Just back to the UK after a 7 night break in this DC apartment. It was just what we needed. Having only stayed in a hotel before on this sort of break, I would highly recommend this 'home from home' living.
Everything was catered for, from soap, shower gel, shampoo and toilet roll to washing machine and dishwasher detergent and bin bags.
In the kitchen, we had a full fridge freezer with water and ice dispenser, a large conventional oven, microwave and coffee machine (with coffee supplied) and toaster. There was a more than ample supply of dishes for 4 people, and a cupboard full of pots and pans, which we didn't use, as we ate out for all our meals except breakfast.
Another blessing was having the washing machine and dryer. When we arrived, I discovered my shower gel had leaked in my case, soaking into my down jacket and a few of my tops. I was able to throw them all into the washer and have them washed and ready to wear the next day.
With our 2 teenage boys with us, having 2 bathrooms was so good. No long waits in the morning for showers!
The night we arrived, a couple of different people made some negative remarks about the local area, which had us slightly worried. However, that is not the impression we left with. I would describe the area as 'on the up'. There are loads of local grocery stores and eating places. We were out and about after dark every night and had no issues at all.
Local buses and the DC streetcar run right past the apartment block and Union Station is only a 10 minute stroll away, providing easy access to the city by public transport. We walked right to the Capitol itself in less than 30 minutes, so it is perfectly walkable too.
The roof terrace with swimming pool would be lovely for relaxing in the summer. The weather was almost warm enough for us to use it in late October, but we were told the pool water wasn't being treated at this time of year. Fair enough. It was still a lovely place to sit in the afternoon/evening and relax. Great view of the Capitol too.
The reception staff were extremely helpful to us. We had been instructed not to hang around on the ground floor or bother them, but they went out of their way to be helpful to us, so I want to give them credit for that.
A fantastic break. We may never stay in hotels again!