Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center)

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - overview.

• Sports fans, business types, and sightseers appreciate this central location just across from the Washington Convention Center, 3 blocks from the MCI Center, 6 blocks from the White House, and 7 from the National Mall.
• The Hyatt’s 888 guestrooms have niceties such as multiple phones, and are an easy elevator ride up from Metro Center – one of D.C.’s major subway stops, which is located directly below the hotel.
• An impressive two-story fitness center (extra fees apply) offers aerobics classes, saunas, and a lap pool.

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - Room details

The Grand Hyatt Washington’s 888 guestrooms are decorated in green and yellow floral patterns, and have multiple phones in each room. A $10 million renovation, scheduled to finish in April 2003, will result in updated rooms with gold and crimson fabrics and dark wood end tables. The renovated rooms will also feature ergonomic desk chairs.
• Standard Room - These guestrooms offer one king or two double beds; rooms can accommodate a maximum of four guests.
• Parlor Room - Featuring a sitting area and dining table, these guestrooms also have a queen Murphy bed; rooms can accommodate a maximum of two guests.
• Regency Club Room - These rooms are situated on a keyed-off floor for the utmost in privacy. With one king or two double beds, the rooms can accommodate a maximum of four guests. The rate includes complimentary local calls and toll-free calls, access to the private lounge, complimentary Continental breakfast in the lounge, and complimentary access to the health club and pool.

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - Property information

What to expect: Entertainment kicks in the minute guests step inside a soaring, glass-topped, 12-story atrium decorated with live, 20-foot-tall trees and a 7,000-square-foot blue lagoon with a two-story waterfall. On an island in the middle of the lagoon a pianist fingers Cole Porter tunes on a baby grand piano. Fanning out around the perimeter of the lobby are five restaurants and bars serving fare from burgers to gourmet tapas. The prime location and knowledgeable staff of this vast hotel draw a mixed demographic of conventioneers and business types, tourists, and sports fans.
• Amenity highlights: The Grand Hyatt’s two-story fitness center (fee) includes aerobics classes throughout the day, along with workout equipment, lap pool, whirlpool, and saunas. But the biggest bonus is the hotel’s direct underground access to Metro Center, where guests can access D.C.’s slick subway system without braving the elements. Services for the hearing-impaired are also available.
• Insider tip: Just four blocks from the Grand Hyatt, the International Spy Museum attracts large crowds with exhibits of artifacts such as miniature cameras and code-breaking equipment. Guests can skip the wait in line for tickets by buying them from the Hyatt’s concierge desk.

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - Dining information

• Zephyr Deli - This casual café serves quick but tasty food for breakfast and lunch. Lunch offerings include sandwich and pasta bars.
• Grand Café - Located next to the lagoon, this informal restaurant provides the ambience of a Venetian trattoria, and serves breakfast and lunch.
• Via Pacifica - With walls the color of a fine Chianti, this upscale restaurant offers a warm, romantic setting and a menu of Italian/Asian fusion cuisine for lunch and dinner.
• Via Bar - Spare lines mean extra style points for this small bar outside the Via Pacifica.
• Grand Slam - This bar features everything a sports fan could want: enormous plasma TVs showing every major game, pinball machines, plenty of beer on tap, and a selection of bar food. DJs draw crowds of locals on weekends, when the party lasts into the wee hours.
• Butlers - This cigar bar features Jazz-Age décor and 25 variations of the quintessential martini. Gourmet tapas round out the menu. Need more jazz? Classic performances are broadcast on three large plasma TVs.

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - Policy information

• Extra person charges may apply depending on hotel policy.
• There are no room charges for children 18 and younger occupying the same room as their parents.
• Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
• Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
• All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.
• Check-in time is 3 PM
• Check-out time is 12 PM

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - Amenities

• Air conditioning
• Cable/satellite TV
• Clock radio
• Coffee/tea maker
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Iron/ironing board
• Mini/honor bar
• Modem Internet access
• Multi-line phone
• Non-smoking rooms
• Pay movies
• Voice mail
• Wheelchair accessible

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - Attractions

• Washington Convention Center - across
• MCI Center - 2.5 blocks
• White House - 6 blocks
• National Mall - 7 blocks
• National Aquarium - 0.5 miles
• National Law Enforcement Memorial - 0.5 miles
• Blair House - 0.5 miles
• Enid A. Haupt Garden - 1 mile
• Washington Monument - 1 mile
• Declaration of Independence Memorial - 1 mile
• United States Botanic Garden - 1 mile
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial - 1 mile
• United States Holocaust Memorial Museum - 1 mile
• Korean War Memorial - 1.5 miles
• Jefferson Memorial - 1.5 miles
• Lincoln Memorial - 1.5 miles
• Arlington Cemetery - 1.5 miles
• Georgetown - 2 miles
• Pentagon - 2.5 miles

• Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): Approximate driving time is 15 minutes.

  Driving directions from Ronald Reagan National Airport: Take Rte 1 N across the 14th St Bridge. Continue on 14th St and turn right onto F St. After three blocks, turn left onto 11th St. The Grand Hyatt is at 11th St and H St.

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center) - Address

Grand Hyatt - Washington DC (Center)
1000 H St Nw
Washington