Location. The Hotel Helix is located four blocks from the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C. This property stands eight blocks from The White House and one mile from the National Mall.
Hotel Features. Blue color schemes predominate throughout this stylish hotel. The lobby is filled with mod vinyl furnishings, Andy Warhol prints and registration podiums infused with colored lights. The Helix Lounge features a semi circular metallic bar, a volcano shaped settee, lighted ottomans and a patent leather lined alcove hidden by gauzy drapes. Chefs serve American fare and host summertime grill out parties on the outdoor patio. The hotel hosts a daily complimentary "bubbly hour" with wine and Champagne. A business center contains one computer station, and wireless Internet access is complimentary in public areas. A CD library is located in the lobby area. A complimentary, 24 hour fitness room contains television mounted cardiovascular machines and weight machines.

Guestrooms. The 10 story Hotel Helix offers 178 guest accommodations that include 18 suites. All rooms feature contemporary décor with bold colors, sleek modern furnishings and retro art prints. Beds are draped beneath premium linens and faux fur throws. Flat screen televisions and CD players are mounted on swivels. Rooms include minibars and coffeemakers. Complimentary, laptop compatible, in room safes are provided. Tiled bathrooms feature orange pedestal sinks, animal print bathrobes and massage showerheads. Bathrooms are stocked with Aveda toiletries. High speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Expert Tip. Should you place a telephoned request to the front desk during your stay, don't be surprised if Austin Powers' voice responds to your call. Groovy, baby.

Check-In

3 p.m.

Check-Out

12 p.m.

Area attractions

Area Attractions: White House .5 Mi Se Washington Monument .5 Mi Se The Mall .5 Mi Se Us Capitol .75 Mi E Lincoln Memorial 1.0 Mi Sw Tidal Basin 1.0 Mi Sw Jefferson Memorial 1.0 Mi Sw Kennedy Center .5 Mi Sw Union Station 1.0 Mi E Smithsonian Museums .5 1 Mi E Arlington National Cemetary 4.0 Mi Sw Pentagon 4.0 Mi Sw Dupont Circle 5 Blocks Nw Georgetown .5 Mi W Adams Morgan 1.0 Mi Nw Fashion Square Mall 4.0 Mi SwNational Forest Institution 1 Mi ENational Geographic 1 Mi ENational Paint And Coat 1 Mi ENational Wildlife Assn 1 Mi ENigeria Embassy 1 Mi E

Driving directions

From Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is five miles.

Take George Washington Memorial Parkway to Route 1 North.
Continue over the 14th Street Bridge.
US 1 becomes 14th Street NW.
Continue around the Thomas Circle.
Turn right on Massachusetts Avenue NW, then right on 15th Street NW.
Turn right on Rhode Island Avenue NW.
The hotel is located on the right.