Black-Owned Accommodations

Marriott Marquis

Owned by Capstone Development, the hospitality development firm led by Norman K. Jenkins, the Marriott Marquis is a shining example of the upscale lodging in this group’s portfolio. Connected to the Walter E. Washington Convention Center the Marquis is in CityCenter minutes from I-295. 

This beautiful property offers 1175 rooms, and three on-site dining options: the Dignitary, a DC hot spot, the trendy Lobby Lounge, and Anthem, a retro diner. The hotel boasts an 8,000-square-foot, bi-level fitness facility. Guest accommodations include kings, doubles, executive king suites, and deluxe executive king suites. All guest rooms feature high-speed Wi-Fi access, large flat-screen televisions, and workspaces.

The hotel is within walking distance of high-end shopping, dining, and local attractions including the Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art, and Portraiture, home to the National Portrait Gallery (where you can see the official portraits of President and First Lady Barack and Michelle Obama). 901 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001 202-824-9200 

Courtyard Washington, DC Downtown/Convention Center

With its modern architecture, upscale furnishings, and attention-grabbing visuals everywhere you turn, the Courtyard Washington DC is the perfect complement to the larger Marriott Marquis located just down the road, also a part of the Capstone Development portfolio.

The Courtyard leaves no stone unturned when it comes to sleek style and sustainability. This mixed-use space is comprised of over 500 guest rooms that offer free Wi-Fi, luxurious bedding, views, and flat-panel TVs, 214 luxury apartments, and retail space on the lower level that includes the full-service restaurant, The Delegate, that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For some of the City’s best views enjoy drinks on the rooftop bar. All of this in a very walkable neighborhood close to luxury shopping, fine dining, and attractions. The White House is an 18-minute walk away. 901 L St. NW, Washington, DC 20001 202-589-1800

Hyatt Place Washington, DC/White House

Location, location, location! If you are looking for lodging that is an easy walk to all the classic, DC mainstay attractions including the White House, the Washington Monument, and the tidal basin that houses the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial, this 164-room hotel is a great choice. If you’re not in the mood for walking, there are three conveniently located metro stations in the immediate area.

This Hyatt Place location offers free breakfast, free internet access, a fitness center, and an on-site rooftop bar with a decent menu and very cool views. Plus it’s pet friendly too! The hotel is a part of RLJ Lodging Trust’s portfolio, which includes large inventory of name brand hotels across the country. 1522 K St. NW, Washington, DC 20005 202-830-1900

Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington, DC Downtown

One of the best things, for me, about vacationing in an urban area is doing so in a location that makes me feel like I’m a part of the heartbeat of the city. If this attracts you, then Homewood Suites by Hilton is a great place to stay. The suite experience gives the feeling of your own little studio aptartment in the heart of it all. Homewood Suites does a great job of this; comfortable kitchens and seating areas that are flexible with the bedroom gives you a home-away-from-home feeling. The hotel offers free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, king or queen premium suites, as well as king studio suites.

This location is a few blocks away from Streets grocery store. Streets is always full of fresh fruit, veggies, unique beverage choices and prepared foods like sushi—everything you need to stock up your suite for your stay. More interested in eating out? Visit the famous Georgia Brown’s restaurant just six minutes away. Also close to major attractions and landmarks, this property, part of the RLJ Lodging group, is a great choice. 1475 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20005 202-265-8000