I stayed at the Helix for 4 nights recently and it was the best hotel I stayed in during 3 weeks of travel in the US (about 10 hotels/motels in total). In short, the room was spacious and very comfortable and was inexpesive for what it was. Some nice touches included a complementary copy of the NY Times each day... more

Due to a number of negative reviews on this site recently, I was a bit reluctant to book this one. When I first arrived I wasn't too impressed - it's an ugly building and the lobby is small and unimpressive. My room wasn't ready but I had checked in early so that was okay. The staff were polite but not... more

I stayed at the Helix this summer before I found a permanent place to live in DC. The room was comfortable, clean and spacious. The staff were absolutely lovely, polite and incredibly helpful in directing me to various places in the city. The hotel is in a great location within walking distance of a metro, the downtown area and u... more

This hotel was the grooviest, funkiest, prettiest hotel i have ever stayed in! The decor & overall theme was great, the staff couldn't be any friendlier (the receptionist especially -all of them-, though one of the bar tenders was extremely rude). The rooms were spacious, and the couch is a great idea, not a lot of hotels have that big... more

My roommate and I were visiting DC over Labor Day weekend and decided to try this cute hotel due to its convenient location between Dupont and Logan Circle. The room itself was fine with all the cuteness expected, though we didnt see any area where you could get soda in the middle of the night...No biggie as there was a... more

My husband and I stayed at the helix for our anniversay. The staff were great from the moment we checked in. They ssent us a bottle of champagne with a note after check in and wished us a happy anniversary. Gave us great restaurant recommandations., We were amazed at their attention to details and helpfulness. i will always stay there... more

My husband and I stayed at the Hotel Helix for three nights in September 2008. We were disappointed in most aspects of our stay, and found that the Hotel Helix is not up to normal Kimpton standards. I have stayed at several other Kimpton properties, throughout the country and within DC, and the service in this one was lacking. The... more

Stay at the Hotel Helix if you need a break form the norm. I usually hit Washington, D.C. a couple of times a year, and after a while, the major brand hotels become a blur. The Helix, on the other hand, stands out. As affordable as it is funky, the property has a “pop culture” theme, with bright colors, front... more

Very unique hotel although much smaller than pictures reflect. The room itself was good size though, and very clean and comfortable. The staff seemed helpful, but not overly accomodating. For those of you unfamiliar with the DC area, the closest metro stations at McPhearson and Dupont, are quite a hike away. I know it says 5-6 blocks, but I don't... more