Washington, D.C. is the capitol of the United States. It is located in the eastern U.S. between the borders of Virginia and Maryland. The "D.C." in the city's name stands for "District of Columbia," which is the former name for the entirety of land occupied by the city. The terms "Washington, D.C." and "D.C." are synonymous and refer to the same city. The city of Washington D.C. serves as the seat of the United States government and is also commonly referred to as "The Capitol." However, within the city itself the term "The Capitol" refers to the United States Capitol, the building complex that is the meeting place of the U.S. Congress and the home of the federal government. Millions of people travel to Washington D.C. each year to visit such attractions as the White House and the array of government monuments throughout the city. Other attractions include the Library of Congress, the Smithsonian Museum, the National Museum of Natural history and the National Air and Space Museum. There are several options available to those looking for hotel accommodations near the Capitol.
The Hotel George offers luxury hotel accommodations in the city's downtown, approximately 10 minutes by foot from the Capital building. The facility offers 139 rooms, include Queen Deluxe Rooms, King Deluxe Rooms, double bed rooms and luxury suites. All rooms at the Hotel George feature private bathrooms, flat screen plasma televisions, air conditioning and DVD players. In-room amenities include a dining service, spa service and complimentary yoga program. The hotel is pet friendly and entirely non-smoking. Guests are welcome to make use of the on-site fitness center and meetings, corporate events and weddings are welcome. The hotel is a short walk from the Smithsonian Institute, Union Station, National Gallery of Art, Verizon Center and Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Reservations are available on-line.
Hotel George Washington DC
15 E Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
202-347-4200
www.hotelgeorge.com
Capitol Hill Suites offers affordable hotel accommodations just a short walk from the Capitol. The hotel offers 152 large suites featuring complimentary high-speed wireless Internet, flat screen HDTVs, private bathrooms, equipped kitchen facilities, DVD players and workspaces. Amenities include an on-site fitness room, business center and self service laundry facilities. A complimentary breakfast is served daily to guests. Washington D.C. attractions such as Nationals Baseball Stadium, the Smithsonian Institute, the U.S. Supreme Court and the American Indian Museum are just blocks from the hotel's front door. Large groups are welcome. Reservations at Capitol Hill Suites can be made on-line.
Capitol Hill Suites
200 C Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
202-543-6000
www.capitolhillsuites.com
The Liaison Capitol Hill hotel is located two blocks from the front of the Capitol just north of Lower Senate Park. The hotel offers 343 guest rooms which feature HDTVs, air conditioning and work spaces with free high speed wireless Internet access. Regional cuisine is served throughout the day at the on-site restaurant. The Liaison Capitol Hill features a business center and a seasonal rooftop pool. The hotel is a 10 minute walk from numerous attractions including the Washington Mall, the White House, the National Museum of National History and the Library of Congress. Large groups and corporate events are welcomed. Reservations for the Liaison Capitol Hill can be made on-line.
The Liaison Capitol Hill
415 New Jersey Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC -
202-638-1616
www.affina.com
