WASHINGTON MARRIOTT WARDMAN PARK, Washington

Washington Marriott Wardman Park - A 16-acre convention hotel with outdoor pools, steakhouse dining, and direct zoo access

Set across 16 landscaped acres in Woodley Park, this 4-star Washington hotel stands as the capital's largest convention and business destination. The Marriott Wardman Park features multiple dining venues including Stone's Throw Restaurant and Bar steakhouse, a café serving Illy coffee, and two bars offering refreshing beverages. Guest rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, work desks, coffee makers, and private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations. The property houses 15 meeting rooms within its 196222-square-foot conference center, plus a 24-hour business center with FedEx services. Recreational facilities include two outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center with 10 treadmills and various exercise equipment, and saunas. Located just 3 blocks from Rock Creek Park's hiking and biking trails, Washington Marriott Wardman Park sits steps from a subway station and the Smithsonian's National Zoo.

Pros

Situated on extensively landscaped grounds with seasonal plantings

Direct access to FedEx business services and impromptu meeting spaces

Complete AV setup in rooms for presentation practice

Concierge Lounge offering weekday continental breakfast and hors d'oeuvres

Cons

Pools operate seasonally only

Located 2.5 miles from Lincoln Memorial