About this Location

Facility Overview

Colonial Parking at 1120 Connecticut Ave NW provides professional, covered garage parking located in the epicenter of Washington, D.C.’s Golden Triangle Business Improvement District. Serving the prominent commercial office tower at 1120 Connecticut Avenue, this underground parking deck offers sheltered, weather-protected stalls that shield vehicles from midday summer heat and winter freezing conditions. The garage layout is structured for seamless self-parking and attendant assistance during peak business rush hours. Vehicle clearance is restricted by subterranean ceilings (typically posted at 6\'2\"), making it ideal for compact sedans, standard passenger cars, and midsize crossovers. Drivers operating full-size lifted pickup trucks, high-roof conversion vans, or vehicles equipped with rooftop cargo carriers should check their vertical dimensions before entering.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated directly along Connecticut Avenue NW between L Street and M Street, this garage places drivers right in the heart of Midtown D.C.\'s business, retail, and culinary district:

Farragut Square & Golden Triangle: Less than a 3-minute walk (0.1 miles) south, home to prime corporate offices, law firms, and lobbying headquarters.
The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection: Situated just across Connecticut Avenue, roughly a 1-minute walk away.
Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle: Located 3 blocks northeast on Rhode Island Avenue (approx. a 5-minute walk).
National Geographic Museum: Situated just a short 4-minute stroll east along M Street NW.
Dupont Circle: Just a 7- to 8-minute walk north along Connecticut Avenue, offering iconic indie bookstores, galleries, bistros, and diverse nightlife.
Downtown Dining: Directly surrounded by premier restaurants including The Palm, Morton\'s The Steakhouse, Daily Grill, and numerous quick-casual eateries.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The garage can be reached via Connecticut Avenue NW and adjacent cross streets such as L Street NW and DeSales Street NW. Motorists navigating downtown Washington should take note of standard one-way directional street grids and peak-hour reversible turn lanes. After parking, visitors enjoy exceptional public transit connectivity: the Farragut North Metro Station (serving the Red Line) entrance is located less than a block away, while the Farragut West Metro Station (Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines) is just a 4-minute walk south at 17th & I Streets. Major thoroughfares such as K Street NW, 16th Street NW, and Massachusetts Avenue NW provide convenient driving routes toward Interstate 66, Route 50, and the George Washington Memorial Parkway.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered Multi-Level Garage: Full weather protection against rain, snow, and summer sun.
Digital Payment Options: Contactless pay stations accepting major credit cards, debit cards, and reservation apps like ParkMobile and SpotHero.
Accessible ADA Parking: Designated ADA-compliant stalls placed conveniently adjacent to elevator banks.
Lighting & Surveillance: Well-lit parking bays, stairwells, and secure keycard/ticketed gate systems.
Pedestrian Elevator Access: Direct elevator connections between parking decks and the main building lobby.

Ideal For

Midtown & K Street Commuters: Professionals seeking predictable, secure daily parking near major legal, financial, and government affairs offices.
Hotel Guests & Event Attendees: Visitors attending conferences, receptions, or staying at The Mayflower Hotel and nearby boutique lodgings.
Dupont Circle & Midtown Diners: Evening visitors heading to fine dining and entertainment along Connecticut Avenue and M Street.
Metro Transfers: Commuters wanting to leave their car near Red Line transit hubs to travel into Maryland or across D.C.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Take advantage of Early Bird parking rates by arriving before 9:00 AM on weekdays. Downtown D.C. streets experience severe congestion during the morning (7:30 AM – 9:30 AM) and evening (4:30 PM – 6:30 PM) rush hours, so plan for extra travel time along K Street and Connecticut Avenue. Ensure antennas and rooftop cargo are folded or removed before descending into the garage to prevent overhead clearance scrapes.