Originally Posted by
wharvey
Dear Friends,
We are looking at doing a mini-vacation before the hubby has a conference in Pentagon City.
I would prefer staying in DC the five nights before the conference.
I am planning to use my points to maximize the free fifth night benefit.
What would the experts recommend as the best property to maximize that strategy? Want to be near the attractions. Best bang for the buck?
Thanks in advance.
William
Do you want a full service hotel or a points bargain?
Pentagon City is a bit out of the way from most of the things to do in DC, so you probably don't want to stay there for the vacation part of your trip.
For proximity to things, the JW on Pennsylvania Ave is hard to beat. Near the WH, walking distance to many Smithsonian museums, near the Metro. But it's a fairly soul-less, modern property.
Another good choice is the Mayflower. Good access to Metro, walking distance to WH, DuPont Circle.