This was a great place to stay. As expected, it was a bit tight for a family of 6 with 4 active children, but we fit better than I expected and it turned out to be a great launching point. The beds were great. We parked in a parking garage and took the subway to the national mall. The national zoo was close, and rock creek park was a fun place to visit. My kids loved the nearby playground and it was nice to get away from the crowds and let the kids get out some energy. Made for a great combination of sightseeing and downtime.