Great Georgetown Location, Older Amenities
I stayed at The Latham due to it's close proximity to Georgetown University and the Four Season Hotel, where I was attending a wedding reception.
The Latham's location is ideal in Georgetown- right on the main street so shopping, restaurants and transportation are at your fingertips. There are many amazing restaurants within walking distance of the hotel, and within the hotel itself is Citronelle, which is rated one of the best restaurants in DC (didn't have time to try it!)
While the hotel's location was superb, there were a few qualities that prevent me from giving it high marks. The front desk service, while friendly, was a bit slow or non-existant (I waited 5 minutes for someone to appear to re-magnetize my key at 6pm). By contrast, the valet and bellhops were always present and willing to be of help. The elevators (2) were extremely slow and there was a lag in-between reaching the floor and opening up of the doors. Not a deal-breaker, but a bit panic-inducing for anyone with elevator issues.
The room itself was a fair sized room (king-size bed). Views were bleak- one window faced a brick wall/the driveway and the second window looked out over the air conditioning vents. There was some water damage on the ceiling and wall. The tv was archaic (a box model), and the alarm clock, while fitted with an alarm and soothing sounds, was outdated in today's iPod-friendly times. The bathroom appeared renovated but was small, almost impossible to fit two people in at one time. The maid was very friendly and offered fresh towels and toiletries despite my request that the room not be cleaned. The hallways weren't overly noisy or smelly.
If you are looking for a great location, you've found it. That being said, the room could use a fair amount of updating, especially for the price being paid.