Le Meridien Washington, Dc, The Madison, Washington

Le Meridien Washington, Dc, The Madison - A heritage Washington hotel in Embassy Row with Argentine dining and 12000 sq ft of event space

Located in the historic Embassy Row neighborhood along Massachusetts Avenue, this sophisticated 4-star Washington hotel occupies a downtown building dating back to 1963. Le Meridien Washington, Dc, The Madison features 353 rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, ergonomic work desks, and bathrooms with glass-door showers. The lobby, inspired by White House living spaces of James and Dolley Madison, showcases marble floors, patterned rugs, and tufted-leather seating in soft grays and creams. Dining options include Rural Society, an Argentine restaurant with industrial lighting and wood-fired grills, PostScript lobby lounge for small plates and cocktails, and The Marketplace for buffet breakfasts and Starbucks(R) coffee. The Madison offers a 24-hour fitness center with Life Fitness equipment, plus in-room spa services. The property stands less than a mile from The White House, The National Mall, and The Smithsonian Museums. The Walter E Washington Convention Center is 0.5 miles away, while the Lincoln Memorial is within 1 mile.

Pros

Lady Madison bar specializes in locally distilled bourbons and craft beer

12000 square feet of meeting space features chandeliers and paisley wallpaper

Fitness center includes sauna and steam room

Celebrity chef-led Argentine restaurant serves steaks and thick-crust pizza

Cons

Somewhat bland exterior architecture

Located between busy downtown intersections