Pleasant cruise, but the food was average and there weren't enough hor'dourves for everyone in our…read moreparty. The music was too loud to hear anyone to speak, even if they were right beside you. They did finally turn it down after enough people complained.

Amazing time! WOW. So impressed with the entire event and company. I planned our office party…read moreand we had it on Feb 23, 2019. 70 people, employees, and their better halves. Starting out with Shadae Mayfield at the office who helped me plan everything. Super helpful, so nice, patient, great follow up about everything, kept me on track, and gave me suggestions when I needed ideas! The food... you know how hard it is to have a good dinner for that many people, right? Rudy, the Chef at our boat was amazing, the food was so good. We had appetizers as people were boarding, the wait staff was so friendly, smiling, attentive, making sure everyone was being taken care of. Appetizers I picked were great, dinner after was amazing (I keep using that word but it was! meat, chicken, pasta, salad, salmon and desserts). The bartenders were on it too, from the minute people were boarding, they had trays with already served wine! what!!! yes. I had a full bar option for my event and OMG, so good. DJ Bob, crazy good. I told him in advance what we wanted, about my group, that we wanted to dance, etc. He got it! We danced the whole time. I literally had to ask people to leave the boat at the end of the event. Nobody wanted to go! Linel (sorry if I'm misspelling the manager's name) was so great, attentive, nice, funny. I'm telling you, the crew made sure we were having a great time. We did. I would so recommend National Elite Private Yachts to everyone. Having the workgroup together made a huge difference for us. Thank you again for everything!

I stayed here when I was in National Harbor for a conference. This is the first AC by Marriott I've…read morestayed in, and I chose it simply for the location and price. It was significantly cheaper than the Gaylord and less than a quarter mile away. Checking in was a little odd. After walking in the door, I had to walk up to the next floor for the lobby- you can also take the elevator up. The hotel is under construction, but I didn't hear any noise. One of the elevators was ACTIVELY under construction when I was there, but still usable. The room itself was cozy and comfortable. It was fine for a couple of nights, and since I was there for a conference, I wasn't in my room much. The room didn't have a microwave, but one is located in the lobby. The mini fridge kept my drinks and leftovers cold. The water pressure, provided shampoo/conditional/body/wash, and hair dryer were wonderful. The phone looked dusty and dirty, but I didn't use it. I actually slept on the other side of the bed so I wouldn't be too close to the phone. I'm not even sure why hotels have phones these days. Everyone has a cell phone. I didn't go to the bar downstairs, but on my second night here, I saw quite a crowd enjoying the bar area. Ironically, some of them were drinking spirits and juices/mixer out of their own red solo cups at the tables. I've never seen that at a hotel before, but I didn't ask questions and just went up to my cozy room to chill. I wasn't a fan of the National Harbor area, but if the conference I attend each year is held is this area again, I'd stay at this hotel again- but I wouldn't use the room phone.

I booked this hotel for a Waterview on my Marriott app. First of all, I am used to receiving a…read moremobile key prior to my arrival. I checked in to this hotel 24 hours in advance, requesting my mobile key, but they wouldn't send it. They kept telling me I had to stop at the desk upon arrival. I felt like that was redundant. I don't have that problem with other hotels. You have a valid credit card on file. I don't understand the problem. Now, if you're familiar with this area. They have a garage across the street available for $24 per 24 hours. With in & out entry. There was no need to move our car. Everything was within walking distance. They offer European Breakfast for $15.00 per person if you're into that. Mine was included with my booking. I have southern roots, and we need a little more than that. It was good, though. Would I do it again. Probably not. Now, onto the room. I booked a Waterview but received a partial Waterview. Our room was on the 5th floor , and one window faced a building. I would have preferred to be higher. There is no microwave in the room. Only a small fridge. There is no closet. Our room was clean. Which is a plus. It's at a convenient location, but I would prefer more space. So, if you're into Lofts, this would be the place for you. I will be considering other hotel options for my next overnight stay. It's probably ok for the short-term stay. Personally, I'm more comfortable with suites.

The convention center does a fantastic job of keeping up with both events and guest needs. It…read moreneeds to do some work as the escalators seem to need refreshing and things will be getting old soon. But I loved being able to stay inside the bubble the entire time and was very well cared for. From the pool area below to the roof nightclub, it was a great stay. Check in was easy and well informed, valet was right on point once we figured out the process. Our first room we discovered an AC leak and it took about an hour to investigate but then pretty quickly were able to move to a new room. I am fairly sure this new room is one of their "extra" rooms they don't really use due to some odd screws and dust left on the desk, sticky spot on the floor and just general oddness of things. But everything worked, nothing leaked, and we really liked the chaise couch/bed. I don't know if those are in every room but they should promote those more. The market prices are insanely high, you can accept it but having a fridge and microwave cuts down on a lot of that need for the most part. But be prepared for $14 basic chicken patty on a bun prices. The steakhouse had good service tableside though I cannot wait for the truffle trend to end. Using our drink tickets from check in was very easy and servings were large. I've heard many bad stories of experiences from this hotel and ours was full of weird moments but their texting service was phenomenal for every question. That is how technology should be applied!

