Looking for something for less than $100 a night for a week in Washington. The Kalorama was fine.Very neat and tidy . Shared a bathroom without any problems. A short stroll to the amazing underground rail and lots of reasonably priced restaurants.

My wife and I spent the week before July 4th at this fine establishment. We flew into Reagan airport and took the metro to the Woodley Metro stop. From there it was about a 10 minute walk mostly through several neighborhoods and several sidewalks. My first impression was not a good one! We got our key to room 25 and walked across the street to the house. Our room was at the end of the first floor hallway and included a small deck just outside the room. The bathroom was tiny and the rest of the room wasn't very big. But all in all it was a nice stay at this place. I have stayed at several B&B's before so this was ok. The location to downtown Washington DC was exceptional! We walked several times to the DuPont Circle line and took the metro. Overall the staff was aloof and not very helpful but the gentleman who helped me print the boarding pass was very nice. The breakfast was continental and was good. In the morning someone would bring over a pot of coffee and hot water for tea. And of course there was sherry for the afternoon refreshements. Please view the pictures and judge this place for yourself. It is a clean facility and the price is right!

Wanted to pay less than $100 a night for a place in Washington D.C. during the Cherry Blossom festival, and came across this gem during my searches on tripadvisor. Walk from the Woodley Park station is only 10 mins at most and is well-lit. Area is full of superb Victorian-style, terrace housing. We stayed at the Mintwood location, in case you wondered. Staff were super-nice. Fresh lemonade was available for free in the front lounge. Decor is very old-fashioned and just adds to the feel of the place in a lovely way. Floors are a bit creaky, so if you're a light sleeper, you might wake up a few times (I'm not, so I didn't have to worry!). Room was very quaint. We had room 7, same floor as the entrance and facing the street. Didn't hear a car once (good, solid windows I tell ya!). Bed was adequate. Sink in room, and we used a shared bathroom, which neither of us ever waited once for amazingly. Bathroom was exquisite every time I went to use it, no matter what time of day. Great restaurants within walking distance (right by the station) including Indian, Japanese, Chinese, Thai, French, Italian and American cuisine. Also a McDonald's and a CVS right by the station. Zoo is only another three blocks the other side of the station (it is an uphill walk). Overall a superb experience...will definitely stay here again!

This was my first stay at a B&B. My wife found Kalorama on TripAdvisor and it sounded like a quaint lil’ place. We weighed the options in price and offerings vs. a big chain hotel in D.C. and decided that we’d give this place a try. We were there for four days in mid November of 2005.

Parking is hell, like everywhere in D.C., when trying to unload. But, checking in was pretty much a non-event as we have made a reservation calling several weeks ahead. The house is an old creaky one with lots of wood and a warm feeling. The décor is bland. If you are looking for that cruise ship feeling, this ain’t your place. Our room was on the second floor facing the street. There was a bed, desk, sitting chair, armoire, and a coat hanger (see pic). The bed was comfortable. The sheets and towels were clean. The bathroom is tiny, however (see pic). It’s a struggle for two people to get ready at the same time! But, there was plenty of hot water. There’s no TV or phone in your room. Which was a nice change so as not to be glued to the tube all night. Breakfast a coffee, tea, juices, croissants, toast, bagels, muffins, danishes, and jams, jellies, and PB. We were issued a free parking pass for a spot across the street down a short alley (see pic).

There is much peace and tranquility at Kalorama. With the exception of the staff, I think my wife and I were the only folks who spoke English. I heard German, Japanese, Chinese, and some other Slavic language I didn’t know. Everyone smiled at each other and said hello. That was about it. I would suggest looking into staying on the top floor. There are basement room that looked a bit scary to me. There is a laundry area with a rickety washer and dryer. We didn’t use them. There is also a “common” refrigerator is you have anything you wish to put keep cold. We didn’t use it. It was quite warm in the room. But, in November I was happy that the place wasn’t a drafty old house.

Overall I would say this was a pleasant experience. We will probably look at staying at Kalorama again. It wasn’t spectacular or exciting. But, we weren’t looking for any of that.