Madera was excellent!
I typically look for a Kimpton hotel when I travel for work, primarily because of wine hour, but the accommodations are always very nice. This hotel was fantastic! The staff was very friendly and recognized the guests night after night, carrying on conversations like a friend would. The lobby (where wine hour is held) is small, but it works well for getting to know the other guests and do a little networking. I met some very fascinating people from Australia during my stay. Not too far from the metro and anywhere you want to go in DC. The neighborhood was fairly quiet for the city; I had a great balcony room, and since the weather was nice, I could leave the door open and not be bothered by annoying city traffic. The staff, the location and the Kimpton reputation all made this a great place to stay!