Washington, DC Hotels in the Suburbs

Washington, DC Hotels in the Suburbs
The suburbs of Washington D.C. sprawl around the capital beltway, spanning two states and the Potomac River. Weekday traffic can require nerves of steel to navigate at times, but luckily the DC Metro system of subways and trains can get you to the city's most popular destinations with ease. The DC suburbs are host to hundreds of chain, resort, spa, boutique, and historic hotels; these are a few of the highlights.

Lorien Hotel and Spa

The Lorien Hotel and Spa is located just across the river from the nation's capital and in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Old Town features some of the best restaurants, shopping and historic ambiance outside of downtown D.C. The Lorien is a luxury hotel offering immaculate rooms by renowned interior designer Vincente Wolf, signature dining at BRABO by Chef Robert Weidmaier, and a world class spa featuring a full range of rejuvenating experiences. Other perks include wireless Internet, valet parking, fitness center, and the convenience of being one block from the King Street Metro which can get you into downtown D.C. in just 10 minutes.

Lorien Hotel and Spa
1600 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
877.956.7436
www.lorienhotelandspa.com
Rates: $140 to $379

The Legacy Hotel

Conveniently situated just outside the beltway, The Legacy Hotel offers a superior boutique experience while not sacrificing modern amenities. Each room includes a flat screen HDTV, iPod clock radio, safety deposit box, terry cloth robes, and spacious bathrooms adorned with granite countertops. Dining options in the hotel include the regional favorite Phillips Seafood Restaurant, and dozens of other shops, and restaurants located within walking distance. The Legacy Hotel offers a shuttle to anywhere within five miles including the Twinbrook Metro Station which is just a few stops from downtown D.C.

The Legacy Hotel
1775 Rockville Pike
Rockville, Maryland 20852
301-881-2300
www.thelegacyrockville.com
Rates: $177 to $279

The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner

The Ritz is synonymous with luxury and their location in Tysons Corner is no different. Located adjacent to the Capital Beltway, and a short drive from Dulles International, Tysons Corner is home to world class shopping, and dining. The Ritz-Carlton's 398 rooms, 50 suites and 34 club level rooms come with wireless Internet, town car service, fitness center, and sauna, 37" HDTVs, and iPod docking stations. Furthermore, the hotel was recently renovated to reduce waste and energy use which resulted in it becoming one of the first hotels to be Virginia Green Lodging Certified.

The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner
1700 Tysons Boulevard
McLean, Virginia 22102
703.506.4300
www.ritzcarlton.com
Rates: $339 to $459

Article Written By Jack Sterling

Jack Sterling has been writing freelance since 2008 on topics such as travel, tile and stone, technology, nonprofit business, home design and politics. He graduated from Towson University with Bachelor of Science degrees in political science and electronic media and film. He has over eight years of experience in the tile and stone business.

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