$145 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 28, 2013

Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

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

The Liaison was awesome. Check in and valet were quick and easy. The room was modern yet... See full review

  • North Carolina Chic
  • Apr 5, 2013
My stay at the liaison

The location was perfect! The room was comfy, clean, and beautiful. See full review

  • Cee Zee
  • Jan 5, 2013
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

    Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill Rooms

    Deluxe Guest Room - 1 Bed
    Custom-designed Affinia beds with Egyptian cotton-blend sheeting-6-item pillow menu which will ensure that you sleep as comfortably with us as you do at home-Executive work area is a standard at all Affinia hotels including ergonomic chair-cordless phone
    Deluxe Guest Room - 2 Beds
    Custom-designed Affinia beds with Egyptian cotton-blend sheeting-6-item pillow menu which will ensure that you sleep as comfortably with us as you do at home-Executive work area is a standard at all Affinia hotels including ergonomic chair-cordless phone
    Room Amenities
    Description not provided

    Amenities

    • High-speed internet
    • Indoor pool
    • No smoking rooms/facilities
    General
    Air conditioned
    No smoking rooms/facilities
    Concierge
    Elevators
    FEMA approved
    Activities
    Indoor pool
    Fitness center or spa
    Health club
    Jogging track
    Dining
    Bar/Lounge
    Continental breakfast
    Restaurant
    Coffee maker in room
    Room service
    Family plan
    Services
    24 hour front desk
    Business center
    Maid service
    Laundry service
    Express checkout
    Concierge desk
    ATM/Cash machine
    Security
    Wake-up service
    Safe deposit box
    Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Porters
    FAX
    Gift shop
    Copy service
    Audio visual equipment
    Internet
    High-speed internet
    Parking
    Parking
    Indoor parking
    Valet parking
    Accessibility
    Accessible facilities
    Room
    Satellite TV
    Radio
    Safe
    Phone with speaker
    Telephone
    AM/FM alarm clock
    Desk with lamp
    Hairdryer in room
    Outlet adapters
    Turndown service
    In room movies
    Temperature control
    Electronic door locks
    Iron
    Ironing board
    Sprinklers in rooms
    Trouser press

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    Hotel Map

    38.8955 -77.0107
    Area served
    WAS - Washington DC
    Nearby airports
    IAD - Washington Dulles International Airport, (IAD), 29.00, MI, E; BWI - Baltimore/Washington International Airport, (BWI), 32.00, MI, SW; DCA - Washington National Airport, (DCA), 4.00, MI, N;
    Area description
    City Center

    Nearby points of interest

    • National Postal Museum: 0.2 mi
    • Union Station: 0.3 mi
    • Columbus Memorial Fountain: 0.3 mi
    • Peace Monument: 0.4 mi
    • Folger Shakespeare Library: 0.4 mi
    • United States Capitol: 0.4 mi
    • Judiciary Square: 0.4 mi
    • National Building Museum: 0.4 mi
    • United States Supreme Court: 0.5 mi
    • Koshland Science Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Newseum: 0.5 mi
    • United States Botanic Garden: 0.5 mi
    • Capital Children's Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Verizon Center: 0.6 mi
    • National Gallery of Art: 0.6 mi
    • National Postal Museum: 0.2 mi
    • Union Station: 0.3 mi
    • Columbus Memorial Fountain: 0.3 mi
    • Peace Monument: 0.4 mi
    • Folger Shakespeare Library: 0.4 mi
    • United States Capitol: 0.4 mi
    • Judiciary Square: 0.4 mi
    • National Building Museum: 0.4 mi
    • United States Supreme Court: 0.5 mi
    • Koshland Science Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Newseum: 0.5 mi
    • United States Botanic Garden: 0.5 mi
    • Capital Children's Museum: 0.5 mi
    • Verizon Center: 0.6 mi
    • National Gallery of Art: 0.6 mi
    • National Museum of the American Indian: 0.6 mi
    • Library of Congress: 0.6 mi
    • Smithsonian American Art Museum: 0.7 mi
    • National Portrait Gallery: 0.7 mi
    • International Spy Museum: 0.7 mi
    • National Archives: 0.7 mi
    • National Museum of American Art: 0.7 mi
    • National Air and Space Museum: 0.7 mi
    • National Mall: 0.7 mi
    • Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum: 0.7 mi
    • Chinatown: 0.8 mi
    • Fords Theatre: 0.8 mi
    • Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden: 0.8 mi
    • National Museum of Natural History: 0.9 mi
    • Arts and Industries Building: 0.9 mi
    • Smithsonian Institution: 0.9 mi
    • Old Post office Pavilion: 0.9 mi
    • Washington Convention Center: 0.9 mi
    • Enid A Haupt Garden: 1 mi
    • National Museum of African Art: 1 mi
    • L'enfant Plaza: 1 mi
    • Federal Triangle: 1 mi
    • Ripley Center: 1 mi
    • Sackler Gallery: 1 mi
    • Warner Theatre: 1 mi
    • Arthur M Sackler Gallery: 1 mi
    • Boy Scouts Memorial: 1 mi
    • National Museum of Women in the Arts: 1.1 mi
    • National Theatre: 1.1 mi
    • Freedom Plaza: 1.1 mi

    Dining

    Senators Grille
    Senators Grille is currently closed and will only provide room service morning and evening until April 5 2008.
    Bistro Bis
    Fine French bistro food in a sleek upscale environment with mezzanine level to people watch.
    Capitol City Brewery
    Lively restaurant/bar offering a wide selection of microbrews outdoor dining/seasonal.

