Location. The Capital Hilton occupies a strategic location amid K Street's law firms and lobbying offices in Washington, D.C. This 1940s-era hotel is located three blocks from the White House and Embassy Row. Hotel Features. The Capital Hilton's lobby features mahogany pillars and richly patterned carpets. Twigs restaurant emphasizes seafood entrées in a casually stylish atmosphere with a partial glass atrium. The Statler Lounge reflects Art Deco details and serves libations and light fare. The business center houses three computer stations, is open 24 hours a day, and provides limited-hour staff assistance. A total of 30,000 square feet of function space accommodates events. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas, for a fee. The on-site health club is open limited-hours, for a fee. The club houses a sauna, a steam room, spa facilities and a fitness center. The fitness center offers Nautilus strength-training equipment and cardiovascular equipment, and provides exercise sessions such as cardio-boxing, yoga and Pilates classes. Spa treatments include massage, aromatherapy, facials and body wraps.

Guestrooms. This 11-story property offers 544 guestrooms in Neo-classical style with cherry-wood furnishings and Biedermeier accents. All accommodations offer wireless Internet access for a fee and MP3 adaptors. Hilton Serenity Beds feature down duvets and feather pillows. Bathrooms contain shower/tub combinations and are stocked with La Source toiletries.

Expert Tip. The wall behind the Presidential Ballroom's primary table is reinforced with six feet of concrete and steel, installed originally following World War II for the safety of seated government officials. Another interesting historic tidbit, an automobile lift was constructed that elevated FDR's private car to the second-floor ballroom.

Room Types:

Deluxe suite:   One queen bed, plus sofa bed in separate living room. Larger than Junior or Superior suite. Windows open onto Capitol Hill street. Kitchenette. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Desk with ergonomic chair. Armchair. Cherry-wood furnishings. Two TVs with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Deluxe suite:   One queen bed, plus sofa bed in separate living room. Larger than Junior or Superior suite. Windows open onto Capitol Hill street. Kitchenette. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Desk with ergonomic chair. Armchair. Cherry-wood furnishings. Two TVs with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Superior Suite:   Two queen beds. Sitting area with sofa bed or armchair and ottoman. Windows open onto Capitol Hill street. Kitchenette. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Desk with ergonomic chair. Cherry-wood furnishings. TV with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Superior Suite:   Two queen beds. Sitting area with sofa bed or armchair and ottoman. Windows open onto Capitol Hill street. Kitchenette. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Desk with ergonomic chair. Cherry-wood furnishings. TV with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Junior suite:   One queen bed. Windows open onto Capitol Hill street. Kitchenette. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Desk with ergonomic chair. Armchair. Cherry-wood furnishings. TV with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Junior suite:   One queen bed. Windows open onto Capitol Hill street. Kitchenette. High-speed Internet access (surcharge). Desk with ergonomic chair. Armchair. Cherry-wood furnishings. TV with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Deluxe room:   One king bed, one queen bed, or two double beds. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable/satellite TV with pay movies. Multi-line phone with voice mail. Coffee/tea maker. Hair dryer.

King Bed Executive :   One king bed with custom designed bedding. Located on floors 10—12 and 14. Cherry-wood decor with Biedermeier accents and rich emerald colors. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Bathroom with bathtub and Hilton Serenity collection. Executive Level Lounge access with complimentary hors d'oeuvres, bottled water, and terry-cloth bathrobes.

Two Double Beds Executive:   Two double beds with custom designed bedding. Located on floors 10—12 and 14. Cherry-wood decor with Biedermeier accents and rich emerald colors. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Bathroom with bathtub and Hilton Serenity collection. Executive Level Lounge access with complimentary hors d'oeuvres, bottled water, and terry-cloth bathrobes.

Deluxe Two Doubles:   Two double beds. Cherry-wood decor with Biedermeier accents and rich emerald colors. Wireless Internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies. Clock radio. Iron/ironing board. Hair dryer.

Junior Two Doubles Suite:   Two double beds. Cherry-wood decor with Biedermeier accents and rich emerald colors. Wireless Internet access. Cable/satellite TV with pay movies. Clock radio. Iron/ironing board. Hair dryer.

Driving Directions: From Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is five miles.

Follow signs south toward Abingdon Drive. Turn left toward Alexandria/Washington. Proceed toward I-395/Washington. Merge onto George Washington Memorial Parkway North. Proceed to I-395 North exit toward Washington. Merge onto US-1 North. Continue straight onto 14th Street Northwest. Turn left onto I street Northwest/Eye Street Northwest. Turn right onto 16th Street Northwest.