Carlyle Suites Hotel

Pros: Excellent location, competitive prices, unique decor, quality rooms
Cons: Almost no off-street parking; not a "family" hotel

For couples looking for a fun, affordable weekend in Washington DC, there is no better place to stay than the Carlyle Suites. Located near great clubs, restaurants and shops, Washington's official "Art Deco Hotel" is convenient to the Metro system and...

Pros: Excellent location, competitive prices, unique decor, quality rooms
Cons: Almost no off-street parking; not a "family" hotel

For couples looking for a fun, affordable weekend in Washington DC, there is no better place to stay than the Carlyle Suites. Located near great clubs, restaurants and shops, Washington's official "Art Deco Hotel" is convenient to the Metro system and...

Pros: Great location, nicely equipped kitchen, good price.
Cons: Some ambient noise, no towel bars and few drawers.

My family recently stayed at the Carlyle Suites Hotel. The proximity to the Metro and lively Dupont Circle neighborhood made it an ideal location, and the price meant it was accessible to us. With four of us in the room , we opted for a corner efficiency suite with 2 double beds and a pull-out couch. The other rooms would have been too small. As our daughters are teenagers, we could all appreciate the excellent restaurants and beautiful surroundings. However, this would probably not be as comfortable a choice for families with young children, especially if you needed a pool. Having a well-equipped kitchen was a plus, especially for breakfast, and there is Safeway nearby on 17th St. Be sure to check out the nearby Firehook Bakery for inexpensive gourmet treats. The decor is fun and funky (get used to black and pink), but not always practical: few drawers for storage and no towel bars in the bathroom!