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Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

4 stars
415 New Jersey Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.0
out of 5
253 reviews
Awesome Hotel!

The Liaison was awesome. Check in and valet were quick and easy. The room was modern yet... See full review

  • North Carolina Chic
  • Apr 5, 2013
My stay at the liaison

The location was perfect! The room was comfy, clean, and beautiful. See full review

  • Cee Zee
  • Jan 5, 2013
Newly Redesigned Chic décor and Southern comfort at Capitol Hill hotel with rooftop pool

This trendy, chic hotel on Capitol Hill was redesigned in February 2012, is close to Union Station shops and restaurants, and is within walking distance of the National Mall. A monochromatic design scheme throughout the hotel consists of shades of black, white, and grey and provides a contemporary backdrop for the featured art of Randy Slack. The award-winning in-house restaurant, Art and Soul, is owned by celebrity chef and two-time James Beard award-winner Art Smith, and serves modern, regional food with Southern accents. Guests can enjoy a seasonal outdoor rooftop pool where sophisticated travelers can lounge in an urban chic setting.  Free Wi-Fi is available in the hotel lobby.

Highlights
    • Brand new guestrooms featuring sleek, comfortable furniture and workspace
    • Two blocks from Union Station's shops and restaurants
    • Seasonal rooftop pool and lounge
    • Affinia Experience Kits for guests to borrow including a Yoga Kit and a Walking Tour Kit
    Location

    The Liaison Capitol Hill is the closest hotel to the Capitol Building, about two blocks from Union Station, and within walking distance of the Smithsonian and the National Mall

    Rooms

    Redesigned guestrooms have modern lighting and furniture, signature Affinia mattresses, iHome docks, LCD televisions, and connections for gaming devices, digital video and sound devices. Choose from Affinia's six-choice Dream Pillow Menu including a magnetic therapy pillow and a Swedish memory foam pillow. Affinia hotels offer special relaxation services including in-room spa treatments (fees apply) and Experience Kits that feature walking tours of D.C. and exercise equipment.

    Features

    Guests can enjoy a seasonal outdoor rooftop pool where sophisticated travelers can lounge in a chic, urban setting, or work out in a recently renovated fitness center updated with hardwood floors and Technogym equipment.  In-house restaurant, Art and Soul, is owned by two-time James Beard award-winning celebrity chef Art Smith and serves modern, regional cuisine with Southern accents.  Art and Soul also features a seasonal outdoor patio and fire pit. In-room spa services are available through SPAffinia.  Jet Set Pets program features services and amenities for pets (fees apply, call for details).  Valet parking is available at $48/pday.

    Transportation
    • Union Station Metro stop (0.2 mi/ 0.3 km)
    • Regan National Airport (3.6 mi/ 5.7 km)
    • Dulles International Airport (24 mi/ 40 km)
    • Baltimore Washington International Airport (27 mi/ 44 km)
    Attractions
    • Union Station (0.2 mi/ 0.3 km)
    • United States Capitol (0.3 mi/ 0.6 km)
    • The National Mall (0.4 mi/ 0.7 km)
    • Smithsonian Institution (0.9 mi/ 1.4 km)
    • Washington Monument (1.3 mi/ 2.2 km)
    • The White House (1.3 mi/ 2.1 km)
    • Dupont Circle (1.9 mi/ 3.2 km)
    • Georgetown (2.7 mi/ 4.4 km)
    Business
    • 24-hours business center
    • Spacious contemporary workspace in guestrooms
    • High-speed and wireless internet available (fees apply)
    • 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space

    Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill Rooms

    Deluxe Guest Room - 1 Bed
    Custom-designed Affinia beds with Egyptian cotton-blend sheeting-6-item pillow menu which will ensure that you sleep as comfortably with us as you do at home-Executive work area is a standard at all Affinia hotels including ergonomic chair-cordless phone
    Deluxe Guest Room - 2 Beds
    Custom-designed Affinia beds with Egyptian cotton-blend sheeting-6-item pillow menu which will ensure that you sleep as comfortably with us as you do at home-Executive work area is a standard at all Affinia hotels including ergonomic chair-cordless phone
    Room Amenities
    Description not provided

