Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol

The location is excellent, just one subway station from Union station. Capitol can be reached within 20 minutes walk. Many good restaurants are nearby, 7-Eleven and Trader Joes in walking distance. Check-in and check-out were easy. Large, clean, comfortable rooms with a huge comfortable bed. Just a little noise in the night from the trains passing by. The only negative point was the breakfast which was outsourced in local Starbucks. First day the staff was not aware that we have breakfast there and wanted us to pay, other days they always told us differently what is available for hotel guests and what is not. Also gluten-free options were practically non-existent, although the hotel told us that they served gluten-free meals.

The staff was great. Nicole was helpful even before we arrived. She provided excellent information about how to get to the location. In the bistro Moe was outgoing and tended to our every need. We did have a day when the cleaning staff did not clean our room but we reported it and they corrected it the next day. The valet team was warm and receptive and very helpful as well.

The night security guard let us in and guided us in the right direction to checking in, we got in at 10:30 pm. So the hotel is very secured and safe. Once on the 2nd floor we were able to check in right away. I didn't catch her name but the night clerk was very sweet. We received a 2 queen bed room, versus the king bed I requested but honestly it wasn't a big deal to me since the room was very spacious. Rooms were clean and well stocked. You can hear the metro but very minimal, it never once bother us. The gym was excellent and the pool is very nice to have after the hot days of sight seeing. Just keep in mind the pool is only 3 feet deep so it's more of a sitting pool. The bar was a nice thing to have as well and we absolutely loved our bartender. Metro is just steps away from the hotel, easy access to getting to downtown DC. It was also very nice having many restaurants at walking distance, we happened to go to St. Anselm that was a few blocks from the hotel and it was delicious. It was a great and pleasant stay for us and we will definitely choose this hotel on our next stay.

Clean, friendly, and helpful staff, room comfortable and bright. Metro was close, and there were many food choices in the neighborhood. There is even a Bistro in the hotel and Starbucks.

Very friendly staff, central location in walking distance to Capitol and Union Station. Beds slightly bigger and very comfy. Handy laundry.