Stayed here for 2 nights in January 2007 for a conference. When I tried to check in they stated they were over booked and tried to put me in other hotels in the city for the first night!! I didn;t want to travel to a new hotel, so I had to stay in my colleague's room that first night. They were apologetic and willing to pay for the first night and transportation costs, etc. But VERY unprofessional.
The room and decor was nice. It was relatively quiet, although I was on the 3rd floor and could hear street traffic at times. The hotel is pretty close to many DC tourist sites, but not the best for walking. You usually need to take public transportation (there is a Metro station near by). The hotel restaurant and bar are good, but expensive and not really worth it.
The biggest down sides = 1) They didn't have a room for me, 2) They charge $14 for access to the gym, 3) They charge $10 per day for internet, 4) The hotel is located in the capital/business district, so it is not a "fun" or "hip" area at all. In fact, on the weekends it is completely DEAD. There are very few restaurants or cafes nearby and no cute shops or neighborhoods to walk around. You really have to travel to Georgetown or Dupont Circle for any type of people-watching, shopping, "cool factor" or nightlife. Not worth the money
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