Hotel Nell - Union Market is a boutique hotel in Washington D.C.'s Union Market District. It occupies the former Bolgiano Seed Company building, featuring an industrial-chic design that acknowledges the area's history and culture. This property caters to both business and leisure travelers. Guests have easy access to Union Market's dining and cultural attractions. The hotel offers design-centric accommodations and is located in a vibrant urban setting.
Should you book Hotel Nell - Union Market?
An industrial-chic hotel in the lively Union Market area with multiple dining options and pet-friendly amenities.
Best for
- Exploring Union Market
- Business and leisure travelers
- Design enthusiasts
- Pet owners
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a quiet, secluded location
- Travelers preferring extensive on-site leisure facilities
Historic building
This hotel is housed in the former Bolgiano Seed Company building, preserving its industrial past. The interior design combines this heritage with a modern, chic aesthetic, reflecting the dynamic culture of Washington D.C.'s Union Market District.
Dining and nightlife
Explore three distinct venues on site: Treehouse Rooftop for global cuisine and cocktails, Bolgiano's café for farm-fresh breakfast, and Singing Tiger for Asian flavors and cocktails.
Room design
Accommodations feature an industrial-chic, moody minimalist style. All rooms include complimentary WiFi, Serta beds, Amazon Alexa, blackout curtains, and air conditioning.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wifi
- Baggage storage
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
Great for your stay
- 2 restaurants
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Activities
- Cooking class Additional charge
- Happy hour Additional charge
Media & Technology
- TV
Location
411 New York Avenue Northeast, Northeast, Washington, D.C., DC 20002, United States, Washington, District of Columbia
Hotel Nell - Union Market is located in Washington, District of Columbia.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Union Market at 0.2 mi; the nearest metro station, NoMa–Gallaudet U, is 0.4 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Union Marketmarket0.2 mi
- Brentwood Parkpark0.2 mi
- Alethia Tanner Parkpark0.2 mi
- Glenwood Cemetery Mortuary Chapelplace of worship0.9 mi
- Saint Aloysius Gonzaga Churchplace of worship0.9 mi
Getting around
- NoMa–Gallaudet Umetro station0.4 mi
- Rhode Island Avenue–Brentwoodmetro station0.7 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 620 guest reviews
Hotel Nell earns consistently warm praise for its characterful industrial-chic design, genuinely friendly staff, and the convenience of multiple on-site dining options including a rooftop bar. However, some rooms are notably small and poorly soundproofed, showers run weak and barely warm, and practical gaps — no gym, no room-service delivery, challenging parking, and a 14-minute walk to the nearest subway — mean it falls short for guests with specific accessibility or comfort needs. Overall sentiment is positive and the hotel is seen as good value, but travellers should set realistic expectations about room size and urban noise.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 16 · average 9
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Reviews scoring 7–9: 14 · average 7.7
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
- Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dining options at Hotel Nell - Union Market?
The hotel has three on-site venues: Treehouse Rooftop for global cuisine and cocktails, Bolgiano's café for breakfast, and Singing Tiger for Asian flavors and drinks.
Does the hotel offer parking?
Yes, private parking is available on site and requires a reservation. The cost is US$45 per day.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers pet-friendly rooms.
What types of rooms are available?
Room options include Full Express, Classic Queen, Classic Two Twins, Sublevel Queen, Grand King, and various accessible and family rooms, including a King Suite.
Does the hotel have a bar?
Yes, there is a bar on site. Treehouse Rooftop and Singing Tiger also offer cocktails.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available at the on-site café, Bolgiano's.
What amenities are in the rooms?
All rooms include complimentary WiFi, Serta beds, Amazon Alexa, blackout curtains, and air conditioning. Specific amenities vary by room type.
Does the hotel have facilities for disabled guests?
Yes, the hotel offers facilities for disabled guests and provides ADA-accessible room options, including roll-in showers.
Can I book meeting or event spaces?
Yes, the hotel has business and meeting facilities available for booking.
What is the hotel's design concept?
The hotel features an industrial-chic aesthetic, housed in the historic former Bolgiano Seed Company building, honoring the neighborhood's past while embracing its cultural scene.