enjoying my stay at Ritz Carlton Georgetown

Ritz Carlton Georgetown at dawn (c) 2017 by David Ourisman, all rights reserved

I'm currently in my room at the Ritz Carlton Georgetown. A boutique hotel with only 86 rooms and suites, this property offers the intimacy you'd normally find in a Ritz Carlton Reserve. You will be ensconced on a quiet street just a short walk walk from the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and M Street, the very heart of Georgetown. The area features a myriad of small shops and a variety of different dining possibilities.

Life here revolves around the living room, much more like a living room than a typical hotel lobby. Filled with comfortable seating and a large, brick fireplace, guests gather here throughout the day — working on their portable computers or relaxing with a drink.

The neighborhood is the biggest reason to come. I enjoyed several early morning walks, one through the blocks north of M Street that are lined with well maintained antique brick homes, the hallmark of historic Georgetown neighborhood of Washington. Just a block to the south of the hotel is the waterfront, a walkway alongside the Potomac River where you can walk, run or bike while enjoying the sights — sunrises, sunsets, and a sweeping view of the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts.

To get the best value for your stay, book through your Virtuoso travel advisor and receive complimentary daily continental breakfasts, $100 F&B credit, as well as possible upgrades if available, complimentary WiFi, and early check-in/late check-out if availability.

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