house historian (Dr. Susan Sullivan Lagon) who leads Saturday morning tours. Operational technology is standard for the segment (SynXis booking engine, contactless check-in, tablet-based in-room requests, digital temperature controls, Peloton-equipped fitness center, partnered access to University Club facilities). Ancillary revenue includes valet parking ($30/day), pet fees ($50/stay for dogs up to 50 lbs), and several branded packages (Suite 250, Park & Stroll, Hydration Haven with Augustinus Bader, Escape Longer, Students on the Move, and private yacht excursions with Barton & Gray).

The revenue model is anchored in room revenue (transacted via direct website, phone, and travel-advisor channels) with material contribution from F&B and a smaller, margin-accretive stream from private events and curated packages. Pricing is quote-based for suites; standard nightly rates are not publicly disclosed. Customer segments are primarily luxury leisure travelers and business/corporate guests visiting DC for government, legal, and policy work, with secondary segments for weddings/social events and historic/cultural enthusiasts. The hotel sells directly (SynXis, phone, dedicated sales team), via travel advisors and GDS, and through Resy for F&B. Distribution is supported by an active organic and paid digital presence (Instagram, Google Ads, email newsletter) and significant earned media from Forbes, Michelin, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, and TripAdvisor. No parent company, institutional investor, or M&A transaction is disclosed; no financial or revenue figures are publicly available.

Name

The Jefferson Hotel,Washington DC

Legal name

DC CAP Hotelier, LLC

Website

https://jeffersondc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Jefferson, Washington DC is an independent luxury boutique hotel in a 1923 Beaux-Arts landmark three blocks north of the White House, serving luxury leisure and corporate travelers with refined accommodations, three award-winning dining venues, event spaces, and a singular in-house historian-led cultural program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Boutique Hotel

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Heritage & Palace Luxury Hotels (THAGACAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Heritage & Historic Boutique Hotels (THAGADAD)

Keywords

• Luxury boutique hotels
• Hotel accommodation services
• Fine dining restaurants
• Private event venues
• Concierge guest experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Room Revenue: The primary revenue stream, derived from bookings of guest rooms and suites. Room categories include Deluxe Room, Premier Room, Deluxe Suite, Executive Suite, First Lady Suite, and Presidential Suite. Revenue is generated through direct website bookings, phone reservations, and travel agency channels. Pricing is quote-based for suites; nightly rates for standard rooms are disclosed on the booking engine.
2. Food & Beverage: Revenue from three on-site dining venues: The Greenhouse (seasonal all-day dining and brunch beneath a historic skylight), Quill Bar & Lounge (cocktail bar and elevated bar menu), and All-Day Dining (in-room dining service from 6 AM to 11 PM). F&B contributes significantly to ancillary revenue and drives non-guest visitation.
3. Meetings & Events: Private event spaces including The Greenhouse Restaurant Buyout (up to 100 guests reception), The Gallatin Room (up to 80 guests), The Parlor Boardroom (up to 60 standing), The Private Wine Cellar (up to 20 seated), The Book Room (up to 30 standing), and Cabinet Rooms (3–5 guests). Revenue from corporate meetings, weddings, rehearsal dinners, and private celebrations.
4. Ancillary Services: Valet parking, pet fees ($50 per stay for dogs up to 50 lbs), laundry and dry-cleaning services, transportation arrangement fees, and special packages such as Suite 250, Park and Stroll, Hydration Haven with Augustinus Bader, and Students on the Move.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The Jefferson, Washington DC is an independent luxury boutique hotel offering overnight accommodations in rooms and suites, three on-site dining venues, private event and meeting spaces, and curated cultural guest experiences. The 1923 Beaux-Arts property operates with personalized concierge-led service, an in-house historian program, and a collection of nine original Thomas Jefferson-signed documents that anchor the hotel's distinctive historical identity.

