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Hotel AKA Alexandria

625 1st St, Alexandria, VA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
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Non-Smoking
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About this property

Hotel AKA Alexandria, a 4-star property of AKA Hotels, is located in Alexandria's Old Town North neighborhood, approximately 2 miles from Washington Reagan National Airport. The hotel offers 178 rooms, including 17 suites, making it a substantial accommodation option for visitors to the region.

Guest rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen televisions, and memory foam beds dressed in down comforters and Frette Italian linens. Each room includes a private bathroom with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries, along with complimentary wireless internet and cable programming. The property earned a 4.8 out of 5 comfort rating from guests.

Dining options include a.cafe, the on-site restaurant serving lunch and snacks, plus a coffee shop and bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to noon for an additional fee.

Recreation and wellness amenities feature a 24-hour fitness center, complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, and full concierge services. The hotel provides a business center, eight meeting rooms, and tour or ticket assistance. Parking options include covered parking and valet service for an additional fee. Bicycle and scooter rentals are available nearby, along with access to hiking, biking, kayaking, canoeing, and boating opportunities in the surrounding area.

The location provides convenient access to major attractions. A 10-minute drive places guests near the Smithsonian Institution and National Mall. MGM National Harbor Casino is 5.8 miles away, and the United States Capitol is 6.7 miles distant. The Potomac River, Torpedo Factory Art Center, and George Washington Masonic National Memorial are also nearby.

Check-in is available from 3:00 PM onward, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property welcomes dogs up to 50 pounds, with a maximum of two pets per room at USD 175 per room. Service animals are permitted at no additional charge. The hotel is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and LGBTQIA+ friendly. Overall guest rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Hotel AKA Alexandria in Alexandria (Old Town North), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Smithsonian Institution and National Mall. This hotel is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from MGM National Harbor Casino and 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from United States Capitol.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Potomac River - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Market Square - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Torpedo Factory Art Center - 1.5 km / 1 mi
George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Birchmere - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Potomac River Waterfront Park - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Fashion Center at Pentagon City - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
The Capital Wheel - 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
The Theater at MGM National Harbor - 9 km / 5.6 mi
Washington Monument - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi
National Mall - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi
The Anthem - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Tidal Basin - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
National Museum of African American History and Culture - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
MGM National Harbor Casino - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 6.4 km / 4 mi
College Park, MD (CGS) - 35.5 km / 22 mi
Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD) - 55.1 km / 34.2 mi
Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 52.6 km / 32.7 mi
Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 52.8 km / 32.8 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 180 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your memory foam bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.

Dining

Stop by the hotel's restaurant, a.cafe, for lunch, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to noon for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 8 meeting rooms available for events.

Getting here

Washington Reagan National Airport - Approx 2 miles from hotel
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Parking Info/24-hour valet parking available on-site Covered valet parking fee: USD 44 per night, USD 20 per day (in/out privileges)". Destination fee: USD 25 + tax per stay

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 23
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 50
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Pets under 50 pounds are permitted. Dogs only. Pet fee: USD 175 per room
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.88 per accommodation, per night
  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 25 to 50 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0 per night (rates may vary)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 44 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 175 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night<

Know before you go

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).