Topaz Hotel   

1733 N St NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-393-3000
www.topazhotel.com

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Located on Embassy Row in upscale Northwest, Topaz is one mile from Union Station, within walking distance of DC's business district and minutes from monuments and museums. But inside, this inn is a sanctuary for the soul -- incarnations away from the demanding DC mindset. The 99-room boutique-style hotel attracts design-savvy and adventurous clients with provocative decor, a morning Power Hour featuring energy drinks like wheatgrass and gingko, along with sunburst tunic-clad desk clerks and bellhops called sherpas. Inside the small lobby candles flicker against walls bathed in bright yellow. Near the large front window, a Moroccan-style settee, draped from above in silky fabrics and piled with velvety pillows, offers a small alcove where guests can rest, read or watch the world go by. Two steps up is a blue and white terrazzo bar surrounded by sapphire leather banquettes. Topaz promotes contentment with every type of uplifting amenity, from plush terry cloth robes and Aveda bath products to complimentary overnight shoeshine, daily newspaper and in-room yoga program. Rooms encourage good karma in East meets West design -- jewel-colored ottomans, silk taffeta drapes and black granite counters against walls, pillows and lamp shades patterned in bold stripes. Instead of chocolate mints, evening turn-down service leaves behind a small bag of river stones to bring guests good luck. You can sip soy milk before bed or at breakfast, pick up a cordless phone to request a personalized horoscope and bring your "best friend" too. The hotel is pet-friendly and dogs are welcome. And while Topaz is serious about creating an exotic, mystical and positive experience, the hotel doesn't take itself too seriously. Under the Dao of Topaz, guests are advised, "Silence is sometimes the best answer. Turning around and running away is a good one too." Other Services and Amenities: Valet Parking Meeting Space for 75 "Group Guru" to help plan meetings, conferences and receptions Concierge Service Fully stocked mini bar Down comforters High-speed wireless Internet Topaz Bar Business Center Special Packages and Hot Date Rates Available