NEW HOTEL SEARCH

Please complete the highlighted fields below The check-out date must occur after the check-in date. Please change the date Date format should be dd/mm/yy Please provide the ages of children below The check-in or check-out date is prior to the current date.

Discounts may apply to children

Show Additional Options

Hide Additional Options

Recently Viewed

See #### more

Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel

116 S Alfred Street Alexandria, 22314 Virginia

In historic Old Town Alexandria, near King Street

Jeffersonian appeal
Federalist-style boutique hotel in historic Old Town, near upscale King Street, Alexandria's entertainment and shopping district. Show more
Individual attention
Morrison House - a Kimpton Hotel is a meticulous replica of a Federal-style mansion. Butler service is available around the clock. A fine-dining restaurant showcases American cuisine.
Custom design
Rooms at Alexandria's Morrison House are individually decorated with Federal-style furnishings, custom-built mahogany armoires, Frette luxury linens, and Italian marble bathrooms. Hide

GUEST REVIEWS

4.8out of 5

Expedia Guest Rating

96%

of guests recommend

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor provides an assessment of hotel quality based on more than 40 million reviews & opinions from real travellers. The traveller rating represents an average of individual ratings for this hotel.

See all #### TripAdvisor Reviews


Rooms & Rates

Please enter dates below.

Please complete the highlighted fields below. The check-out date must occur after the check-in date. Please change the date. Date format should be dd/mm/yy. Please provide the ages of children below. The check-in or check-out date is prior to the current date. The check-in date cannot be after 28/06/2013. The check-out date cannot be after 28/06/2013. The check-in date is missing. Please add the check-in date. The check-out date is missing. Please add the check-out date.
Check-in:
Check-out:
Rooms:

Specify ages of children at time of travel

Discounts may be offered to children of certain ages.

We are unable to search for rooms at this time. Please try again in a few minutes.

Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Know Before You Go
  • There are no room charges for children 17 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.
Policies
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Check-out time is Noon
  • Early departure fee charged
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Pets accepted
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Awards and Affiliations

A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party Certified

This property participates in Green Seal, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.

  • Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel is listed in the 2009 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.
  • This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.

Property Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Valet parking
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Business services
  • Concierge services
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Total number of rooms - 45
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Airport transportation (complimentary)
  • Elevator/lift
  • Internet access in public areas - complimentary
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Secure parking
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Shoe shine
  • Tour assistance
  • Wedding services
  • 24-hour business center
  • Smoke-free property

Rooms

The Morrison House has 45 individually appointed guestrooms. Federal-style decor includes 2- or 4-poster beds, custom-built armoires, dark-wood furnishings, and crown moldings. Beds feature Frette luxury linens. Italian-marble bathrooms include bathrobes and luxurious toiletries. LCD TVs come with cable. Desks come with ergonomic chairs. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

All guestrooms are non-smoking.

Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel, Alexandria,  Virginia, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • Cable/satellite television channels
  • Air conditioning
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Multi-line phone
  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Designer toiletries
  • Premium bedding
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Clock radio
  • Wake-up calls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Turndown service
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Window opens
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Minibar
  • In-room massage available
  • Desk
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Non-smoking only
  • Ergonomic chair
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary)
  • Wired high-speed Internet access (complimentary)
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • LCD television

Dining

The Grille - American fine dining in warmly inviting setting. Menu features wild-game fish, free-range fowl, fine meats, and fresh produce. The sommelier (wine expert) assists guests with selections from an extensive list. Open for breakfast and dinner. Jazz pianist or jazz guitarist Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings. Private dining program available upon request (surcharge). More information about private dining can be obtained via calling hotel directly. The hotel number/contact info will appear on your hotel reservation confirmation.

The hotel hosts a complimentary wine reception nightly.

Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel, Alexandria,  Virginia, Dining Dining

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel

4.8
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
4.8
Hotel condition:
4.7
Room cleanliness:
4.9
Room comfort:
4.5
Location:
5.0
Neighbourhood:
5.0
96%

of guests recommend

out of 26 reviews

Write a review of this hotel

You may be required to sign in to verify your stay.

