Since its "extreme makeover," Holiday Inn Capitol is the envy of the neighborhood. With its modern, contemporary, upscale look, great amenities including a full service restaurant, deli and popular bar & grill, and fantastic location near sites, government, and business, Holiday Inn Capitol is the perfect host hotel for pleasure or meetings.
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Local Attractions:
Nat'l Air & Space Museum, Nat'l Museum of American Indian, Smithsonian Museums, Nat'l Mall, Capitol Building
Hotel Reviews for The Liaison Capitol Hill An Affinia Hotel
4.0out of 5Based on 1089 guest reviews, Very Good
Based on 1,157 traveler reviews
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Excellent
476
Very Good
447
Average
142
Poor
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Terrible
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Most Recent Traveler Reviews:
“Great Location, Comfortable Stay”
May 17, 2013
adarshry, London | Trip type: Family
Stayed here in March 2013. The hotel is comfortably situated near The Capitol Hill and the Grand Central Station. Good sized rooms, friendly staff etc makes it a comfortable stay....
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Stayed here in March 2013. The hotel is comfortably situated near The Capitol Hill and the Grand Central Station. Good sized rooms, friendly staff etc makes it a comfortable stay. The highlight is the location. It is about 7 minute walk to Grand Central station and a 10 minute walk to the Capitol Hill Visitor Centre. The sight seeing tour companies have a stop in front of the hotel as well.
The pillow menu is a fantastic touch. The in-house restaurant Art & Soul has a good ambiance for dining.
All in all, not an extraordinary hotel, as it has its flip sides. The small lobby is crammed with people logging on to use the free Wi-Fi in mornings and evenings. The biggest disadvantage for people traveling with babies is the lack of a hot water kettle. Also, for people wishing to have tea. Now am not sure if its the American way, but having expresso machines in the hotel doesn't service guests who don't drink coffee. Even if they do, they don't have an alternative as well. For babies needing hot water to prepare milk, it is a disaster. We did request for the hot water in flasks, but the flasks had a really strong coffee flavour.
Just a few steps away, there is a nice little cafe called, Billy Goat Tavern which serves in-expensive but good American breakfasts. « less
“Not much sleep there”
May 16, 2013
Pat L, Montreal, Canada | Trip type: Couples
The Liaison could be such a good place to go, it's well located, nice building, but I didn't get much sleep there. I found the plugs for the ears the...
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The Liaison could be such a good place to go, it's well located, nice building, but I didn't get much sleep there. I found the plugs for the ears the morning we left and still I don't feel it's appropriate to serve guest with ear plugs. We didn't have a view from our room and I heard trucks going all night.
The room was pretty nice, everything was but the one thing I expect from a hotel. I don't spend much time in it because I want to visit, but when night falls, I only wish for a good night rest to go on the next day.
It's a nice place and I hope they'll work on that. « less
“Great location, boutique hotel and service”
May 15, 2013
J N | Trip type: Couples
On holidays from Sydney (Aus) we were fortunate to have booked with Affinia in both NYC and DC . Boutique hotels in the best of locations and with helpful and...
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On holidays from Sydney (Aus) we were fortunate to have booked with Affinia in both NYC and DC . Boutique hotels in the best of locations and with helpful and friendly staff made for a wonderful holiday. The Liaison was a short walk to Union Station, restaurants in 7th ave and with Capitol Hill at the end of the block. While I have read some negative comments on the size of the bathroom we found the bathroom size fine, particularly the provision of a bath. The room was a good size, well appointed and quiet. I have to agree with other reviewers comments that Affinia excels in the comfort of their beds and their menu of pillows we found, having stayed at other hotels in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, that such attention makes for an even more enjoyable and relaxing holiday. Many thanks Affinia we will definitely be booking our next travels with you. « less
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Management response from Reggie Cox, Manager
Dear J N,
Thank you so much for your kind review of The Liaison Capitol Hill, an Affinia Hotel. It is wonderful to hear that you had such a nice time at Affinia hotels in both New York and DC during your vacation!
The comfort of our guests is Affinia's top priority, so I'm glad that you enjoyed our beds and our Dream Pillow Menu so much. It sounds like our Capitol Hill location was perfect for you to visit some of DC's most popular attractions and nearby restaurants while you were here.
Thank you again for recommending our hotel, and we look forward to hosting you during your next trip to the United States!
All the Best,
Reggie Cox Hotel Manager
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“Nice building. Don't count on getting any sleep. Clueless service...”
May 15, 2013
fpc99, Orlando, Fl | Trip type: Business
How can a place whose chief purpose is to provide a place to sleep, have an attached parking garage where the valets honk the horn rounding the turns - ALL...
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How can a place whose chief purpose is to provide a place to sleep, have an attached parking garage where the valets honk the horn rounding the turns - ALL NIGHT LONG.... AND at 04:00 start whistling for cabs for departing guests? Can't they use handheld lights or something? Of course, the drunken people partying in the hallway from 2:30 to 3:00 didn't help. I don't know if the person who told them to shut up and go inside was with them or a hotel employee.