    Hotel Policies

    Check-in:
    03:00 PM
    Check-out:
    12:00 PM

    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 (254)

    Ratings and reviews for Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Overall score

    4 / 5
    254 out of 254
    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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    Reviewer score

    4
    Anonymous
    Mobile,Al
    Aug 2, 2009

    great

    great place staff very nice & helpful

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

    Reviewer score

    5
    Anonymous
    Missouri
    Aug 2, 2009

    Just three blocks from the White House!

    Everyone was very helpfull with questions-directions-anything we needed-printed out maps of places we wanted to walk to. We liked the circulotor for getting around. Beds and pillows were great. Pool party was COOL!!!!

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

    Reviewer score

    4
    Pam and the athletes
    Ceresco, NE
    Jul 28, 2009

    A Week with teens in DC

    The hotel staff was very welcoming and friendly. We walked or hopped the Metro, and saw DC from the National Zoo to Old Town. Once we returned to the hotel we fell into the most comfortable beds and awoke fresh for the next day. We had 2 queen beds and 4 people and did quite well in the space.

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

    Capital City Brewery

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    Anonymous
    Richmond, VA
    Jul 28, 2009

    Nice Hotel, Great Location

    Nice, clean hotel just north of the Capital. Friendly staff and nice pool and restaurant. Good location for walking around the city. Easy walking distance to Mall Museums, Chinatown, Capital Hill.

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

    Walk 5 or 6 blocks to Chinatown area. Great area for dining. Many restaurants to choose from with different types of food.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    5
    Anonymous
    San Diego, CA
    Jul 27, 2009

    good location for outgoing people

    It was walking distance to Union Station for metro access and bus service. Beautiful location but it doesn't match the photo above. The beds were ultra comfortable. Pricey food, didn't eat there. Party atomosphere in lobby - no problem. However, there was a late party on Sunday night that poured into the outside dining and that kept me awake well into the night. At 5 am the next day there were still party animals in the lobby.

    Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
    Amenities:
    2
    Room cleanliness:
    4
    Hotel staff:
    3
    Room comfort:
    5
    Location:
    5
    Value:
    3
    Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

    Metro access.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    Anonymous
    Providence RI
    Jul 26, 2009

    Great location and service

    Hotel was great. Location is very convenient to getting around the city. Restaurant and lounge were great too.

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

    Reviewer score

    4
    MN travelers
    Minneapolis
    Jul 26, 2009

    Family vacation in DC

    Rooms were small but clean and quiet. Pool was nice. Great location right next to the capital building. Did a lot of walking from the hotel but also used the metro train system from Union Station (took a while to figure out the ticketing system). Felt safe in the area around the hotel.

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

    Take advantage of public transportation. A short walk to Union Station and you have access to metro trains and buses to anywhere you want to go for low cost.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    4
    Anonymous
    Louisville, KY
    Jul 26, 2009

    Great value and superb location

    My and my grandfather traveled to sight see in Washington. We found the hotel to be nicely decorated, set in a great location that was very close to Union Station and had very soft beds. We took an open top sight seeing tour that had a pick up and drop off right outside our hotel door which was very helpful.

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

    If you need a good breakfast and don't want to pay for the slightly overpriced hotel breakfast and don't want to wait in the starbucks line then if you walk out of the hotel and turn right, you walk down about 2 blocks and turn right again you'll see a sign for a quiznos down the street. Slightly next to this quiznos is a great little cafe that is open Monday-Friday, they serve a variety of breakfast food including a breakfast platter for 4.99 that has eggs, bacon, potatoes and 2 slices of toast. Can't beat that in DC

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    3
    Anonymous
    Brownwood, TX
    Jul 22, 2009

    Trip to D.C.

    When we arrived they were busy and understaffed - they did not have a record of our reservation with Orbitz which did elongate our check-in. While there it was a VERY busy hotel which has its positives and negatives. Positive, you could always get a cab! Negative - they did not have enough staff to handle everyone. The restaurant was a bit over-priced but good food. Upon check-out they had charged us for the rooms we had already paid for via Orbitz. This was a bit tedious - but they did take care of everything. Overall if the price was right we would stay there again.

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

    Take cabs - they are alway available and are worth the $6 to get to places within the downtown district.

    Review of Affinia Liaison Capitol Hill

    Reviewer score

    5
    Anonymous
    Detroit, MI
    Jul 21, 2009

    Great location

    The location is great, an easy walk to the Capitol and Union Station. The room was average in size but the beds were comfortable. The kids loved the "I-pod" pillows and the swimming pool. Nice that there was a lifeguard on duty. The furniture around the pool area as well as the lobby and lounge area was perfect for relaxing. The staff was friendly and helpful.

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