Robert K from Caledon, Ontario
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 9 Dec 2011

“a little pretentious”

nice location...when they say the heart of old town they really mean it. Everything was within a few minutes walk and we only used the free shuttle once due to rain. Breakfast was very good and a decent price compared to others in the area. We went to the wine reception one night but it was very uncomfortable - a bunch of people siitting in a room drinking and not talking - my wife tried to started a few conversations but the atmosphere didnt permit it. Too bad really because it could have been fun. King room very very small - tight for a three night stay. No where to put your luggage and no place to sit really. after dinner and before bed I would sit on the one chair in the room and my wife would sit on the bed. Thermostat did not seem to control the heater - the room was unbearably warm so we turned on the air conditioning. The bed was very comfy...with a huge bolster which I used as a body pillow - I forgot to pack mine and thought we would need to find a Walmart. Overall the bed was great. Quiet neighbourhood with no traffic noise of loud bars near by. Things we liked - apples in the corridor near the elevator, bed was great, quiet for sleeping, excellent location, umbrellas in every room. Things that we did not like - shower was terrible, have to run faucet for 3 minutes to get hot water in tub, room too hot, other guests seemed unapproachable, no vent in bathroom, no place to sit in room, room very small. Still, excellent location but not a five star.

Area recommendations
All of the King street area is worth a look. Beware of Washington DC if you have ANY mobility trouble as everything is very spread out...distance from Washington Monument to Lincoln Memorial must be half a mile and there is nothing in between the two. I really enjoyed the coffee in COSI - a small cafe just a block or two from the hotel which I discovered on our last day in town...a very nice coffee with no bitterness. My wife really enjoyed La Madelaine (?) which is also a small cafe.
A Traveller from Glen Ellen, CA
2.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted 7 Oct 2011

“Disappointing Kimpton property”

We usually enjoy the Kimpton hotels, but something was "off" with this one. Despite its lovely location and very nice building, the only people who worked there who engaged with us at all were the valet parking gentlemen. The staff was really cool, and not in a good way. We were annoyed that we left the hotel at 8:00 in the morning, and when we returned at 4:30, our room was still not cleaned up. The room was in the basement with no window. Somehow, it was really noisy, both with street noise and from the room next door. While we realize we got a good price on what is supposed to be a very nice hotel, it wasn't a good value. Knowing that Kimpton generally runs good properties, we hope they will take another look at this one. It's not well-managed, based on our experience.

Area recommendations
Old Town is charming, historic, full of restaurants and shops. Very convenient.
A Traveller
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 6 Oct 2011

“Wish I could stay longer”

We stayed a day at the Morisson House in old town Alexandria. We were delighted by both the hotel location and the quality of the service. One day is definitely way too short. I wish we could stay longer and I can't wait to be back there. The Morisson House is definitely one of the best hotels I have stayed in the Washington, DC area.

Paulo R from Germany
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 6 Sep 2011

“Good value & convenient location for a near luxury hotel”

The Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel certainly lived up to its Trip Advisor ratings. The staff is very friendly and somewhat efficient. First impressions are of a luxury hotel with valet parking and a concierge. We booked two rooms, one was ready on arrival, so we left our bags and went for lunch. The rooms were not spacious, but very tastefully appointed. Our only problem with the room was that the refrigerators in both rooms did not work. We reported that to the desk, but with no result. Perhaps it had something to do with the previous day’s hurricane, but we expected better. We ate breakfast on both days of our stay and found it good. A previous reviewer thought the breakfast was expensive. It was not cheap, but the quality justified the moderately high prices. No local restaurant offered as good a value. Yes, a McBreakfast is cheaper, but… This is not a hotel for the budget traveler, but it is the best value for those looking for something better than the big chain hotels – and the prices are equal to or below big chain prices.

Area recommendations
The closer you get to the river, the higher the restaurant prices and the lower the quality.
A Traveller from Pretoria, South Africa
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 19 Aug 2011

“Awesome stay”

The hotel is in a great neighborhood, easy access to public transport. I would definitely stay here again.

A Traveller from Orange County, CA
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 18 Jul 2011

“Perfect antique feel in a historic town”

If you think having a real room key is a plus, this is your hotel. Hotel was amazing, staff was also. Location and amenities were unimpeachable. A handwritten note and fresh cookies on my nightstand when i arrived put me over the top.