Product overview

The Jefferson, Washington DC is a luxury boutique hotel offering an integrated hospitality experience combining accommodations, dining, and curated experiences. The product portfolio centers on five suite categories (Presidential Suite, First Lady Suite, Executive Suite, Deluxe Suite, Deluxe Room, Premier Room) and three dining venues (The Greenhouse restaurant, Quill Bar & Lounge, and All Day Dining room service). Additional offerings include private event spaces (Gallatin Room, Parlor Boardroom, Private Wine Cellar, Book Room, Cabinet Rooms), wellness facilities (fitness center with Peloton equipment and University Club access), and dog-friendly accommodations. The hotel provides special packages including Suite 250 for America's 250th anniversary, Private Yacht Excursions with Barton & Gray, and wellness partnerships (Hydration Haven with Augustinus Bader). Unique differentiators include Cultural Concierge Services offering exclusive access experiences, an in-house historian program, and partnerships with Celadon Books and Dolly Parton's Imagination Library for community initiatives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Deluxe Room A well-appointed guest room with modern amenities, comfortable workspace, and residential-style design. Features complimentary Wi-Fi, local calls, and twice-daily housekeeping for leisure and business travelers.
• The Premier Room A premium accommodation option featuring elegant furnishings and refined décor in a sophisticated interior setting for upscale leisure and business travelers.
• The Deluxe Suite A 630-690 sq.ft. suite with elegant King bedroom, separate parlor with pull-out sofa, writing desk, and views of the Washington DC skyline. Includes complimentary Wi-Fi, shoe shine, filtered water, custom bath amenities, and Nespresso.
• The Executive Suite A 760 sq.ft. suite designed for business travelers, featuring King-size bed, pull-out sofa, writing desk, and coffee table against a Downtown DC backdrop. Includes complimentary digital newspaper access and Nespresso station.
• The First Lady Suite A 1,100 sq.ft. top-floor suite with dramatic city views, three Juliette balconies, gas fireplace, intimate dining room, and canopied King-size bed. Includes complimentary garment pressing, premium beverage station with liquor selection, fresh flowers, and one-way airport transfer.
• The Presidential Suite A 1,900 sq.ft. luxury suite featuring five Juliette balconies with Washington Monument and downtown DC views, private kitchen, private study, and elegant living room. Suitable for intimate dinner parties and small cocktail receptions.
• The Greenhouse Restaurant A refined restaurant serving seasonal breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch beneath a historic restored skylight in Washington DC, steps from the White House. Features an award-winning culinary team and locally sourced ingredients, and is open to both hotel guests and outside diners via Resy reservations.
• Quill Bar & Lounge An intimate cocktail bar and lounge featuring classic and signature cocktails, curated wine selection, and an elevated bar menu. Recognized as one of Washington's most celebrated hotel bars with private cabinet rooms and a cigar-friendly patio.
• All Day Dining (Room Service) Refined in-room dining service available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM offering breakfast, dinner, desserts, and wine selection delivered directly to guest rooms. Limited overnight cold menu available upon request.
• Private Event Spaces A collection of event venues available for corporate meetings, weddings, rehearsal dinners, and private celebrations. Spaces include The Greenhouse Restaurant Buyout (up to 100 guests reception), The Gallatin Room (up to 82 seated or 100 reception), The Parlor Boardroom (28 seated), The Private Wine Cellar (up to 20 seated), The Book Room (up to 30 standing), and Cabinet Rooms (3-5 guests).
• Fitness Center and Wellness

