Gordon's place is a great find in DC if you aren't picky about being close to all the attractions in DC. Columbia Heights is a great neighborhood - several restaurants and bars to walk to easily, and you can walk down to the 14th street and/or U Street areas within about 20 - 30 minutes. The Metro isn't far either. Check in was easy! There was only one outlet working outlet in the bedroom on the other side of the room from the bed, so there wasn't a light to read by at night - but not that big of a deal (the lamp bulb may also have just been burnt out).