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Hotel Helix

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Local(202) 462-9001
Fax(202) 332-3519

1430 Rhode Island Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005

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Hotel Helix
Local(202) 462-9001
Fax(202) 332-3519

1430 Rhode Island Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005

http://www.hotelhelix.com

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The Open View

The Hotel Helix, in Washington, is a 2-and-one-half star inexpensive hotel. What travelers said they loved: "the place", "the location", and "the room". Sleep connoisseurs described the bed as "comfortable". Guests found the service "exceptional". The hotel is recommended by Gayot.com (it's on their Top 10 list for Boutique Hotels). The hotel is near award winning restaurants, including Tenpenh , Zaytinya , and Cafe Atlántico . Also nearby: National Museum of Women in the Arts , Tourmobile Sightseeing , and National Archives . Other local places to consider are Courtyard Washington/Northwest and Days Inn Connecticut Ave.

User Reviews of Hotel Helix

Yelp.com Review - by A Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. this place is pretty cool. i stayed here in early march for a conference. located halfway between Logan Circle and Dupont, it's close to a bunch of embassies in case you need to defect, great stuff in…
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Laurel B.

4.0 of 5 stars. A solid four stars. Stylish, nice photographs as art, (very 60's glam) and spacious rooms. If you are a Kimpton member, you might even get upgraded to a suite. Excellent corporate rates.
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Larry G.

5.0 of 5 stars. If you don't keep your eyes peeled, you can easily miss Hotel Helix. However, once you get there, you'll be impressed. Helix is done in retro designs with bold colors and prints. What's even better…
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by David F.

3.0 of 5 stars. I stayed at the Helix for a few days recently on business. I'm generally a fan of Kimpton Hotels, and have gone out of my way to stay at one rather than a bland Marriott Residence Inn. If this wasn't…
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Victoria T.

5.0 of 5 stars. This hotel is amazing. Okay, so the lobby is in a white-out glass area which blends in with the bar that has flashing neon lights. They even have a little patio area with colorful umbrellas. Step into…
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by j k.

4.0 of 5 stars. i told myself that i wouldn't stay at another kimpton hotel after my disappointment with hotel palomar. i love trying different hotels so i "volunteered" to stayed here for a few days while my…
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Archie R.

5.0 of 5 stars. I am a hotel authority. Trust me on this one. I spent over 150 nights in hotel rooms last year so I've seen it all.
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley B.

5.0 of 5 stars. The hotel is beautiful, very well designed, comfortable, and quiet. I surprised my design snob boyfriend with a night here for his birthday-- all the furniture is funky, the beds are very…
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Muddy V.

5.0 of 5 stars. Awesome, so much fun!
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathleen C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this hotel! I have stayed for a few trips. It is a funky boutique hotel that works for me but my mother might freak out in. The room is spacious and makes me feel as though I am staying in a…
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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priceline.com

This was a really great deal with hotel helix. The hotel is very close to convention center, very convenient for the business travelers. The room space I got was really big. The space was even better than...
priceline.com - user review - 12/10/2007
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priceline.com

Ok it was cheap so I was not expecting a Hilton but what an experience. From the dramatic entrance through parting curtains to the free happy hour for guests each night, I loved it. Oh yes clean, good bed,...
priceline.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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priceline.com

Decent hotel, probably fun for those who are terminally hip, or want to be. Too far from metro. Very lively bar scene.
priceline.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sherry W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Kimpton Hotels - I love your style. I have stayed in 5 different cities with you and it has never been a disappointment. It's actually quite a treat. The Helix is probably my most favorite one of…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Anthony L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this hotel. They layout is so nice. I have stayed here a few times. This hotel is owned by Kimpton hotels and most of their hotels are very beautiful. The perfect place to take a girl if you…
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by stephen l.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is a lot of fun. I'm totally diggin the vibe here. It's sorta got an L.A. vibe goin on, real swanky, lots of bright colors, and "retro" art. There isn't a lot of stuff to do around here but…
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay G.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is really funky. I think they got most of their furniture from the set of Laugh-In. They should have named it the Laugh Inn... sorry. Anyways, if you don't mind 60's mod-styled furniture,…
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by PC W.

4.0 of 5 stars. I stayed here for one night when my friend was visiting and wanted to do something different. This hotel is so much fun - the decor is totally over the top but it works. It's not too close to a…
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Christopher T.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you want to stay in a central hotel, inexpensive, with an out of the box hotel feel - this is your hotel. I stayed in one of their suites, and it was HUGE and so nice..i loved it so much. There is…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by angela n.

