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This popular Foggy Bottom hotel has 126 suites, each with a full kitchen and a good-sized work or dining area. The name is apt because the remarkable view of the river is bound to put guests in a good mood after a tiring day of sightseeing.

Rooms are large with separate seating areas, and often a balcony. A full health club, a beauty salon, and an indoor pool and sauna are provided. All rooms have Internet access, voice mail, and fax. The location on the Potomac is hard to beat.

The striking interiors here are in the highest contemporary style, with exquisite design. The Topaz Bar is among the best in the city, and hotel services include a daily horoscope.

Larger than average rooms and the location is convenient. The lobby is an atrium design with a waterfall.

Convenient to the National Zoo (see National Zoological Park), this hotel provides extra guest-room space and good services. The outdoor pool is safe and fun. Free cookies in the lobby every afternoon.

The beautifully landscaped and resort-like hotel surrounds the big outdoor pool. In warm weather, poolside barbecues are offered on Friday nights.

This excellent Georgetown location provides separate living rooms, two TVs, and a fully equipped kitchen including a dishwasher. Continental breakfast served. Pets allowed.

The theme here is country elegance, reflected in the decor. Located at a prime Embassy Row location, the hotel attracts diplomats, and also celebrities looking for less conspicuous accommodations. A concierge and a fitness room are available 24 hours a day.

This is certainly among the most historic of hotels. Epochal events, including the birth of the League of Nations, were discussed here by principal figures. Royalty from all over the world have been guests (see Willard Hotel).

Two 1920s buildings offer big hotel amenities in a charming and personable environment. The main building is on the National Register of Historic Places, and has some marvelous Art Deco ornamentation. Evening sherry in the lounge. No elevator.