I attended a conference here and had a great time. Shelly at the front desk did a great job of…read moregetting my room relocated after the first one was right beside a giant LED sign that shined in through the curtains. Once my room was settled, everything was great. The room was beautiful, comfortable and clean. The elevators were spectacular...they all worked and they were fast. Conference space was excellent (except for one room downstairs that had big pillars in the middle). The places to eat were good...I liked the grab and go place downstairs. The Belvedere Lobby bar (see separate review) was a go-to meeting place and the drinks were top notch. There are plenty of places within walking distance if you want something different to eat or drink. It was an easy cab ride from Union Station in DC. I can't wait for my next conference here.

This venue was perfect for our wedding, large rooms for all the different activities to make your…read morewedding a beautiful experience. Thanks you Oxon Hill Manor for a memorable celebration of our love.

This was a beautiful venue space. It's very spacious inside and out. The staff were soooo helpful…read moreand friendly in getting us everything we needed to set up the DJ booth. The bathrooms, outdoor space, indoor space were all perfect for taking pictures :) I enjoyed watching the process of the setup and breakdown. The entire wedding was beautiful start to finish. The staff were very professional. The place was also very clean. I enjoyed my visit.

As a working parent of a toddler, I really wish more places like this existed! I was able to bring…read moremy daughter here to play, with supervision, while I got some work done and had a coffee on a day my nanny was not available. My daughter had so much fun with the employees and other kiddos! I opted to sit downstairs which is louder, but there is a quiet work/study space upstairs for additional cost. Before we left I also ordered food to go from Shorty's Deluxe. Childcare and food all in one Highly recommend Mulberry Lane for all the parents!

My fam travels a lot and we noticed play cafes in many other areas but not the DMV. It's clearly…read moremuch needed but we get why they aren't really here. But Mulberry Lane is a notch above bc not only is it a play cafe but there is staff there to watch your lils while you get to go elsewhere within the building whether that's in the lil tables visibly nearby or in one of their neighboring and partnering restaurants. I'd toootally get my kids memberships if we lived nearby. Since we probably would only go weekends for an hour or two, I'm glad there are the options for one time pay or multi hour passes for future use. Since we weren't sure if we'd be back, we gave it a try for one hour. Prices may change but our first time was $18 per child per hour. This may seem high for only one hour, but my kids had fun and my hour without worrying about them or being interrupted was very productive so it was worth it. Staff are friendly. I only wished they had gluten free options for the kiddos to enjoy after their play. Guess we can bring our own next time! :)

So much fun!! We came here on a Saturday night and it was absolutely packed and had great energy…read more The musicians were so talented and knew almost every song that was requested that night. The food was good and drinks like beer and wine were reasonably priced for the area. Cocktails were more on the pricy side though. Would definitely recommend for a night out!

The staff was awesome and the music was incredible!!! What an epic performance! It was so worth the…read morevisit.

Amazing experience. Went with work freinds and meet other people. I would 100 percent go back any…read moretime

Such an incredible experience for friends, family, or even date night…read more First, shoutout to Anar for taking great care of our party Excellent playlist to select from and sing your heart or cocktails off lol your choice! Great full bar and cocktails to select from Food is available as well, the beef sliders were delicious as were the waffle fries. Can't wait to return!

This will be my go-to hotel in the National Harbor going forward! I've stayed a few in the Harbor,…read morebut this has been the best. We stayed here to attend a party in the Ft. Washington area. You know, trying to be responsible adults. When we pulled up to check in there were a few people ahead of us. The receptionist was still very polite to everybody. She answered our questions about parking and we were set. By the way, it's very convenient that the parking garage is right across the street. You can use your room key to enter the hotel from the backside (across from the parking garage). You can get your parking ticket validated to allow in & out access. The decor is modern and updated. I like the way they've set up seating areas by the dining area for say...... a family with small kids to eat together. There are a few TV's on the walls in the sitting areas if you'd like to just chill. The room, or should I say suite, was nice. I like that the TV swivels 360 degrees so you can turn it around to watch while on the couch. Then swivel it to the bed and watch there as well. We had a kitchenette with microwave, plates, glasses, siverware, a stove, etc. The bed was comfy, but the pillows were a bit lumpy. They did the job. The water was HOT and had good pressure. What else do you need? Oh, the gym was pretty good for a hotel gym! They even had kettlebells. They also had a store with plenty of everything you might need while you're there. I felt comfortable there. The door and elevator both required key-card access. The carpet didn't look worn down. The hallways were painted (or it was probably wallpaper) a nice grey color. It really felt homey. We'll be back.