4.0 of 5 stars. Not sure what it's like to stay here, but we had a brilliant time at a private Oscar party. Helix was an apt location, as the stylish decor was very DC-meets-Hollywood. The walls display…
yelp.com - user review - 02/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Aurelie C.

5.0 of 5 stars. So my friends and I went on roadtrip and stop in DC to visit and stay with my friend's brother who we found out had this fat, hairy, shed all over the place cat that i happened to be sickly allergic…
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kat F.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ahhh...I'm currently writing this review at the hotel. I wish I did not have to leave the Helix. I have traveled a lot and stayed in many hotels but this is one of the most unique hotels by far. The…
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Meryl C.

5.0 of 5 stars. It's shagadelic, baby! Not for the beige and seersucker set, this hotel is pure fun: Lime green walls, psychedelic curtains, retro candies and games in the room - this is the place to be if you are…
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by meredith m.

5.0 of 5 stars. My alltime favorite hotel EVER!! So wonderful, accomodating, and affordable. Modern and stylish close to cool restaurants and gay friendly businesses. I love this place. This is where I stay in DC…
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2006
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Yahoo! Travel

"Find comprehensive hotel information including descriptions, rates & availability, photos, reviews and interactive maps for Hotel Helix in Washington, District of Columbia. Check the weather, and locate...
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TripAdvisor

Unbeatable for the $$. I paid $119/night (reg. $169)......Always check Kimptonhotels they gaurantee best...
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TripAdvisor

I recently stayed at the Helix the weekend of July 8-July 10 and I did not like it there at all.The...
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TravelPost.com

Need WiFi hotspots - decent internet access is not a luxury anymore.
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Yahoo! Travel

If you love funky and hip...this is the place for you! I loved this place and almost couldn't sleep because I was so excited about my experience here. The room was huge and beds were absolutely...
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TripAdvisor

It's different, it's fun, it's so not your usual DC hotel! If you want to try something comfortable,...
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Yahoo! Travel

We thought Hotel Helix was a great place to stay. Very design-oriented, for those who like a little "flair" in their surroundings. The lounge was fun--especially the complimentary champagne...
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TripAdvisor

Stayed with husband and our college-age daughter. Just loved the 70's feel, great bar and we loved the...
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TripAdvisor

Small funky boutique hotels are my favorite and Hotel Helix is the one that got me started. Very eclectic...
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TripAdvisor

We now live in the DC area, and prior to moving here we stayed in hotels all over DC. Hotel Helix has...
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TripAdvisor

26$ for my daughter and I to eat their continental breakfast. What a rip off. oh and the guy failed...
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Hotels.com

Part Of Kimpton Boutique Hotels. This Hotel Will Offer A Splash Of Color Amidst A Fun Setting. It Is All About Fun With A Relaxed Atmosphere Here At Hotel Helix. Be Seen Or Chose Not To Be Seen. It Is Your...
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ThisisTravel

Unusual funky B&B with limited range of facilities. Suits those who want a change from the norm; possibly more appreciated by less demanding younger crowd. Formerly Howard Johnson Plaza.
thisistravel.co.uk - user review
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Yahoo! Travel

We had higher expectations of a boutique hotel. We had two rooms for our 5 person family. One was significantly larger than the other, but the same cost for both...expensive. Staff seemed inexperienced...
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TripAdvisor

Got this very last minute and hadn't expected such a 'trendy' hotel. Funky design although my friend...
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TripAdvisor

Returned from an Easter Weekend stay for 3 nights at the Helix. The rooms are as the photos appear,...
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Travelocity

THIS HOTEL IS A MUST SEE. IF YOU ARE AN AFFICIANADO OF COOL DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO HANG AT THIS HIP, SWANK HOTEL.
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Fodor's

In the District's Logan Circle neighborhood, the Helix combines attitude with colorful hospitality. The theme here is fame, with blow-ups of pop culture figures ranging from Martin Luther King Jr. to Little...
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Travelocity

Located in the Logan Circle neighborhood, Hotel Helix, a Kimpton Boutique Hotel is situated in downtown Washington DC. When you arrive at the boutique Hotel Helix, you'll see this incredible Magritte-style...
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TripAdvisor

Just retruned from Spring Break with our 13 year old son. We stayed at the Helix becasue of a recommendation...
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Orbitz

Expect the celebrity treatment at Hotel Helix. Your 15 Minutes begin the moment you enter their chic, ultra-modern "Living Room" lobby. Dramatic, illuminated reception desks and pop-art inspired paintings...
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