she burned so bright
Get ready for our new chapter, where The Beacon will shine brighter and more independently than ever before. As Alice once said, “Don’t be afraid to be different. In a world full of copies, be an original”.
A new era is dawning at Dupont Circle. The Beacon Hotel is being reimagined with a bold and vibrant new energy, inspired by the spirit of our muse Alice Roosevelt. The eldest daughter of Theodore Roosevelt was unconventional and independent – a beacon of the maverick spirit that always inspired America. Our hotel pays homage to such spirit – a space that is abundant with cosmopolitan sophistication, hints of playfulness and a sense of possibility at every turn.
A NEW ERA FOR
Dupont Circle
Get ready for our new chapter, where The Beacon will shine brighter and more independently than ever before. As Alice once said, “Don’t be afraid to be different. In a world full of copies, be an original”.
See D.C. in a new light. Our refreshed rooms and suites are coming soon — designed for those who crave style, comfort, and a little bit of spark. Think modern finishes, luxe touches, and an atmosphere that feels as inspiring as the city outside your window.
Crafted for a new generation of restless independents, the newly renovated Beacon will take inspiration from a lifetime of adventure
and travel. Crossing borders, challenging conventions and breaking rules as we celebrate the unquenchable hunger for life that drives the world’s most liberated spirits.
Fiercely independent, strikingly original, and emboldened by an irrepressible spirit that even a president couldn’t control.
Alice Roosevelt’s singular life eclipsed the boundaries set for her by social convention. Our transformation also includes the newly renovated Princess Alice Ballroom, designed to elevate meetings, celebrations, and gatherings with a renewed sense of character, flexibility, and polish—perfectly suited for moments worth remembering.
Alice used to race around Washington D.C. in fast cars with her suitors and a pet snake in her purse. Fortunately, guests at The Beacon are just a short