    Amenities

    • High-speed internet
    • Indoor pool
    • No smoking rooms/facilities
    General
    Air conditioned
    No smoking rooms/facilities
    Concierge
    Elevators
    FEMA approved
    Activities
    Indoor pool
    Fitness center or spa
    Health club
    Jogging track
    Dining
    Bar/Lounge
    Continental breakfast
    Restaurant
    Coffee maker in room
    Room service
    Family plan
    Services
    24 hour front desk
    Business center
    Maid service
    Laundry service
    Express checkout
    Concierge desk
    ATM/Cash machine
    Security
    Wake-up service
    Safe deposit box
    Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Porters
    FAX
    Gift shop
    Copy service
    Audio visual equipment
    Internet
    High-speed internet
    Parking
    Parking
    Indoor parking
    Valet parking
    Accessibility
    Accessible facilities
    Room
    Satellite TV
    Radio
    Safe
    Phone with speaker
    Telephone
    AM/FM alarm clock
    Desk with lamp
    Hairdryer in room
    Outlet adapters
    Turndown service
    In room movies
    Temperature control
    Electronic door locks
    Iron
    Ironing board
    Sprinklers in rooms
    Trouser press

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    Hotel Map

    38.8955 -77.0107
    Area served
    WAS - Washington DC
    Nearby airports
    IAD - Washington Dulles International Airport, (IAD), 29.00, MI, E; BWI - Baltimore/Washington International Airport, (BWI), 32.00, MI, SW; DCA - Washington National Airport, (DCA), 4.00, MI, N;
    Area description
    City Center

    Nearby points of interest

    • National Postal Museum: 0.2 mi
    • Union Station: 0.3 mi
    • Columbus Memorial Fountain: 0.3 mi
    • Peace Monument: 0.4 mi
    • Folger Shakespeare Library: 0.4 mi
    • United States Capitol: 0.4 mi
    • Judiciary Square: 0.4 mi
    • National Building Museum: 0.4 mi
    • United States Supreme Court: 0.5 mi
    • Koshland Science Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Newseum: 0.5 mi
    • United States Botanic Garden: 0.5 mi
    • Capital Children's Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Verizon Center: 0.6 mi
    • National Gallery of Art: 0.6 mi
    • National Postal Museum: 0.2 mi
    • Union Station: 0.3 mi
    • Columbus Memorial Fountain: 0.3 mi
    • Peace Monument: 0.4 mi
    • Folger Shakespeare Library: 0.4 mi
    • United States Capitol: 0.4 mi
    • Judiciary Square: 0.4 mi
    • National Building Museum: 0.4 mi
    • United States Supreme Court: 0.5 mi
    • Koshland Science Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Newseum: 0.5 mi
    • United States Botanic Garden: 0.5 mi
    • Capital Children's Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Verizon Center: 0.6 mi
    • National Gallery of Art: 0.6 mi
    • National Museum of the American Indian: 0.6 mi
    • Library of Congress: 0.6 mi
    • Smithsonian American Art Museum: 0.7 mi
    • National Portrait Gallery: 0.7 mi
    • International Spy Museum: 0.7 mi
    • National Archives: 0.7 mi
    • National Museum of American Art: 0.7 mi
    • National Air and Space Museum: 0.7 mi
    • National Mall: 0.7 mi
    • Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum: 0.7 mi
    • Chinatown: 0.8 mi
    • Fords Theatre: 0.8 mi
    • Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden: 0.8 mi
    • National Museum of Natural History: 0.9 mi
    • Arts and Industries Building: 0.9 mi
    • Smithsonian Institution: 0.9 mi
    • Old Post office Pavilion: 0.9 mi
    • Washington Convention Center: 0.9 mi
    • Enid A Haupt Garden: 1 mi
    • National Museum of African Art: 1 mi
    • L'enfant Plaza: 1 mi
    • Federal Triangle: 1 mi
    • Ripley Center: 1 mi
    • Sackler Gallery: 1 mi
    • Warner Theatre: 1 mi
    • Arthur M Sackler Gallery: 1 mi
    • Boy Scouts Memorial: 1 mi
    • National Museum of Women in the Arts: 1.1 mi
    • National Theatre: 1.1 mi
    • Freedom Plaza: 1.1 mi

