Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse - Arlington, Virginia

K B

I chose this hotel over the Hyatt one block away (my colleagues stayed there) because I have status with Bonvoy and because of the reviews. The reviews here are spot on. This hotel would get five stars every time except for a few small things that are slightly annoying for a hotel - but it is clean, in a great neighborhood, loved the gym and I would stay here again and recommend it. |PROS: Location is amazing - walkable neighborhood that is safe, close to dining/bars/grocery. Room is a good size, hotel is clean, breakfast looked solid, and the gym is small but has good cardio and some weights. Also, when I took a quick shower the first day, I had terrible water pressure and was not going to be able to wash my hair for meetings the next day. Bathroom had a tired old shower head with hard water caked on it - I was not optimistic and asked for a new room or someone to look at it. Returned from dinner, on a Sunday, and I had a new shower head and solid water pressure. |CONS: Arrived at 1:45pm to check in, and told room was ready and available, but was also told I had to pay an early check-in fee. With status and booked directly with Bonvoy, seemed petty to charge that - but probably the landscape for all hotels moving forward, sadly. I also agree with the assessments of the staff - all professional and capable (shower head!) but they are lacking any warmth, greeting, hospitality training, etc. Also noted previously, they seemed to be stretched thinly - one person at the front desk is stuck helping someone with an issue, and no one else there to assist with a simple question. |Final note - no bar or restaurant here, so there is no lobby vibe, but I guess the norm with a Residence Inn. Lots of options to eat/drink within 1-2 blocks so not really needed. I think this is a good spot particularly for the rate and again, would stay here again. However, I look forward to the standard reply from the hotel management to this review as it has others, which further supports the aforementioned comment about the lack of warmth or hospitality...:)))

Courtney

Nice location, walking distance to a lot. Booked this hotel solely for the purpose of the indoor pool as we are traveling with a kid. Pool hours were surprisingly limited and there was a lifeguard on staff. Rating of 2 based on the quality of the pool which does not appear as nice in photos. Hot tub was lukewarm at best and didn’t have enough water to use the jets. The rating of a 2 is strongly based on unfriendliness of the lifeguard on duty who made unwarranted comments followed by the use of weed pen.

Scott S

Adequate but nothing special. Rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable, but the linens (sheets and towels) were thin and scratchy. Staff wasn’t particularly friendly, with no acknowledgment of elite status nor any perks or upgrades. The location is great though, both to DC and DCA airport.

Derrick Edwards

I visited the area during the holidays and attended a ceremony with the military. My accommodations at Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse was clean, quiet and allowed me to rest easily. I had no problems at this Residence Inn what so ever. I am a repeat guest at this RI and will reserve again when I am back in the area for both business and leisure.

Todd Fitzsimmons

Nice and clean, close to bars and restaurants. Fireworks restaurant attached to hotel had really good pizza and show your room card and get 10% off the bill. Indoor pool is nice with hot tub.

Dennis Jeong

An incredibly lovely hotel right in the middle of Courthouse. Louise was very very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay!

The room was clean and spacious, and had everything we wanted. There was also some laundry machines on site for us to use. Perfect for a long or short stay in DC or Virginia, with a ton of amenities nearby as well as a very convenient 2 minute walk to the metro station! (edited)

Kimberly Nava Eggett

We absolutely loved our stay here. Our family spent 5 days here and had a two room suite. We were so grateful for the kitchen space and the quick block away from the Metro. Everyday there was a nice variety for breakfast and at the end of the day, we were able to soak in the hot tub after walking in the city. Another bonus was the ability to do laundry: $2 per wash and $2 per dry. Some folks had left their extra laundry liquid behind to share, but we had picked up our own to use. We will definitely be back when visiting DC!

Chelsea Hamme

Loved the walking location as we were in town for a birthday. Also great spot right next to the metro.

I highly suggest the taco truck that’s on the corner nearby best birria.

Not a lot of extras to this hotel but great for location