The Fairfax at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C.

Staff was excellent

When this hotel was the Ritz Carlton, it was fabulous. Now The Fairfax has a new owner, which "modernized" the main floor/reception/restaurant area. Gone is the charm. Its just like any other hotel now in that regard. I also had an issue as the heat did not work in my room (it blew out cold air in the middle of winter). They did change my room, but only after I spent the night in the cold (in fairness, I didn't ask them to change it until after the first night, because I "thought" the heat would eventually kick in), Also, they added in a $25/day "fee" that wasn't at all referenced when I made my reservation on Expedia. I objected but they said that's the way it is. All that to say that I had a disappointing stay...

The Fairfax is perfectly located if you want easy travel to both downtown and Georgetown, and it is also a great walking neighborhood, steps from The Phillips Collection art museum. The staff is very nice. Lobby is modern but hallways and rooms are traditional and attractive. My only complaint was there was a reading lamp on one side of the king bed. Many dining choices on Connecticut Ave. and P Street.

a beautiful hotel in a safe neighborhood, very close to a major metro station.

Great stay. Wish parking wasn’t as high since other hotels near are not but the service was great and I was able to check into my hotel earlier than expected.