So when I go to check out, I get the, "Was everything okay?", to which I respond, "No. I was kept up all night by cars honking in the garage and bellmen whistling for cabs." The young lady nods and says something to the effect of she's heard this before. After which she presents me with my receipt and says, "Have a nice day !!" (insert smiley face here). I had decided to stay in DC to get more sleep than I would have, going home and back to work early in the morning... So much for that plan. Was totally wiped all the next day.
I stay in hotels an average of 25-30 nights a year. I have stayed on the first and second floors in places like Madrid, Athens, Paris, London, and New York City with some pretty wild traffic. I have never had such an irritating experience (okay - except for the place where the fire alarm went off twice in one night).
Art and Soul Restaurant was very good. I might come back to eat, but doubt I will stay again. I cannot believe I am the only person who has had this experience (especially as the employee did not seem at all surprised) - yet management apparently does nothing to correct the issues ?? So much for a boutique property in one of the most sophisticated cities in the world. « less
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Management response from Reggie Cox, Manager
Dear fpc99,
I really appreciate you taking the time to write a review of your recent stay with us. I sincerely apologize that you did not get a good night sleep because of the noise. We would love to have you return and can do our best to find a quieter room for you if you let us know in advance. We also have ear plugs in our guestrooms because we know that city noise can be hard to get used to.
I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed your meal in Art and Soul, and I hope to see you there again soon!
Please reach out to me at anytime.
All the Best,
Reggie Cox Hotel Manager
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“Nice, pricey, well located”
May 13, 2013
chrissrli | Trip type: Business
An excellent location (on Capitol Hill) with a modern vibe, with comfortable rooms and a great restaurant on the first floor. A bit pricey, but not by DC standards. Staff...
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An excellent location (on Capitol Hill) with a modern vibe, with comfortable rooms and a great restaurant on the first floor. A bit pricey, but not by DC standards. Staff was friendly, the room clean and well appointed, and the bathroom roomy and well equipped. « less
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Management response from Reggie Cox, Manager
Dear chrissrli,
Thank you so much for the great review of The Liaison Capitol Hill after your recent stay! It's great to hear that you enjoyed our staff, guestrooms, and Art and Soul restaurant.
Your comfort is our top priority, so I'm glad that you like our contemporary decor and that our location on Capitol Hill was convenient for your trip.
We hope to host you the next time you are in the nation's capital!
All the Best,
Reggie Cox Hotel Manager
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Room Types - The Liaison Capitol Hill An Affinia Hotel
Superior w/ King bed
1 king bed. 280 square feet. Signature bedding. Premium bedding. Desk. In-room safe. Cable/satellite television channels. Television. Premium television channel(s). Pay movies. Multi-line phone. Voice mail. Clock radio. Private bathroom. Shower/tub combination. Makeup/shaving mirror. Designer toiletries. Hair dryer. Iron/ironing board. Complimentary newspaper. Refrigerator (on request). Air conditioning. Climate control. Non-smoking only.
Deluxe w/ 2 Queen beds
2 queen beds with signature Affinia Bed. 230-250 square feet. 37-inch HDTV with premium cable channels. Multi-line phone with voice mail. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Complimentary daily newspapers. Clock radio with CD player and MP3 docking station. In-room safe. Hair dryer. Complimentary Gilchrist and Soames Sprout Out Collection toiletries.
Deluxe w/ King bed
1 king bed with signature Affinia Bed. 230-250 square feet. 37-inch HDTV with premium cable channels. Multi-line phone with voice mail. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Complimentary daily newspapers. Clock radio with CD player and MP3 docking station. In-room safe. Hair dryer. Complimentary Gilchrist and Soames Sprout Out Collection toiletries.
Amenities - The Liaison Capitol Hill An Affinia Hotel
Air conditioning
Alarm clock
ATM
Baggage storage facilities
Breakfast in room
Central location
Clothes drying
Complimentary newspaper
Conference facilities
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Credit card accepted: Discover
Credit card accepted: Diners Club
Dinner available
Electronic key card
Elevator
Facilities for the disabled
Fax available
Fitness and health centre
Garage
Hairdryer available
Handicap accessible
Ice Maker
Internet - wireless
Internet - ethernet
Ironing facilities
Laundry facilities
Licensed bar
Movies in room
Non-smoking rooms
24 hours opened
Office or business center
Private bathroom in room
Quiet location
Radio in room
Refrigerator
Restaurant
Self controlled heating/cooling system
Shop
Shower
Shows or evening entertainment
Swimming pool - outdoor
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone
Telephone in all rooms
Television
Terrace
Travellers cheques accepted
Voicemail
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Airport & Shuttle Information - The Liaison Capitol Hill An Affinia Hotel
5 miles to Reagan Nat'l; approx 36 mi to Dulles Int'l; approx 45 mi to Baltimore/Wash Int'l. Taxi to Nat'l approx $15; independent shuttles and limos also available.
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Local Shuttle Info: We are 1 block from l''Enfant Metro and do not provide hotel shuttle service.
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Previously Known As: Holiday Inn on the Hill, The Holiday Inn on the Hill, The Liaison Capitol Hill
Based on 1,157 traveler reviews 
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“Not much sleep there”
“Great location, boutique hotel and service”
Superior w/ King bed
Deluxe w/ 2 Queen beds
Deluxe w/ King bed