Whiskey & Oyster

Modern property offering chic quarters, plus a spa, dining & free wine receptions. A 5-minute walk from the King Street Metro Station, this modern hotel is situated amid the shops and restaurants of Old Town Alexandria. The chic, modern rooms feature Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, polished desks and ergonomic chairs; some have spa-style bathrooms with rain showers or claw-foot tubs. Suites add living rooms and furnished terraces with rooftop views. In addition to a spa, there's also dining and a tasting room, stylish event space and a 24/7 fitness center. There are loaner bikes. Morning coffee and evening wine receptions are complimentary.

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