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post #1 of 39
6/29/09 at 9:02pm
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Bringing my family for a long weekend in July. Doing the typical tourisy stuff.

Will take kids to the zoo to see the panda
would like to visit the Holocaust museum
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post #2 of 39
6/29/09 at 9:04pm
driving or flying? renting a car? also you might need to buy your holocaust museum tickets ahead of time.. should check into that now
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post #3 of 39
6/29/09 at 9:24pm
I would say most recs are the same a year later.

A hotel near the Chinatown or Metro Center stops will keep you central to DC, which you want in the heat and humidity of July.
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post #4 of 39
6/29/09 at 10:21pm
Spy Museum!! Stay away from the Mall, it gets damn hot down there, but you can always duck into the Smithsonian to cool off.
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post #5 of 39
6/29/09 at 10:55pm
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Guys, I have a young family (wife and two little kids, less than 5)

I'm driving.

For me the purpose is to see Chan to have something made. He's staying at the Capital Hilton.

Most convenient for me/family would be to stay at the same hotel, no?

what other recommendations for hotel that's close and decent?
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post #6 of 39
6/29/09 at 11:05pm
traffic is going to be horrible, but so will the metro
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post #7 of 39
6/29/09 at 11:08pm
J.W. Marriott
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post #8 of 39
6/29/09 at 11:15pm
St. Regis
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post #9 of 39
6/29/09 at 11:49pm
4 seasons georgetown
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post #10 of 39
6/30/09 at 8:09am
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Originally Posted by JayJay View Post
J.W. Marriott


+1. Of the 3 hotels mentioned I think its your best non-wallet breaking option.
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post #11 of 39
6/30/09 at 8:12am
Have not stayed at the Westin in DC, but they have been great when traveling with the little ones.

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post #12 of 39
6/30/09 at 10:26am
I've always like the Hay Adams.
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post #13 of 39
6/30/09 at 10:31am
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I've always like the Hay Adams.

Nice views of the White House if you get the right room. Ask for a room with a view of LaFayette Park.
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post #14 of 39
6/30/09 at 12:35pm
Lee, where do you live that you're driving to DC to meet up w/Chan?
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post #15 of 39
6/30/09 at 12:48pm
The zoo is on the red line, and the Smithsonian museums are on the blue/orange lines, so you will want a hotel with easy access to all these lines. I second the recommendation for somewhere around Metro Center. The Capital Hilton is pretty easy to get to, so there's no need to stay there if you find somewhere better. Check out Trip Advisor to narrow your search.
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