Hotel Helix, Washington DC, Welcoming

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4th

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Hotel Helix	Average Price: $319 Check Rates

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1430 Rhode Island Avenue NorthWest

Washington DC, 20006 View map

3-Star Hotel Rank: 2 of 58
Average review rating: 3.93

OpinionWell Value Index: 4

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (3) , Expedia (37) , Travelocity (7) , TripAdvisor (575) , YahooTravel (21)

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Construction:	No recent comments about construction were found.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. Although we did not have our pet with us, I did see they were very welcoming to pets.

"Best Family Rooms on the Planet! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/8/2012 Vote

2. I realize that the style and vibe of this great hotel may not speak to every traveler out there (I'm thinking of the ones who find comfort in the cookie-cutter version of hotels), but for me (someone who travels for work and stays in hotels frequently) this was a welcome change of pace.

"No complaints! Great stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/8/2012 Vote

3. The staff was welcoming and quite friendly.

"Fun place to stay in DC " Read full review on TripAdvisor 2/28/2012 Vote

4. Pet friendly, Staff are very nice, diverse and welcoming.

"Funky Hotel with great location " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/14/2012 Vote

5. The personalized customer service is outstanding with employee Mark Maddox being especially helpful and really making sure my friend felt welcome and had everything he needed.

"A wonderful experience " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/1/2012 Vote

6. Sometimes we bring our dogs-which they welcome, sometimes just us for a weekend getaway (we live in Richmond, VA).

"I love Hotel Helix! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/31/2011 Vote

7. Every day when we returned to the hotel, we were greeted with 'welcome back.

"Fun hotel, excellent value " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/29/2011 Vote

8. My only complaint is that the hotel is pet friendly - pets of all types are welcome- which is great if you are traveling with your pet, but i am sure it makes keeping the hotel rooms & common areas clean very difficult.

"Long Overdue Review " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/4/2011 Vote

9. We would thoroughly recommend this hotel, it served all our needs and more and turned our stay into an amusing and welcome break from what was otherwise a non-stop trip.

"Groovy hotel, conveniently located and psychadellic decor! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/1/2011 Vote

10. Most importanly the personel at this facility show every courtesy to their guests and make you feel as if you were a welcomed member of the family or a visiting VIP.

"A marvelous experience " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/1/2011 Vote