You've got some good advice...I was looking for at least a 3* rating, and was hoping to do tourist-like things like the Smithsonian, and a walking tour of the Capitol Buildings. I've been reading that the Savoy Suites was a potential in the area I searched. I wouldn't mind paying a minimum parking fee, but I'm seeing that some hotels charge some pretty steep rates for valet parking. With regards to the nightly, I was hoping to bid near the $70 per night . I'm not into too much of the night-life, and will have 2 kids along for the trip... I'm open to some suggestions, as this is not a planned trip, but a quick getaway for a few days... DarwinX :)