Quantifiable outcome

• Ranked #1 Best Hotel in Washington DC by Travel + Leisure 2024; previously #1 from 2017–2019
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Barton & Gray Mariners ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBarton & Gray Mariners Club partners with The Jefferson, DC to offer exclusive private yacht excursions on the Potomac River. The Ocean Escapes experience allows hotel guests to cruise past Georgetown, the Lincoln Memorial, Alexandria, National Harbor, and other iconic Washington landmarks aboard a professionally captained yacht. Available exclusively to guests of The Jefferson, DC, subject to availability.
• FlexjetminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Jefferson, DC offers access to private aviation services through its partnership with Flexjet, providing a more personalized and efficient travel experience for guests arriving by private jet. This partnership supports the hotel's positioning for ultra-high-net-worth travelers.
• Celadon BooksminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Book Room at The Jefferson partners with Celadon Books to offer guests dozens of buzz-worthy new releases alongside the hundreds of classic and author-signed books already in the collection. The partnership enhances the hotel's literary identity and guest experience in The Book Room.
• Augustinus BadercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAugustinus Bader is a world-renowned skincare brand powered by proprietary TFC8 technology. The Jefferson, DC is the first and only hotel in Washington, D.C. to offer the Hydration Haven package, featuring Augustinus Bader Eye Patches, Hydrogel Face Mask, and The Rich Cream Mini Routine delivered to guest rooms. Developed by Professor Augustinus Bader MD, PhD, the brand is recognized globally.
• National Geographic Museum of ExplorationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe National Geographic Museum of Exploration is part of the Suite 250 package, offering admission tickets to guests as part of the America 250th anniversary experience. The new 100,000 square-foot museum features immersive exhibitions, photography galleries, and curated experiences designed to spark curiosity and exploration. Opening June 26, 2026.
• Tiny Jewel BoxminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAs part of the Suite 250 package celebrating America's 250th anniversary, guests receive a private after-hours appointment at Tiny Jewel Box with a credit to explore the collection. This partnership enhances the anniversary package with exclusive retail experiences.
• DC Public Library / Dolly Parton's Imagination LibraryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Jefferson partners with the DC Public Library's 'Books from Birth' program, in collaboration with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. For every room booked, the hotel sponsors the purchase of a children's book to give the gift of reading to the youth of Washington, D.C. The program is called the First Library Book Program.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• The Watergate Hotel: Iconic independent luxury hotel in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood of DC. Competes for the same luxury leisure and corporate traveler segments, with comparable event and F&B offerings.
• Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC: Global luxury brand operating a DC flagship near Georgetown. Direct competitor for premium leisure, government, and corporate travelers, with the advantage of a global loyalty program and broader distribution.
• Rosewood Washington DC (Georgetown): Boutique luxury hotel in Georgetown within the broader Rosewood portfolio. Competes for the same HNW leisure and corporate travelers in DC with comparable suite-driven product and high-end F&B.
• Waldorf Astoria Washington DC: Luxury hotel in the Old Post Office Pavilion in DC. Overlaps in luxury leisure, government, and corporate traveler segments, with comparable suite product and meeting/event space.
• The Hay-Adams: Independent luxury historic hotel in Washington DC located across Lafayette Square from the White House. Closest direct competitor in terms of heritage positioning, small footprint, and DC luxury leisure and government-affairs traveler base.
• The St. Regis Washington DC: Luxury heritage hotel in downtown DC with a comparable client mix of luxury leisure, government affairs, and corporate guests. Overlaps significantly in price point and amenitized luxury experience.
• The Peninsula Washington DC: Luxury hotel near the White House with strong F&B, spa, and corporate-event offerings. Competes directly for HNW leisure and government-affairs travelers with comparable rates and service standards.
• Park Hyatt Washington DC: Luxury hotel in the West End of DC, part of the Park Hyatt brand. Comparable in positioning for refined luxury travelers and corporate guests near the White House and embassies.
• The Ritz-Carlton, Washington DC: Luxury hotel in the West End / Foggy Bottom corridor of DC. Competes for the same high-end business, diplomatic, and leisure clientele, with comparable suite product and F&B venues.
• Willard InterContinental Hotel: Iconic luxury hotel two blocks from the White House with a long history of hosting dignitaries and heads of state. Comparable in price point, customer base (government, corporate, luxury leisure), and Washington DC luxury market positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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