This odd-shaped hotel sits next to the Kennedy Center and is most famous as the site where the Watergate break-in occurred, leading to President Richard Nixon's resignation. Elegance prevails at the hotel, with its black and white marble floors, lavish Asian rugs, antiques and lobby waterfall. The newly renovated guestrooms were formerly apartments and are spacious. Many have balconies overlooking the Potomac River. The Watergate complex includes offices and luxury apartments, where many celebrities and political notables reside.
Across the Potomac River from Georgetown, is the business district of Rosslyn, Virginia. With its convenient location, and stunning views of the city, Hyatt Arlington is an ideal place to stay while here on business or pleasure. Walk across Key Bridge into historic Georgetown, take the Metro into Washington or travel the George Washington Parkway to Old Town Alexandria. All the usual conveniences of a Hyatt are offered at this high-rise hotel. The hotel offers business travelers spacious rooms that feel almost like home. Each comes with high-speed Internet access. But the leisure traveler will feel comfortable here as well, although you may not get the tradition DC feel at this spot (it is surrounded by skyscrapers).
From the stunning, marble encased lobby lit by opulent chandeliers, to the stylish guest rooms, the Marriott is pure luxury. JW Marriott Pennsylvania Avenue is located just three blocks from the White House and is connected to a mall with more than 80 shops and restaurants. Its downtown location provides easy access to businesses, government buildings and tourist attractions. It is a popular hotel for conventions due to its large size and abundance of meeting space.
Since its opening in 1925, The Mayflower Hotel has been a prime spot for presidents and visiting dignitaries. Among the who's who on the historic guest list are Franklin Delano Roosevelt and J. Edgar Hoover. The rooms look like they were designed for the elite of nations (although for a price anyone can enjoy the luxury of one of DC's finest hotels). The hotel is on the list of Historic Hotels of America, and is located near the White House and some of the Smithsonian museums. Many government offices and businesses are close by and several of the city's finest restaurants and shops are also within walking distance.
Connected to the Fashion Center at Pentagon City, some of the area's finest shopping is literally at the doorstep of this elegant hotel. Stroll through three stories of department and boutique stores, sip a cappuccino in the atrium or sample international cuisine in the Food Court. Enjoy the traditional excellent service and accommodations of Ritz-Carlton while only minutes away from Washington DC. Club-level rooms have views of capital city or northern Virginia. The Metro station is just outside the hotel. Massages and personal trainers are available for a fee. Each room has a fax machine, terry cloth bathrobe, hair dryer and voice mail system.
Find perfection at this Dupont Circle bed and breakfast inn. Designed and built in 1883 by a prominent Washington artist, the inn has decorated each bedroom with a unique, luxurious theme. Some rooms have fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs. Although technically a bed and breakfast, the Swann House caters to a business clientele, with a full range of services and meeting rooms. The inn is just 12 blocks from the White House.