Stretching from Capitol Hill to the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., the National Mall offers an extensive network of walking paths in a park-like setting. Staying at one of the hotels on Capitol Hill gives you a convenient starting point for exploring the monuments and pathways of the city on a bike or on foot. These hotels are also a great location for hiking Potomac Park, which is especially lovely in the spring when the cherry blossoms bloom. For a workout at the hotel, consider the hotels' fitness centers and swimming pools.
Holiday Inn Washington---Capitol
A short walk to the United States Capitol Building, this Holiday Inn offers king bed guestrooms, suites and an executive club level with larger rooms and work spaces. Enjoy the great view of the Capitol and National Mall from the rooftop swimming pool, open seasonally. The health and fitness center has aerobic exercise equipment and was renovated in 2007. A restaurant, bar & grill, as well as a deli, are located in the lobby. Underground, secure parking is available for a daily charge. Multilingual staff can provide you with maps for nearby hiking, museums and attractions.
Holiday Inn Washington---Capitol
550 C Street SW
Washington, D.C. 20024
(202) 479-4000
holidayinn.com
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
With hot spot wireless Internet, express check-in, a business center and close proximity to the Capitol building, the Hyatt Regency is a modern hotel for active guests. Rooms feature the Hyatt's pillow-top mattress Grand Beds, a large work desk and lounge chair. Dine at the Article One---American Grill in the lobby atrium. A breakfast buffet is available and the upscale dining dinner menu includes organic ingredients. The Hyatt Regency is just two blocks from the Mall, with its miles of walking paths.
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
400 New Jersey Ave. NW
Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 737-1234
washingtonregency.hyatt.com
Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel
A large boutique hotel, the Liaison blends sophistication with comfort in its 343 rooms. Choose from a two double bed deluxe or one king bed corner room, both of which feature a 37-inch HDTV, writing desk with high-speed Internet connectivity and environmentally friendly bath amenities. A rooftop swimming pool is open seasonally and features expansive views across the city. The hotel's Art and Soul restaurant features a menu created by Oprah Winfrey's personal chef, Art Smith, that blends southern cooking accents with fresh local and organic ingredients.
Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel
415 New Jersey Ave. NW
Washington, D.C. 20001
(202) 638-1616
affinia.com/Washington-DC-Hotel.aspx?name=Liaison-Capitol-Hill
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