Old Town Alexandria
Casually elegant boutique with a strong local-artisan identity. Warm, design-forward interiors mixing concrete desk surfaces, peacock-blue ottomans, and ombré art wallcovering. The vibe is 'hosting a dinner party' rather than corporate hotel.
Book a corner king or balcony king for natural light and street/courtyard views
Why It Matters
Only full-service hotel spa in Alexandria. The property has history as a Kimpton, then Lorien, now Archer — each iteration has kept the loyal local clientele while the Archer rebrand added signature boutique touches like nightly locally curated treats and a daily sweet surprise. The terrace suites are genuinely special, with outdoor furnished spaces up to 790 sq ft.
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria is a 107-room boutique hotel on the famed King Street Mile, formerly the Lorien Hotel & Spa for 15 years before LodgeWorks Partners acquired it for $30 million and relaunched it under the Archer brand in July 2024. Think casually elegant: a handsome five-story brick building centered around a brick courtyard, rooms dressed in signature green-and-blue ombré wallcovering, Frette robes, Nespresso machines, and handmade caramels from a Roanoke artisan waiting bedside each night. Two blocks from the King St-Old Town Metro station and 3.6 miles from Reagan National Airport, it's the most convenient upscale base for both DC visitors and DMV-area staycationers.
Where You'll Stay
12 room types available
Ambassador Suite With Terrace
A studio-style VIP suite with the headline feature being a sprawling 790 sq ft furnished terrace with lounge seating for six and dining for six — perfect for a girlfriend getaway or gathering. King platform bed, spa-inspired bathroom with large clawfoot tub and adjacent shower. Sleeps 2.
King · 40 sqm
Archer's Den
A genuine one-bedroom suite at 549 sq ft. Separate living area with tweed sofa sleeper or sectional sofa sleeper, peacock blue tufted ottoman, and 42-inch HDTV. Private bedroom with king platform bed. Large white-tiled bathroom with an oversized clawfoot soaking tub and adjacent walk-in shower. Sleeps 4.
King · 51 sqmArcher's Suite With Terrace
One-bedroom suite with a private furnished terrace. Separate living area with tweed sofa sleeper or sectional sofa sleeper, modern wingback chair, peacock blue tufted ottoman. Private bedroom with king platform bed. Large walk-in shower. Sleeps 4.
King · 57 sqm
Balcony King
French doors open onto a private furnished balcony with courtyard views — the most charming room type for anyone who wants fresh air and an Old Town feel. King platform bed, desk and chair, walk-in shower behind an opaque sliding door. Sleeps 2.
King · 31 sqmClassic King
The entry-level king room, and honestly a solid one. King platform bed set against the signature green-and-blue ombré art wallcovering, concrete work desk, white-tiled bathroom with walk-in shower and gray concrete vanity. Sleeps 2.
King · 26 sqmCorner King
Two walls of windows overlooking historic King Street give this room its best feature: natural light all day. Modern wingback chairs for extra seating, king platform bed with ombré wallcovering, concrete desk. White-tiled bathroom with walk-in shower behind an opaque glass door. Sleeps 2.
King · 38 sqmDiplomat Suite With Terrace
A 660 sq ft suite with open living and dining area featuring taupe sectional sofa sleeper, burgundy-red wingback chair, and a dining niche with table and crushed velvet banquette. French doors open to a 755 sq ft furnished terrace (a portable bar can be added). Private bedroom with king bed. Spacious tiled rain shower. Sleeps 4.
King · 61 sqmDouble Queen
Two plush queen platform beds with five-star bedding, modern nightstands, and a lengthy concrete desk. Light and contemporary décor. White-tiled bathroom with gray concrete vanity and tub-shower combo. Accessible variant available. Sleeps 4.
Two Queens · 31 sqmKing Claw Foot Tub
The spa-minded guest's pick among the non-suite rooms. A large clawfoot soaking tub sits in a modern white-tiled bathroom alongside an adjacent walk-in shower. King platform bed, upholstered side chair, concrete desk. Sleeps 2.
King · 37 sqmKing Deluxe
A step up in space from the classic king, with a king platform bed against the signature mural, upholstered chair for lounging, oversized concrete desk, and a roomy bright bathroom with walk-in shower. Sleeps 2.
King · 31 sqm
King Rain Shower
Same comfortable king deluxe layout but with an oversized spa-inspired rain shower as the headline feature. King platform bed, concrete desk, upholstered chair, 42-inch HDTV. Sleeps 2.
King · 36 sqmPresidential Suite With Terrace
The top of the house at 780 sq ft. Large living area with pillow-clad sofa-sleeper sectional, dining/conference table for six, built-in bar/credenza with refrigeration. French doors to a 730 sq ft alfresco terrace with lounge and dining seating. Separate private bedroom with king bed. Walk-in shower. Sleeps 4.
King · 72 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Daily happy hour at AKB hotel bar with $6 draft beers, $9 wines by the glass, $8 house cocktails, $2 off all shareables. Daily specials include 50% off wine by the bottle on Wednesdays.
King St-Old Town Metro station is two blocks from the hotel. Blue and Yellow lines connect guests directly to Reagan National Airport (2 stops) and downtown DC monuments and museums.
Hotel hosts offer curated walking routes through Old Town Alexandria — historic row houses, Torpedo Factory Art Center, Old Town waterfront, seasonal markets, and galleries. All on foot from the front door.
Archer Hotel offers a virtual 360-degree tour of the Alexandria property, schedulable through the website.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary business services available. Meeting and event spaces total 8,180 sq ft indoor and 5,705 sq ft outdoor.
Complimentary overnight shoeshine service.
Wireless internet access complimentary throughout the hotel and in all guest rooms and suites.
8,180 sq ft of indoor event space and 5,705 sq ft of outdoor event space. Largest venue accommodates up to 125 guests for a reception.
On-site mini market for snacks and beverages.
Charming historic-style brick courtyard at the heart of the property — a rare outdoor feature on this stretch of King Street.
One dog under 50 pounds per room welcome with a $150 fee. All service dogs welcome at no charge.
There is no pool or hot tub at this property.
Electric vehicle charging stations available via valet parking.
Valet garage parking only — self-parking not available. $25 per day or event; $45 per overnight. Pull up on King Street and the bell team assists. EV charging available via valet.
Complimentary fitness studio with Peloton bike, spin bikes, ellipticals, treadmills, and free weights. Adjacent to the spa floor.
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