Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel and Suites

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Jul 6, 2009 by Jennifer from Battle Creek,MI
Overall Rating: 9

• The retro feel
• Parking was expensive

“This hotel was fun and the retro feel was not tacky.”

Apr 19, 2009 by Stephen from Rutland,VT
Overall Rating: 6

• Located in safe area.

“The Helix has made obvious efforts to be a unique lodging option, and succeeds on some counts, but needs to think as much about the practical concerns of the traveler as its image. The ants on the floor were a huge turn-off, but the staff was quick to accommodate our change of rooms and provided free breakfast for two mornings, to help compensate for the inconvenience.”

Sep 13, 2008 by Dawn from Providence, RI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[7]

• Fun, unpretentious, clean and friendly.
• Would love a desk to work at.

“Fun and crazy - in a very Target kind of way - which for the price they charge, puts them way ahead of competition. Clean rooms, nice decor, personable staff.”

Sep 3, 2008 by Oliver from W Bloom Field, MI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• Accepted 3 kids.
• Service at outdoor bar poor.

“Stylish, fancy, friendly, very clean, nice bar, breakfast was acceptable.”

Aug 23, 2008 by Chris from Jersey City, NJ
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[6] • Location:[6]

• The price and being close to a supermarket and drug store.
• The parking at $30 a day plus tax was high.

“Location is in the Logan Circle area, right in the heart of the inner city. 10 minute walk to the Metro. The room itself was spacious and clean. Dining options are very limited in this part of town. The first 2-3 blocks in walking to the Metro are a bit seedy. There is a public parking lot close to the McPherson Metro stop that charges $17 a day vs. $30+tax at the hotel, if you are willing to walk 10-15 minutes.”

Aug 8, 2008 by Megan from Charleston, WV
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[9]

• Awesome decor. Complimentary Champaign!
• I cant think of anything. May be the side of town.

“Awesome stay for girls night out or for couples. The staff was very friendly. Would definitely stay again!”

Jul 27, 2008 by Madhavi from Ballwin, MO
Overall Rating: 7
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[7] • Location:[8]

• It was very conveniently located. The decor gave wrong first impression.
• The decor and lighting.

“The hotel is located close to many attractions. The decor gave me first wrong impression. However I would not use this hotel for my next visit to DC.”

Jul 9, 2008 by Heather from Mooresville, NC
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[7]

• The front desk staff was very nice and very accommodating.
• Parking was $30 a night and mine was parked out by the street.

“This is definitely a comfortable place to stay, love the funky decor. The rooms have plenty of space and huge bathroom. Very clean! The beds are comfortable but the pillows were too soft so next time I would bring my own. The parking was outrageously high, $30 a night. No matter if its parked outside by the street or in their garage. And make sure you have what you need out of your car since you can't get to it once its down there unless you request it to be brought up. It is a long 5 blocks from the sights and there is only one restaurant close. There is a whole food market just one block over which was great. Wish they had a pool to cool down at the end of a very hot day. Over all I think it was a very clean and funky hotel with no amenities and definitely not for a family.”

Jul 9, 2008 by Erica from Morgantown, WV
Overall Rating: 6
Cleanliness:[7] • Staff:[4] • Location:[9]

• Location is great.

“The location of this place was great and for the most part staff was nice.”

Jun 2, 2008 by Keith from Louisville, KY
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• Location and hotel appearance was cool.
• Rooms are kind of small on space.

“This hotel was clean, neat, and the decor was totally awesome. Having a cod player in the room along with a cool interior was worth it. The hotel was conviently located to most attractions. We could walk to most attractions or take a cheap cab ride to and from the hotel.”

May 31, 2008 by Andy from Pittsburgh, PA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• The sofa was a nice addition; it made the room more like home.
• Animal print is not my style.

“Everyone was very friendly and room was fun and different. It was a neat change of pace for people who usually stay at big chain motels.”

Apr 3, 2008 by Layla from Stafford, TX
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[6] • Location:[9]

• Clean.
• I did no like all the different colors of the hotel furniture.

“I did like the location but the hotel looked a little cheap.i.e. The furniture was a little cheesy plus we asked for something from the front desk and did not get it until the next day.”

Mar 29, 2008 by Jomarie from Lauferhill, FL
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• The Hotel was very clean, nicely decorated.

“The hotel rating is just like it said, and I will recommend the hotel for future stay.”