    Dining

    Senators Grille
    Senators Grille is currently closed and will only provide room service morning and evening until April 5 2008.
    Bistro Bis
    Fine French bistro food in a sleek upscale environment with mezzanine level to people watch.
    Capitol City Brewery
    Lively restaurant/bar offering a wide selection of microbrews outdoor dining/seasonal.

    Hotel Policies

    Check-in:
    03:00 PM
    Check-out:
    12:00 PM

    Terms and conditions

    Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

    The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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    Guest Reviews (253)

    Ratings and reviews for Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Overall score

    4 / 5
    253 out of 253
    Amenities:
    3.9
    Room cleanliness:
    4.5
    Hotel staff:
    4.3
    Room comfort:
    4.4
    Location:
    4.6
    Value:
    4

    90% would recommend to a friend.

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    Reviewer score

    3
    Professional on Vacation
    Portland, OR
    May 7, 2013

    Good spot for walking the Mall, overpriced room.

    Overall the hotel was ok, it was a great location for us: Fly into Regan, 15 dollar cab ride to the hotel, spent the next 4 days walking the mall going to museums, etc. Room was a touch on the shabby side, 8 HD channels on the TV was rather pathetic and the other channels didn't come in well. The door to the room didn't shut well and had pretty good gaps and let a lot of noise in, the rooms were very noisy. Not a lot of food choices near the hotel so you need to make sure you eat while you are out. Additionally for the price which was a little high they sure try to nickle and dime you. 15 dollars a day for WIFI? are you kidding me? If you are like us and are professionals who don't get to turn off work because you are on vacations, I would recommend a different hotel with more free amenities so working while on vacation isn't so painful.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    2
    Room cleanliness:
    3
    Hotel staff:
    3
    Room comfort:
    3
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    3
    Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

    Rasika in DC is one of the very best places to eat and it's straight down D st. Highly recommended.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    5
    North Carolina Chic
    Business
    Raleigh, NC
    Apr 5, 2013

    Awesome Hotel!

    The Liaison was awesome. Check in and valet were quick and easy. The room was modern yet comfortable with great amentities. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We were staying for a concert at the Verizon Center and the hotel's location was an easy cab ride with a hilarious cab driver to top it off. WiFi is available for $12 a day but is fast and reliable. I'd definitely recommend this hotel for a pleasant travel experience!

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    5
    Room cleanliness:
    5
    Hotel staff:
    5
    Room comfort:
    5
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    4
    Trip purpose:

    Business

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    3
    Stephen Travels
    Westchester, New York
    Apr 2, 2013

    functional, well located

    The hotel is located close to museums and Congress, but note that the restaurants are over by the White House. The style of the hotel and rooms is a bit stark and functional.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    3
    Room cleanliness:
    4
    Hotel staff:
    3
    Room comfort:
    3
    Location:
    4
    Value:
    3
    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    Anniversary2013
    Miami beac,fl
    Apr 1, 2013

    D.C. Trip

    The hotel was good and close to the museums but there is a homeless shelter very close by. If you manage to stay away from E street it should be ok to walk around at night. The staff was nice and the hotel was very clean.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    3
    Room cleanliness:
    3
    Hotel staff:
    4
    Room comfort:
    4
    Location:
    3
    Value:
    3
    Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

    The National Mall is very close.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    3
    Chox
    Washington
    Mar 30, 2013

