susadams

I am considering the JW, Ritz Carlton (22nd ave. or pentagon city), or Omni?
I can't really explain why I picked these choices except I am looking for a somewhat nicer hotel for around $200 or less that is near a metro. I always like Ritz Carlton service however a pool would be nice. We are 2 adults and 2 kids. I am also considering Embassy Suites convention center or one of the Residence Inns for breakfast and a suite. It gets a little overwhelming. Any advice would be appreciated.

kayd

If you will be in DC on the 4th and plan to take in festivities around the Mall, I'd recommend a hotel in downtown DC (not Pentagon City) so you can get around on foot and avoid the crowds in Metro that day. View your options on a map to see their relation to the Mall. (On the downtown grid, 10 blocks equal about a mile; 20-25 minutes walking at a steady pace.)

MikeT

You are sort of all over the place in your choices, from Residence Inn to the Ritz. What are the three most important things to you and let those guide your decision.

Or, conversely, just pick one and don't obsess any more about it. I've vowed to stop obsessing over whether I picked the right hotel.

susadams

Thank you. Yes, I am all over the place and I need to just pick one. Location and service are the most important. The JW is about $160 so maybe I will just go with that.

sf7307

If service is a priority, skip the Residence Inn -- it's not that "type" of hotel.

MikeT

The JW is a great location.

bardo1

I'm shocked the JW Marriott is only $160 July 4th week - it's usually twice that. I would grab it.

sf7307

I've paid $170 at the JWM and I've paid over $500 -- strictly supply and demand.

susadams

Its even less for the senior rate but I am not quite there yet. So is the JW nicer than the Ritz Carlton on 22nd Avenue which is right at about $200? I do not see much mention of that hotel.

obxgirl

The Ritz Carlton is a nicer hotel but if I were there to see the 4th festivities I would pick the JW Marriott which is closer to the Mall.

tahl

The Metro will be absolutely jammed on July 4th, and busy all that weekend. The location of the JW is ideal for walking to the Mall.

MikeT

I'm not sure it really matters if the Metro is jammed and busy because it doesn't really impact your trip. Except for after the fireworks, it's not as though you will be standing on platforms watching full trains go by.

Still, the JW is very convenient.