InterContinental Wharf DC Hotel Review

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf front entrance

Room with a (Majestic) View

It's literally been months since our last post. COVID-19 has turned the world upside down, and DC Outlook is no exception. But life goes on, and we decided to venture out. Cross town, to the District Wharf and the exquisite InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf. The kind of place that transcends the term "staycation" into something sublime. After all, if you're finally going to go out, why not go all the way?

AC Hotel National Harbor Hotel Review

I'm a firm believer in the adage "less is more," and the brand-spanking new AC Hotel National Harbor proves it... offering luxurious accommodations with scrumptious views and sterling service, for a mere $199 per night (smack dab in the middle of National Harbor.) There's lots to love; but in my book, great hospitality begins and ends with genuine kindness and loads of comfort and convenience. I've been in hundreds of hotels (from bad to amazing) and this is the first time I've encountered perfect service across the board... Literally, each and every employee of the AC Hotel National Harbor I crossed paths with, said hello with a smile. Each and every one. Pinch me, I must be dreaming.

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel Review

I fell in heavy like with The Melrose Georgetown last year, during a breakfast review at the hotel's stately Jardenea Restaurant. Part of me knew then... I simply had to spend a night at the hotel. I finally had a chance to do so, this past Sunday (not as easy as it sounds - I live less than five miles away) and verified the obvious... The Melrose is one of the best places to hang your hat in the nation's capital.

Hamilton Crowne Plaza Hotel Review

I've traveled around the world and then some; and as near as I can tell, there's three types of hotels... Classic, modern and casual to a fault. The latter is strictly for folks passing through, spring breakers and the like. The Hamilton Crowne Plaza is a combination of classic and modern with a nod to the former. Makes sense, since there's lots of history behind it (it dates all the way back to 1922.) But make no mistake, the Hamilton is up-to-date where it counts (beautiful lobby, 37" flat screen TVs and fine linens.) Me? I like a little bit of both; so settling into the Hamilton was a literal (and relaxing) breeze, even if it was just for one night.