At the last minute, I needed a place close to the Washington Hilton that was walkable. The U Street fit the bill really well.

This is an area of Washington that takes 6 or so blocks of walking from one of several Metro stops (Green/Yellow) U St. Cardozo, Red (Dupont Circle), but is one of the reasons that the Washington Hilton is a somewhat of a pain). Evidently, perhaps 3/4 of guests are there oh business (so says host John).

Host John was around periodically (he and his partner own the Meridien farther east on U.) and was extremely helpful in "orienting" me to the neighborhood (I have been to Washington many times, just not this area.)

My room was fine - redone - nicely. Remember, this is an older Washingtonian brownstone, and this is not Georgetown! If you are expecting totally upscale Georgetown or late 20th century modern, think again.

Restaurant-wise, an eclectic mix of Tex-Mex, and several others in 18th/U/Florida area. Adams Morgan up towards Woodley Park is some walk, Conn Ave towards DuPont Circle less so.

I wish I could rate this place more highly. On the plus side: the one of two managers I met was friendly and intent on making me feel at home. Also, the neighborhood was edgy, but not scary, and accessible easily from DuPont Circle and major transport links, a vital asset since the price per room is markedly lower than accommodations just a few blocks closer to DC's cultural, government and business hubs. However, I booked the basement flat and found it clammy, with a penetrating odor of stale ash and damp cat. The refrigerator came in handy, but the microwave was grimy. In fact, the room wasn't serviced during my stay--that I could tell at any rate. With a it of bright decor, a thorough scour and improved ventilation, the place could be redeemed.

Loved staying at the b&b on U. Both the managers and the guests were very friendly. The accommodations were very comfortable and had a home-like feel. Will come back if I ever return to DC!

Not really downtown (not close to metro systems, parking 30 Dollars but not close to apartment. Apartment stinks (old). paid 238.00 USD (= overpriced), AC loud (only in one room, what means 1 room cold and loud - the other hot and sticky)