Ok, I chose this hotel so it was cheapest available, so I guess shouldn't expect much. However, they put me in "the annex", which is over the lobby, and faces directly onto the main road. The room was boiling despite being late September, and had a definite stale body smell. So I tried to open the window to cool off.... more

This was my second stay at this hotel; my original being in April of 2006. Both times I found the staff, which did seem largely immigrant, to be friendly and helpful. The front desk individuals had superb communication skills and were quite inviting to the hotel. I road the elevator with the cleaning staff on several occasions and they, too,... more

The American Inn is superbly situated in bethesda, a first rate hotel. Its a bit expensive but you get your moneys worth. As I say, ideal location, quiet, 1-2 minute walk from pubs, restaurants, 5 minute walk from the Metro, very good for NIH/NAVY hospital visitors, shuttle bus to either, could walk it if the sun's out, more

Spent a very nice two nights at this moderately-priced, clean and comfortable hotel. I stayed there some years ago in a small, single room, so I asked for a double this time. It was lovely: good size, clean, great flat-screen TV and Wi-Fi connection, two beds with comfortable mattresses and pillows. The bathroom was clean and the shower was fine,... more

I read some of the other reviews and was a bit apprehensive, but was pleasantly surprised. The room was clean, they had free wi-fi, there was a continental breakfast included. It's convenient as far as places to eat in Betheda, of which there are many. It's a ten minute-or-so walk to the metro, which isn't bad. Some things were on... more

As a family member of a patient at NIH, we have stayed here at the American Inn for the last 10 years! It is clean, and predictable. The help at the front desk are kind, and very friendly. The breakfast is standard with good coffee. Yes, the hotel room is small, but it is sufficient. It is within walking distance... more

I spent a week at the American Inn of Bethesda a month ago, while attending a conference about 5 miles away at the Strathmore Arts Center in Rockville. It is really just a large motel, and maybe my expectations are lower than they should be, but the place served me just fine and I would stay there again. Prices are... more

Stayed for two nights at the American Inn Bethesda in May...Here's what went wrong: - front desk clerk rude and coworker sarcastic w/me - they checked me into a room already occupied - request for add'l pillows not carried out by front desk staff or housekeeping despite two calls - A/C noisy and not effective, i.e., much too warm in... more

If you are going to Bethesda Md. book early or expect to pay. The bargain prices of the American Inn lured me in but boy was i disappointed with what $175 a night gets you. The room sported the world's smallest tv with the worst cable connection. This was enjoyed on a spongy bed with two thin pillows. No extras... more