Golfers visiting Washington, D.C. could hardly do better than to choose a hotel on 14th Street, NW. This broad thoroughfare cuts right through the heart of the District of Columbia. At its northern end, it stops on Military Road and very close to the Rock Creek Park Golf Course. The south end goes right to the 14th Street Bridge and East Potomac Park's golf course. In the middle, it is close to the White House and the trendy districts around Dupont Circle and Logan Circle. With a number of hotels to choose from, it is the ideal place to stay for anyone who wants to combine golf with seeing the sights and some downtown nightlife.
Hilton Garden Inn
This is a fairly simple Hilton that sits somewhere between three-star and four-star status. All rooms come with cable TV, Internet access and full-size refrigerators. There is a swimming pool, jacuzzi and fitness center. Eateries include an American grill and a nice snack room with a microwave that sells pre-packaged meals. The hotel is one block from McPherson Square metro and two from the Lafayette Park and the White House.
Hilton Garden Inn
815 14th Street N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005
(202) 783-7800
Washington Plaza Hotel
This hotel sits on Thomas Circle, the intersection of 14th Street, Massachussetts Avenue and Vermont Avenue. Don't let the 1970s era architecture of the building fool you, for the interior of this hotel is thoroughly four-star. All 340 rooms and 15 suites come with WiFi access and cable TV. The hotel's facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, restaurant and lounge.
Washington Plaza Hotel
10 Thomas Circle NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
(202) 842-1300
The Willard InterContinental
According to legend, this hotel was the origin of the term "lobbying." As the story goes, President Grant was fond of having cigars and drinks in the lobby, which is where many favor-seekers went to find him, giving rise to the term. The Williard InterContinental is set between the White House and Metro Center, being about two blocks from each. All rooms come with WiFi access, satellite TV and a DVD player. The hotel has a fitness center and spa with sauna, as well as a bar and French restaurant.
The Willard InterContinental
1401 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, D.C. 20004
(800) 971-4654
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