Nightly rates from $129
Rate based on Check-in: May 28, 2012 Check-out: May 29, 2012

The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

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

The hotel is an easy walk to Union Station. The staff is friendly. The bed was quite comfortable. See full review

  • Va. Teacher
  • May 9, 2012
Great friendly hotel

This was our first visit to D.C. and we only had one day so location was important. The Liason... See full review

  • lsuashley2
  • Apr 21, 2012
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

    The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel Rooms

    2 Queens Deluxe - Newly Redesigned!
    Newly redesigned Deluxe Guestroom is 300 sq ft featuring a sleek monochromatic design along with new furniture and light fixtures. The signature Affinia mattress covered with triple sheeting and our six-choice pillow menu will ensure a restful stay. DC's "power spot" guestroom also features a workspace, two phone lines with voicemail, wireless or high-speed internet access, 37" flat screen HDTV, an iHome dock, and Gilchrist and Soames Sprout Out environmentally-friendly toiletries.
    One King Deluxe - Newly Redesigned!
    Newly redesigned Deluxe Guestroom is 300 sq ft featuring a sleek monochromatic design along with new furniture and light fixtures. The signature Affinia mattress covered with triple sheeting and our six-choice pillow menu will ensure a restful stay. DC's "power spot" guestroom also features a workspace, two phone lines with voicemail, wireless or high-speed internet access, 37" flat screen HDTV, an iHome dock, and Gilchrist and Soames Sprout Out environmentally-friendly toiletries.

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    Hotel Map

    Area served
    Washington Capitol Hill Chinatown
    Nearby airports
    DCA - Reagan National, 10 minutes IAD - Dulles International, 45 minutes, BWI - Baltimore Washington, 60 minutes
    Area description
    Only steps from Union Station and the US Capitol, The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel is also convenient to some of the most visited monuments and museums in D.C.

    Amenities

    • Accessible facilities
    • Accessible parking
    • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance
    • Audible emergency alarm for sight impaired guest
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Business center
    • Concierge
    • Conference Facilities
    • Elevators
    • Fitness center
    • Fitness center or spa
    • Gift Shop
    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Health Club
    • High-speed Internet
    • Internet Access
    • Laundry Service
    • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Outdoor Pool
    • Parking
    • Pets allowed
    • Pool
    • Public areas wheelchair accessible for disabled
    • Ramp Access to Buildings
    • Restaurant
    • Room Service
    • Safe Deposit Box
    • Service animals allowed
    • Service dogs allowed
    • Spa services
    • Visual emergency alarm for hearing impaired guest
    • Wheel Chair Access
    • Wheelchair accessible elevators
    • Wireless Internet

    Meeting facilities

    Meeting Info
    The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel offers 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space as well as an exclusive rooftop pool terrace. Art and Soul, the destination restaurant from celebrity chef Art Smith, provides the southern-inspired cuisine to round out your meeting and event needs. Private dining space is also available at Art and Soul.

    Dining

    Art and Soul
    Home to Art and Soul from two-time James Beard award winning Chef Art Smith serving modern, regional cuisine with southern accents. This highly acclaimed restaurant offers a welcoming gathering place for neighborhood residents, Capitol Hill professionals and travelers alike. Features a chic and modern seasonal outdoor patio with fire pit.

    Hotel Policies

    Check-in:
    1500
    Check-out:
    1200

    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 (210)

    Ratings and reviews for The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

    Overall score

    4 / 5
    210 out of 210
    Amenities:
    3.9
    Room cleanliness:
    4.5
    Hotel staff:
    4.3
    Room comfort:
    4.4
    Location:
    4.6
    Value:
    4

    89% would recommend to a friend.

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    Review of The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

    Reviewer score

    1
    carse
    Grand Rapids, MI
    May 20, 2012

    No way to treat guests!

    While there were some very nice things about this hotel, the pool, which is purportedly open from 10 am until 10 pm, was closed for three late afternoons and evenings out of the four days of our stay. When we complained, we were told they were, "Between a rock and a hard place"....as their supporters book (the only) pool. After long, hot days of D.C. sightseeing, this is no way to treat paying guests. We suggested an online calendar to notify prospective customers of pool closing dates, or....at the very least..... they should remove the cards in every room which tells of the pool hours. Very disappointing service. Try the Hyatt or the George hotels, in the same area.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    1
    Room cleanliness:
    4
    Hotel staff:
    2
    Room comfort:
    3
    Location:
    3
    Value:
    1
    Review of The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

    Reviewer score

    5
    Va. Teacher
    Virginia
    May 9, 2012

    Wonderful!

