By Regina Sass
Hotels in Washington, DC
Washington DC gets a wide range of visitors, from tourists to international business travelers and diplomats and there is just as wide a variety of hotels. Whether the visitor is looking for an economical hotel near the airport for a quick overnight stay, a hotel that can host a business meeting or a top of the line luxury hotel for a once in a lifetime vacation, Washington DC can accomodate.
2 star Hotels
The State Plaza Hotel is located on the campus of George Washington University in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood . It is conveniently located just a couple of minutes from the National Mall, half a mile from the JFK Center and 5 miles from Ronald Reagan Airport. The State Plaza is an all suite hotel with high speed internet and full kitchens. There is an on-site restaurant, fitness center and 1,600 square feet of meeting space.
State Plaza Hotel
2117 E Street, N.W.
Washington D.C. 20037
tel: (202) 861-8200
stateplaza.com/
3 Star Hotels
The Washington Court Hotel is just two blocks from Union Station and three from the Capitol. The more than 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space make the Washington Court a favorite for business conferences and social events. There is an on site fitness center, valet parking and two choices for dining. The Bistro 525 is a full service restaurant and the Federal City Bar is the place for drinks and relaxation.
The Washington Court Hotel
525 New Jersey Avenue NW
Washington DC 20001
tel: (202) 628-2100
washingtoncourthotel.com
4 Star Hotels
The Hay-Adams Hotel is just across from the White House with 124 rooms and 21 suites. There are two dining options, the Lafayette Room which serves contemporary American dishes and the Off the Record Bar for a more casual atmosphere. The hotel also has 24-hour room service. The business center is open 24 hours. High speed Internet is in each room. Meeting rooms can accommodate up to 225 participants.
The Hay-Adams Hotel
800 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
tel: (202) 638-6600
hayadams.com
5 Star Hotels
The Ritz Carlton, Georgetown is the ultimate in luxury. There is a full service spa complete with steam room and sauna, a fitness center and three dining choices. The Lobby Lounge is the place to enjoy a drink or a light meal. The Fahrenheit Restaurant is up scale and modern, serving dishes from the different regions of the country. The Degrees Bar & Lounge is retro, going back to the look and feel of the 1940s.
The Ritz Carlton, Georgetown
3100 South Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20007
tel: (202) 912-4100
ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Georgetown/Default.htm
About the Author:
Regina Sass is based in the Adirondack Region of New York State. She has been a writer for 10 years writing for publications in the real estate and retail industries. Online experience includes writing,advertising and editing for an educational web site. Sass is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists.
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