Christopher Mulson
Google
Upon checking in, I asked if there were any upgrades available (Titanium Elite members get upgrades when checking in if they are available). I was told there was, and was given a very small room next to one of the loudest elevators on the planet. After not sleeping the first night, we asked to be moved. They accommodated our request saying upgrades at this hotel only mean the top two floors, and not the size, location, or quality of the room. The walls are so thin, you can hear when someone sits down in the adjacent room, unzips their suitcase, uses the bathroom, and even talks on their phone. One of the two elevators broke down and they placed notification on the first floor only, not on the room floors. I unknowingly waited for the elevator for over ten minutes before taking the stairs. There were two unmarked staircases, and choose wisely as the right stairs take you to the first floor, but only to locked doors for food prep and cleaning. So back up you go, to choose door number one. When talking to the staff, they were friendly, but not helpful with various requests. If you are looking for a quiet place to sleep after exploring DC, find somewhere else.