Nice place to stay if you want a quieter DC experience
Stay here for a convention last week. Located near the zoo, you're a couple of miles from the center of DC but there's a Metro stop right out front to get you there easily. I stayed in the newer part of the hotel but some friends also enjoyed the older tower section.
This is a popular convention hotel with lots of meeting space. The lobby is large and open so it's easy to meet up there.
The lobby bar had great service and typical hotel bar prices. We had a lunch at happy hour at Harry's Pub. Average food and service. You're probably better off walking out to Connecticutt Ave and finding a place there.
I had a deluxe suite and the room was spacious and comfortable. Service was good throughout the hotel. The staff seem happy and eager to please.
I prefer to stay in close when visiting DC because I love to walk when I can. But if you prefer a quieter location, this is a good choice.