    The hotel is an easy walk to Union Station. The staff is friendly. The bed was quite comfortable.

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

    Reviewer score

    4
    lsuashley2
    Baton Rouge, LA, USA
    Apr 21, 2012

    Great friendly hotel

    This was our first visit to D.C. and we only had one day so location was important. The Liason Capital Hill was a great choice for the location and it was a bonus that it was such a great value! The hotel is beautiful and clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The Restaurant Art and Soul was fantastic. I would definately recommend this hotel to anyone and plan on staying there the next time we are in Washington DC.

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

    Reviewer score

    4
    Ted G
    Philadelphia, PA
    Apr 3, 2012

    Great location

    The room was very nice: quiet, comfortable, decent-sized, stylish but not over-the-top. Staff was very nice, but they often seemed a little shorthanded. Location is excellent, just a block and a half from Union Station. Worked out well for our weekend getaway with a young child.

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

    Not many restaurants nearby. (The hotel restaurant is expensive!) Union Station, which is just a five minute walk away, has a very good food court and a couple of sit-down restaurants.

    Review of The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

    Reviewer score

    4
    akline
    Business
    Phoenix, AZ, USA
    Feb 26, 2012

    Great for a work trip

    excellent location, great design, good size rooms, good food and driks.

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

    Business

    Review of The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

    Reviewer score

    4
    Rapport
    Business
    Tacoma, WA, USA
    Jan 31, 2012

    Great place, very comfortable, small rooms

    I came into town to visit my Senators and Congressman and this was the perfect location. My room was very comfortable, clean and quite adequate for just me. It was a small room, but it wasn't a problem for me at all. I would stay there again, for sure.

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

    Business

    Review of The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

    Reviewer score

    3
    Derdra B
    District of Columbia, USA
    Jan 11, 2012

    Meh- it was okay

    I appreciate the effort that went behind making sure my reservation snaffu was solved, although there should not have been a problem to begin with. The rooms are small and are filled with furniture that is too big for the space. I banged my knee pretty hard on one of the chairs while negotiating my way to the window. The floors and walls were black or dark-brown, while stylish makes it difficult to tell what the level of cleanliness was. The bed was comfy and room service was gourmet and excellent.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    3
    Room cleanliness:
    3
    Hotel staff:
    3
    Room comfort:
    2
    Location:
    4
    Value:
    3
    Review of The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel

    Reviewer score

    5
    Nathies
    Richmond, VA, USA
    Jan 9, 2012

    Excellent hotel

    This is a terrific hotel. It has been very well re-furbished. The staff were polite, chatty and friendly. The location is ideal. It is a short walk from the Mall, Chinatown and Eastern Market is just a five minute drive away. The rooms are very well appointed, clean and comfortable. I could not fault the hotel.

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

    Reviewer score

    4
    PrisonerPartPete
    Long Island, NY
    Jan 3, 2012

    Good stay but hotel being renovated

    This hotel was a good find for the price. A luxury hotel in DC for under $100 a night is a find. Very comfortable bed with choice of several pillows. However as of January 1 this hotel was being renovated. The room we stayed in showed some signs of wear but was in very good condition, overall. (The TV needed replacement as the colors were askew.) The biggest negative was the sound that could be heard from the lounge or other rooms (we were on the second floor). Please do not get the wrong idea, the noise wasn't terribly loud and didn't keep us awake, but it was noticiable.

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

    Reviewer score

    4
    Houds
    Gainesville, FL, USA
    Dec 19, 2011

    Walk to Union Station

    This is a nice hotel with a 60s Mad Men vibe! If you're arriving by train you can walk from Union Station. The Capitol is nearby too. Rooms were clean and quiet with comfortable beds. I'd stay here again!

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    3
    Room cleanliness:
    5
    Hotel staff:
    5
    Room comfort:
    4
    Location:
    4
    Value:
    5
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