My stay at Yotel Washington DC was a mix of highs and lows. First, the highs: The staff was excellent, friendly, helpful, and on point from check-in to housekeeping. The room had plenty of plugs, a solid-sized TV, and although the bed was firmer than I prefer, I slept just fine. The rooftop had a nice pool, bar, and games for families. The gym was decent, though light on bikes if that’s your go-to. The location is great—just a short walk to Union Station and the Capitol.
Now, the lows: The room view isn’t much, mine was the Hyatt, seemed like others would be office buildings or the back of the NBC/Fox news studios, despite how it's advertised. They charge a $35/night resort fee for the pool, gym, Wi-Fi, and a $10 food credit, which might seem fair—except the pool is closed to guests (without an extra charge) on summer weekends from 3–9pm. That’s when the chaos kicks in. On weekend afternoons, the hotel turns into a party zone. The lobby gets packed, many guests half-dressed, and the elevator becomes an ordeal.
I’d happily stay here again, just not on a summer weekend. If you’re planning a weekday visit or something after Labor Day, it’s a solid pick. Otherwise, steer clear of the weekend madness.