Mar 28, 2008 by Sam from Powell, OH
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[7]

• I liked the funky décor.
• A little walk to the Metro.

“A nice hotel, decorated in a funky style. Everything was clean and new. Pretty close to Downtown and most attractions. I would stay here again.”

Jan 25, 2008 by Derek from Portland, OR
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[7] • Location:[7]

• The rooms are slightly bigger than your typical hotel room and have some character.
• It's a long walk to the nearest Metro station, and by the time you get there, you are better off walking to all the sites.

“This was a good hotel to stay in and I would stay here again. I think there is just enough cool stuff but not the point where it was totally over-done. I was pleasantly surprised. The location is pretty good, but if you are looking to stay in a hotel that is near all the attractions, this isn't the place. It's about a ten minute walk or so to the nearest Metro station (McPherson Square), and by the time you get there, you are already a few blocks from the White House, so there is really no need to take the Metro. The neighborhood of the hotel is nice - not great - but I walked back from Downtown DC several times. I would have taken a cab if I didn't feel safe but I felt fine. The bar downstairs seems to be a hangout place for young crowds. Because I was there in winter, no one was out on the patio, but I could tell that over the summer there would be a lot of noise from the patio from the young crowd and the music.”

Jan 21, 2008 by Crews from Norman, OK
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[4] • Staff:[4] • Location:[2]

• Jazz room style.
• Charge money in advance for unexpected lost or broken facilities, short of towels.

“The location is not so convenient to most famous sights in Downtown. Bus will be the main transportation you use. They charged money first for unexpected lost or broken facilities when you checked in the room. Everyday the face towel or bath towel would be short of by house keeping. Everyday I am nervous of touching or using something inside the room that may make me be charged money. I'll never stay at Helix again.”

Dec 10, 2007 by Yang-Kao from Philadelphia, PA
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[9] • Location:[8]

• What a wonderful deal with the hotel helix.
• No.

“This was a really great deal with hotel helix. The hotel is very close to convention center, very convenient for the business travelers. The room space I got was really big. The space was even better than other sort of "better hotel". The staffs were nice.”

Dec 9, 2007 by Ida from Madison, WI
Overall Rating: 9
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[9]

• Helix has a movies theme. The decoration is wild, but the beds wonderful. I smiled every time I walked in. As the curtains parted show time!
• The single thing I would improve is to put a neighborhood map in each room.

“Ok it was cheap so I was not expecting a Hilton but what an experience. From the dramatic entrance through parting curtains to the free happy hour for guests each night, I loved it. Oh yes clean, good bed, fluffy pillows etc. I travel a lot for work and can't tell where I am with the four stars ho hum. This was 2.5 stars and Ill remember it for years. It was gay friendly but lots of straights and kids as well. In fact that is part of the charm. One night I talked to a black man who was on vacation but who made his living as a female impersonator, another night I talked to a couple from the Midwest who was having a ball [go packers]. The place is clean safe and closes to subway etc. I feel like I had two vacations, one seeing dc sights and the other coming home to a place with character and don't get me started on the Barbie and ken pictures, or the leopard print bath robes.”

Nov 15, 2007 by Pierre H. from New York, NY
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[5] • Staff:[6] • Location:[3]

• The room was quiet.
• The ridiculous kitschy decor.

“Decent hotel, probably fun for those who are terminally hip, or want to be. Too far from metro. Very lively bar scene.”

Nov 13, 2007 by Doug from Rochester, NY
Overall Rating: 10
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[10] • Location:[10]

• The art work is incredible; the decor is innovative.
• That they charge $5 per 15 minutes to use the internet in the business office.

“This is a superb small hotel in the heart of downtown Washington, DC. The decor is whimsical, both in the lobby and in the guest rooms. The art work is pop art and great to look at. Rather than revolving doors at the entrance, there are curtains which automatically fling open as you enter. The lobby is bright and cheery. The guest rooms have a kingside bedroom alcove behind thin curtains. If you like modern decor, you'll love this guest room. The two negatives are they charge $5 for 15 minute internet use in the business office; and they need a pair of 20 lb. And 25 lb. Weights in the exercise room (the top weight is only 15 lbs.).”

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Amenities at Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel and Suites, Washington

Bar/Lounge Business Center Coffee Maker in Room Concierge Free Newspaper Hairdryers Available Handicapped Rooms/Facilities Laundry/Valet Services Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Mini Bar Modem Lines in Room No Smoking Rooms/Facilities Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Safe Deposit Box Television with Cable

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