Recent reviews here are pretty accurate. The hotel must have undergone a big renovation recently because it looks nearly new. The rooms have a pleasant, contemporary decor with decent lighting, including around the bath mirror; plenty of towels are provided; the bedding really is especially comfortable. The rooms are just bit small. The armchair and reading lamp were crammed into a corner and made it difficult to get to the windowshade chain and thermostat. However, the thermostat didn't seem to do much. I found the room chilly but couldn't make it any warmer. There was a sound of blowing air, even after I set the fan "off." I wonder if this is a form of soundproofing, which is a concern. I could hear the guest next door sneeze. Fortunately, my neighbors were generally quiet. My room may have been empty for a while - there was a strong mildew scent when I checked-in but it went away over time. I couldn't get the clock radio alarm to set; used my cellphone instead. Staff at every level were very nice. Helpful and friendly but not too friendly. Hotel meals were very good during the meeting I attended and efficiently served. I like a hotel that is modern and functional. I don't need cotton puffs, fancy carpets and huge flower arrangements. A short walk to basic shops and the D.C. Metro are among my top priorities. The Westin was a good fit for me.
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10 February 2012
Dear KeepOnTraveling,
We are happy to hear you enjoyed our Heavenly Bed and hope it provided you a refreshing sleep! We apologize for the less than pleasant smell and fan noise in your room and have passed your feedback along to our team. We encourage you to let any of our helpful associates know of these issues in the future so we can provide you a more appealing room and experience. Thank you for your detailed review and hope you join us again! Be Well.
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