Yours Truly DC’s music and retail offerings: record shop, in-room turntables and Groom Guy
Yours Truly DC includes a small on-site record shop called El Donut Shoppe, offers select suites with in-room turntables and curated vinyl, and houses an on-site barber called Groom Guy. These music and grooming features are part of the hotel's lifestyle amenities alongside Mercy Me and Call Your Mother dining outlets.
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El Donut Shoppe — the hotel's record shop
Yours Truly DC operates an on-site record shop called El Donut Shoppe where guests can browse vinyl while at the hotel. The shop is described in the property's amenities and local coverage as part of the hotel's music-forward offerings.
El Donut Shoppe ties into Mercy Me's music programming and the hotel's listening-room concept; the hotel also references the shop in materials about in-room vinyl and the private dining listening room. Photo 41 shows a DJ handling vinyl and a wall of records, which fits the hotel's record-focused spaces.
- Name: El Donut Shoppe (on-site record store)
- Connection to hotel music events and Mercy Me listening room
- Records available for browsing and loan to play in rooms (see in-room turntables section)
| Feature | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Browsing | Physical vinyl selection on site |
| Link to events | Supports Mercy Me listening room and occasional DJs |
| Loan policy | Select vinyl can be played on in-room turntables (availability varies) |
In-room turntables and curated vinyl in select suites
Some suites at Yours Truly DC include record players with curated vinyl for guests to play during their stay. The hotel notes that select suites come stocked with records to encourage an immersive, music-focused stay.
If a turntable or records are important to your stay, request confirmation at booking or with the front desk on arrival—availability is limited to select suites and may vary by date and room type. Photo 49 shows a person handling a vinyl near a turntable, illustrating the in-room listening experience the hotel offers.
- Turntables: available in select suites (not every room)
- Vinyl: curated selection provided in-suite or via El Donut Shoppe
- How to arrange: confirm when booking or contact the 24-hour front desk
| Room note | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Select suites | In-room record player and curated vinyl (subject to availability) |
| Standard rooms | No guaranteed in-room turntable unless confirmed |
| Requesting | Ask front desk or mention at reservation |
Mercy Me's listening room and live-music tie-ins
Mercy Me, the hotel's South American-inspired restaurant and bar, includes a dedicated 12-seat private dining listening room tucked inside an old vinyl shop area. That room is decorated with turntables and a Condesa mixer and can host private dining where you or a DJ can select music for the space.
Mercy Me also runs scheduled live-music nights (forró, samba and similar events are listed in the hotel's dining materials), so guests who like the hotel's record-shop and in-room turntable offerings will find musical programming at Mercy Me that complements them.
- 12-seat private listening room inside Mercy Me with turntables and mixer
- Mercy Me kitchen hours: Sun–Thu 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; Fri–Sat 5:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Mercy Me bar hours: Sun–Thu 4:00 PM–11:00 PM; Fri–Sat 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
- Reservations: Mercy Me accepts reservations (OpenTable) and the El Chalet patio is bookable separately
| Offering | Details |
|---|---|
| Private listening room | 12 seats, decorated with turntables, available for private dining |
| Live music | Recurring themed music nights listed by the venue |
| Outdoor patio | El Chalet patio available for reservations and private bookings |
Groom Guy — on-site barber services
Yours Truly DC includes an on-site barber shop called Groom Guy that offers haircuts and premium personal-care products. The barbershop is listed among the property's lifestyle amenities and is intended as a convenient grooming option for staying guests.
Groom Guy is a standalone amenity inside the hotel; if you need an appointment or a specific service, contact the hotel concierge or front desk to check availability and scheduling. Photo 33 shows a private grooming or salon treatment room that matches the type of space Groom Guy uses.
- Name: Groom Guy (on-site barber shop)
- Services: haircuts and premium grooming products (specific services and hours not listed here)
- Booking: ask concierge or front desk for appointments
| What | How to arrange |
|---|---|
| Barber services | Request via front desk/concierge |
| Product retail | Premium personal-care items available at Groom Guy |
| Timing | Hours not specified here—confirm with hotel |
How the music and grooming features fit your stay
These amenities are part of the hotel's lifestyle positioning and work alongside the two on-site dining options (Mercy Me and Call Your Mother), the Peloton-equipped fitness center, and meeting/wedding spaces. They are meant for convenience and added experiences without leaving the property.
Because some features are limited (turntables in select suites, appointment-based grooming), check availability before arrival if either is a priority. The hotel's 24-hour front desk and concierge can confirm details, and reservations or advance requests are recommended.
- Confirm in-room turntable availability when booking (select suites only)
- Book Groom Guy appointments through the front desk or concierge
- Use El Donut Shoppe for browsing or borrowing vinyl to play in eligible rooms
| Amenity | Best action before arrival |
|---|---|
| In-room turntable | Request/confirm at booking or call front desk |
| Groom Guy barber | Ask concierge to schedule an appointment |
| El Donut Shoppe | Visit during lobby hours or ask staff about borrowing records |
Practical notes and where to verify details
The hotel lists these music and grooming offerings in its amenity descriptions, but availability and hours can change. For firm details about Mercy Me hours, El Donut Shoppe operations, in-room turntables, or Groom Guy scheduling, contact the hotel directly or check the specific venue pages.
Yours Truly DC's address and general hotel services (24-hour front desk, concierge, fitness center, rooms and event spaces) are documented in the hotel's public materials—use those channels to get the most current information before you travel.
- Hotel address: 1143 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
- BookResorts agent phone (24/7): +1 (888) 605-1350
- Confirm specialty amenity availability with front desk or concierge
| Info | Where to verify |
|---|---|
| Mercy Me hours & reservations | Mercy Me website / OpenTable |
| Groom Guy appointments | Hotel front desk/concierge |
| In-room turntable in suites | Reservation notes / front desk confirmation |
