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Salamander Washington DC

5.0 star property

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Front of property
Indoor pool
Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite | Living area
Bethune Suite | View from room
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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1330 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC, 20024
  • Place, National Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of African American History and Culture
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, White House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Double Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Double Queen Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Double Queen Roll In

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View King Roll In

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Diplomat Suite | View from room

Diplomat Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mayor Suite

Mayor Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, pay films

Ambassador Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Bethune Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Balcony One Bedroom Suite

Deluxe Balcony One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Marina View One Bedroom Suite | Living area

Marina View One Bedroom Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Marina View One Bedroom Suite Accessible Roll In | Living area

Marina View One Bedroom Suite Accessible Roll In

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Water View One Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View One Bedroom Suite

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Water View King Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Water View Double Queen Room

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View Double Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View Double Queen Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite | View from room

Studio Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King and Queen Connecting Rooms

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe King and Queen Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Water View King and Queen Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Water View 2-Bedroom Suite

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Premier Water View 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Marina View 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite

Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Bethune 3-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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About the area

Washington

With a stay at Salamander Washington DC, you'll be centrally located in Washington, a 7-minute walk from National Mall and 11 minutes by foot from Jefferson Memorial. .This luxury hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Washington Monument and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from National Museum of African American History and Culture.

What's nearby

  • National Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of African American History and Culture - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Washington Monument - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capital One Arena - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • White House - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Smithsonian Station - 6 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 9 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin’ - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tiki TNT - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Salamander Washington DC

Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Salamander Washington DC offers 373 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Refrigerators, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an indoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Salamander Spa has 14 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Stay in one of 373 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club and an indoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Grab a bite at The Lounge, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Washington? This hotel has 36000 square feet (3344 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 16 meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Lounge - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Dōgon - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 86.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 30 to 39 for adults and USD 22 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Dōgon
  • The Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 36,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 14 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100.00 and a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 30 to 39 for adults, and USD 22 to 22 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 86.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay plus USD 100.00 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Washington D.C.
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Reviews

Salamander Washington DC Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 799 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1019 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Felisha

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room has an unclean odor, tub looks nasty, I wouldn’t sit in it; shower looks disgusting, thankfully I have my shower shoes, room needs obvious makeover. I was interested in in room dining, but the room has turned me off. It’s just one night, I can make it. I use to better quality when staying in a five star location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Madison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I travel quite often and Salamander DC is my new favorite hotel. True attention to detail and quality throughout. Professional courteous staff, luxury beds and bedding, in room nespresso machine, soundproofed rooms, elegant bathrooms - even the spa like scent in the main areas is transcendent. Upgrade to the deluxe water view if you can. I also appreciate the hotels proximity to The Wharf where we enjoyed amazing meals and Wed night live music on the floating dock. A wonderful experience all around. You will leave feeling spoiled.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samoane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay at the Salamander.

I loved everything about this hotel stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnetta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guest service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, facility, amenities and friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

STEFANIA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Booked two rooms for one night via Expedia and had to extend our stay. They extended our stay at their rates, substantially higher that Expedia and when asked for them to match the price, they declined because there are no rooms available and Expedia is displaying the wrong information. Manager Eskodar at the front desk was rude and noted that “we’re lucky they extended our stay” because the rooms on Expedia don’t exist. Horrible customer service for a manager to tell me that I’m lucky to stay at the property - how about thank you for staying with us - should be retrained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property staff were incredibly accommodating friendly and helpful. The only issue was the waitresses were non existent anytime you needed a drink or for someone to take your order.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caring For You

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie, Midlothian

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at the Salamander DC!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzette

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Salamander is my happy place!!

The guest experience at this beautiful hotel really exceeded my expectations. Mr. Gonzalo Patino ( Front Office Mgr) who was very kind and empathetic patiently listened to my grievances and within a few minutes, solved the problem. I have to mention by name some of the wonderful staff like Sabrina & Alexandra who made my checking in and checking out a breeze. To Malik, Dewayne who carefully handled my luggage (even though I changed my room) and Felipe you always had a smile at the door and greeted me going in and coming out to Dolly and Natalia, who served me at the dining area (delicious breakfast)with such grace and poise thank you all for being AMAZING.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this property. It was conveniently located in downtown DC and close to many museums & restaurants. I will certainly return to this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Place to stay

Get away trip right before 4th of July for my husband and I. We had a great experience. Staff was friendly, helpful and courteous. Everything was very well cleaned and maintained. Close to Metro station, area was beautiful and safe. Close to museums and nearby restaurants. Planning to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025