    Wonderful Washington

    Brilliant location. Front of house staff helpful, reception staff lacked interest or knowledge. Superb bed & facilities. Would love to return.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    4
    Room cleanliness:
    4
    Hotel staff:
    2
    Room comfort:
    5
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    4
    Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

    Use public transport for transferring from airport, inexpensive & fast. Hotel only 2 blocks from union station

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    Satisfied traveller Laura
    Palmdale, CA
    Mar 29, 2013

    Can walk to everything

    Very conveniently located, 2 blocks from Union Station where there's lots of shopping and places to eat, can walk to Capitol Hill and many of the monuments and museums. Can book many tours right from the hotel and pick up and drop off at the hotel.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    4
    Room cleanliness:
    5
    Hotel staff:
    4
    Room comfort:
    5
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    4
    Sightseeing tip: In Hotel

    Book tours from hotel. Will pick up and drop at hotel.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    GaiaNicole
    Maryland
    Mar 26, 2013

    Beauty of a city and all the noise to go with it

    My only complaint is the excessive noise that starts earlier then I can recall and the inability of the staff to be considerate. Housekeeping allowed the doors of the rooms next to and across from us slam. They yelled down the hall. The Maintanence was loud carrying and rolling things down the hallways. I needed a late checkout after being waken up several times the morning of my checkout and I was not accommodated. Other then that nightmare I have to say the hotel is exceptionally clean, beautiful and Modern. Other staff were super friendly. Close to the capital if your a runner and want to enjoy the memorials and landmarkes of dc. Downtown is 5 min away if your into great restaurants and night life. Everywhere you want to be in dc is only 10-15 min away.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    4
    Room cleanliness:
    5
    Hotel staff:
    3
    Room comfort:
    4
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    4
    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    Diane Koko
    Yorktown, Virginia
    Mar 26, 2013

    Clean, Comfortable, and Modern

    This was my second visit to the Liaison. The hotel was just as beautiful, clean, and comfortable as my first trip. The beds are by far some of the most comfortable hotel beds I've ever experienced. The staff is helpful and welcoming. The hotel is located in a great part of town, making other destinations easy to get to. I'll definitely be staying here the next time I travel to DC.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    5
    Room cleanliness:
    5
    Hotel staff:
    4
    Room comfort:
    5
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    5
    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    3
    Mo from Virginia
    Richmond, VA
    Feb 17, 2013

    Comfortable but loud

    I really liked my room and especially the bathroom and shower. The staff I spoke to were very kind. I liked the way the thermostat responded immediately and the bed was super comfortable. However (and this could be because my room was so close to the elevator), the hallway was very loud all night and I swear I could hear every tiny noise from above and to either side of me. I am a heavy sleeper, but I woke up all night, and since I wasn't feeling well, I had a pretty terrible night. There were people shouting in the hallway and playing loud music until 5 a.m. I did call the desk at 4:30 and ask if the people next door could be asked to keep the noise down but it was half an hour before the noise seemed to abate. If this hotel were more sound-proof or I had stayed there on a weeknight, I would have probably enjoye it just fine.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    4
    Room cleanliness:
    4
    Hotel staff:
    4
    Room comfort:
    4
    Location:
    2
    Value:
    3
    Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

    Must walk to Chinatown for nearest dining that is affordable--everything in immediate vicinity is $$$$.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    Monzeeki
    NYC
    Jan 28, 2013

    Great stay for a cultural getaway.

    Was a short stay but was great. Clean, modern furnished rooms. Fantastic location for the cultural visit being so close to all the museums and sites. Little sad the bar/restaurant was closed being renovated, but look fwd to checking out next time we visit.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    3
    Room cleanliness:
    5
    Hotel staff:
    5
    Room comfort:
    5
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    5
    Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

    It seems like a quiet area lot of the dining options were closed on the weekend, you just have to walk a few blocks and then you are surrounded by a lot of options and busier streets.

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