A lovely stay
I was a little unsure about staying here after reading some Tripadvisor reviews but I have to say that there was nothing to be concerned about.
The service, from the doorman to the concierge, was very good. Always polite and helpful. One thing I would suggest is to get advice regarding eating out from the younger staff at the concierge. They had a much better idea of what we were looking for (low key & inexpensive local eating establishments within walking distance) as opposed to a middle aged gentleman who suggested the J&G steakhouse (preferably a metro ride away.. or a very long walk, at a cost of $$$$). We did, incidentally, eat there when we stayed at the W Hotel in town and it was very good but just not what we wanted that evening.
A good place for breakfast/lunch if you're not eating at the hotel (which we didn't) is Afterwords Cafe within Kramerbooks, Dupont Circle. Also try out Hank's Oyster Bar a couple of blocks away for dinner. Just taking a stroll down Q Street (from right outside the hotel) provides you with plenty of eateries with outdoor tables on a nice evening, packed with locals.
The location of the hotel is great for Dupont Circle and the metro which is a couple of minutes' walk away. We stayed in a superior King room which was very comfortable, large enough and not tired at all, as suggested in other reviews. It looks exactly as the photos on their website. We slept well and were not troubled by outside noise (we asked for a room away from the main road and as high up as possible). One thing I will warn you about though, is the paper thin walls! We heard absolutely everything (!) from next door.
Overall, a lovely stay in a convenient location.