My husband and I spent a few days in DC in June. We loved the Palomar. It is centrally located (River North section of the city), easily accessible to CTA (Chicago Transit Authority's buses and subway), and has a tasty restaurant, Sable, which has a large, lively bar and a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Our room was large, immaculate, and well-furnished in a warm and contemporary style.
Go for the King Spa Premier room over the King Deluxe room. The former is almost 500 sqft, has large seating area (a full sofa with armchairs & desk), high ceilings, and killer Japanese style porcelain tub for two with jets; if you're a "soaker," this is your Mecca).
The staff was very helpful and friendly.
I wouldn't hesitate!
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