Area recommendations
Alexandria is so much nicer than the city, and you can metro in for sightseeing.
Lisa A from Albuquerque, NM
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 30 Jun 2011

“Nice, but queen room is small.”

My sister stayed at the Morrison House before and couldn't stop raving about it, she had the kind suite though. We stayed in the queen room because the prices were very high. The room was small and not worth the high dollar amount we paid. There was not a comfortable place in the room to relax. The one wing back type chair in the room was hard and unwelcoming. It was our first stay in a Kimpton hotel and the room enhancements were nice, but the room size was just to small. The bed was very comfortable, great bed linens, nice Aveda shower products and a huge plus was having a rack to put things on in the shower. Great location in Alexandria and a charming place but if you're going to splurge go for the larger room.

A Traveller from Corvallis, OR
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 18 Jun 2011

“Great way to visit old town Alexandria”

I usually stay at larger, more corporate oriented hotels, but wanted something with a little character for myself and my wife. This hotel is a treat. Whatever we needed was supplied quickly and with style. The location, right off duke street in Alexandria, was more than convenient. Everything from the always available butler, to the unobtrusive, but always immediate front desk staff contributed to the visit. We were in town for a full week, and felt at home the whole time.

Area recommendations
Old Towne Alexandria is a great place to walk. It is pet friendly, full of history and easy to get around in by foot. Many historic sites within short walk, including the Church GW attended, the riverfront, several great old neighborhoods dating to colonial times.
Susan R from Dallas Tx
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 21 Apr 2011

“Obvious why this hotel gets consistent high ratings!”

This was a very nice small hotel in Old Town Alexandria. Our room was not huge but well appointed. Because of several receptions, the advertised wine reception was not held. However, the staff offered to either bring wine to our room or serve us a glass of wine in the library! The staff was most attentive-greeting us as we went in and out. I feel that I could go back there in 5 years and they would remember my name.

Area recommendations
Old Town Alexandria is a great place to spend a day or use as a base to explore the Washington area-close to a Metro station, a easy drive to Mount Vernon, and very close to Reagan National Airport. I imagine that it can get very crowded on summer weekends.
When to go
We were in the area just as the Cherry Blossum fesival was ending-missed the peak of the blooms but also missed the peak of the crowds. Enjoyed the weather being a little cooler as well.
Joseph M from Houston, TX
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted 30 Mar 2011

“Love Alexandria!”

What a neat place! Old style hotel with beautiful rooms. Tall bed with bath robes and cookies waiting. Valet parking was fast and easy. Walking distance of the Potomac and and the Metro, not to mention all the neat stops in Old Town.

Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel

116 S Alfred Street Alexandria, 22314 Virginia

Sorry, we're unable to show you a map of location right now.
We have detected you are either using an old browser or one not compatible with our maps.

Nearby Points of Interest

  • Lyceum - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Gadsby's Tavern Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Market Square - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Alexandria City Hall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • John Carlyle House - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Lee-Fendall House - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Old Presbyterian Meeting House - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Athenaeum - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • Alexandria Black History Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
  • Alexandria Presbyterian Church - 3 km / 1.8 mi
  • Oxon Cove and Oxon Hill Farm National Park - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
  • Birchmere - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
  • Fort Foote Park - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi

Location Highlights

  • Airport nearby

The closest major airports to Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel are:

Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) - 4.9 km / 3.1 mi

Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.) - 38.2 km / 23.8 mi

The preferred airport for Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel is Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National).

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.

Nearest Major Airport:

  • Washington, DC, United States (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)

Area:

Alexandria, Virginia, United States of America: Eminently walkable, Old Town Alexandria offers a glimpse of early America through its 4,000 historic homes and businesses. Many visitors begin their tour at the Ramsey House Visitors Center, near the center of Old Town. One highlight is The Athenaeum art gallery, a Greek Revival structure where legendary Civil War Gen. Robert E. Lee once banked. Don’t miss Mount Vernon, George Washington’s estate.

Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel

116 S Alfred Street Alexandria, 22314 Virginia

Most recent booking for this hotel: less than 9 hours ago.
Close