My husband and I stayed at the Residence Inn by Marriot for five nights during Podcast Movement in…read morelate August, which was being held at the Gaylord Resort across the street. We stayed here because of our pet, and the hotel allows for fur guests at a reasonable visit fee. The suites are spacious and have all that you need to feel like you have a home base when you're away from home. Some of the highlights or good things about our Residence Inn stay: - There is a nearby parking deck and the back entrance of the hotel is right across the street from it. So, it's very convenient when bringing in luggage or just going in and out daily. - Our room was on the 7th floor and was very spacious. The suite layout was comfortable with the kitchenette, living room area, bedroom area, and bathroom/closet situation. - The kitchen has a full-sized fridge, where you can store groceries and do your own cooking if you want. The drawers and cabinets are supplied with plates, cookware, and various utensils. The kitchen has an energy efficient dishwater and a garbage-disposal sink, too! - The free breakfast buffet is pretty good! Hot food bar, waffle makers, cereal, yogurt, bakery good, hot coffee, cold brew, etc. The whole gamut of breakfast food stuffs. - Laundry room! Our trip to D.C. was nearly two weeks long, so this was great towards the end of our trip. You can ask the front desk for a roll of coins in exchange for cash. The washing machine costs $4 to use for one wash cycle. The dryer is similar to costs except you can add in increments of 25 cents. It's by the gym. - There's a gym and workout machines. My husband who used it said it does the job. - The Residence Inn is close to casual eateries, bars and various entertainment venues (if you're into dueling piano spots, you're in luck!), and within walking distance of a CVS pharmacy if you need.

A very beautiful exhibit at the Gaylord hotel. ICE! at…read moreNational Harbor is impressive, well-organized, and exactly as cold as advertised. Parking around National Harbor is plentiful, though expect a bit of a hike through the hotel to reach the back corner where the Christmas Village and exhibit entrance are located. You can pay for parking at a small booth near the entrance, which keeps things straightforward. Before entering the exhibit itself, you pass through the Village area, which includes an ice slide attraction, Santa's workshop, and a retail shop. Entry requires a ticket--about $50 per person--so it's not cheap. Once inside, you follow a serpentine path with areas where you can touch real snow, plus a small display explaining how the exhibit was constructed. You're issued a blue overcoat before entering the main exhibit. Take it. Even with the coat, it's cold. Inside, it's about 7 degrees, and the rules are clear: do not touch the ice sculptures. This year's theme is The Polar Express, and the exhibit follows the story through several themed rooms that showcase the craftsmanship of the ice artisans. The detail is striking, and there are ice slides if you're brave enough. It's beautiful, very cold, and memorable--but your time inside is limited due to the cold temperature. When finished, you return the coat and exit back into the Village. Overall: very cool (pun intended), impressive, and worth seeing at least once. We also caught the Cirque: Spirit of Christmas show in the stunning atrium, and it was an absolute highlight of our visit! The production follows a sweet girl-dreaming theme with magical spirits guiding the story--perfect holiday vibes. The performers were phenomenal: from the ladder walker and high-wire artist to the incredible juggler (she stole the show for me--her skills and energy were out of this world!). Everything was packed into a surprisingly tight stage area, which made the precision and high-flying stunts even more impressive. It wasn't very crowded when we went, the show runs about 30-35 minutes (just right), and it felt well worth the ticket price. If you're at the Gaylord for ICE! or the holiday festivities, don't miss this--it's a dazzling, feel-good addition that left us smiling. Highly recommend!

I rather watch the Polar Express in 144p resolution quality than come here again…read more This was not worth $50... First of all, you get timed tickets for entry, but that doesn't matter honestly, because you're probably going to wait an hour until you finally get into the ICE exhibit. You wait in the Gaylord hallway and then in the Christmas village where they finally scan your tickets, wait in the Gaylord hallway again, back into the village to get these parkas, before you finally go outside to go into the exhibit, which is so small and probably took around 10-15 minutes to go through. I spent more time in this line than the exhibit... The ice sculptures are cute and it's crazy to think someone made these, but it's not worth the money and time to wait in such a line for this! Not to mention some people don't have manners at times so it can get chaotic with taking photos and kids running around. Ice slide is not worth it. This place is not lying about being 9 degrees Fahrenheit so be prepared to be cold. Overpriced "merch" at the end of the exhibit with meh branding and overpriced ornaments and toys you can probably find somewhere else for cheaper.