We wanted to be near all the major DC attractions. The HGI was indeed the perfect location for our family getaway, 2 blocks away from the White house and within walking distance of the all the museums situated on the Mall and 6 blocks away from the Verizon Center. The staff was welcoming. Front desk very efficent. Maids polite and friendly. The hotel has an indoor pool which the kids loved after a day visiting. The room was standard size and well appointed with a large flat screen tv and free Internet. The parking fee is expansive ($30/night), so we used it only on the first night and took advantage of free parking on the street during the weekend to save some $. The Metro is just accross the street. The neighboorhood is clean and safe, so we would definitely go back to the Hilton Garden Inn at Franklin Square.
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