New Local Historic Attraction

In February 2008, President Lincoln’s Cottage at the Soldiers’ Home opened to the public for the first time, giving Americans an intimate, never-before-seen view of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency and family life. Designated a National Monument by President Clinton in 2000, President Lincoln’s Cottage served as Lincoln’s family residence for a quarter of his presidency and is the most significant historic site directly associated with Lincoln’s presidency aside from the White House.

Hosted By: National Trust for Historic Preservation
Time: 930AM - 0430PM
Cost: Adults: $12, Children (6-12): $5
Location: 3700 N. Capitol St. NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20011

If you would like to receive more information about this historic site, please visit the link below.

www.lincolncottage.org

Welcome Our New Staff!

Spring has arrived, and we here at the Fairfield Inn Capital Beltway would like to welcome three new members to our team! Our new Assistant General Manager Damien Hammiel, our new Sales Manager Adam Weatherford, and our new Banquet Manager Aaron Brown. All of which come with multiple years of experience in the hospitality industry. Please look for our helpful staff in our hotel lobby, all of our employees will be more than happy to assist you. We will have pictures to follow.

Marriott Blog

Mr. Marriott has an article in his blog about Fairfield Inns this week. I'm attaching the link in case you wish to check it out!


http://www.blogs.marriott.com/default.asp?item=721254

Breakfast Room

The breakfast room facelift has been completed. Wow! Is it nice?

Almost everything you see in the photo is new to include the lighting, the vinyl and the beautiful wood cabinetry. There is enough space to allow us to set a waffle station at the end of the counter and remove the standard table that was in the room to serve as a station in the past. We're thrilled!

Guest Comment- Watkins, Alphretta

"I came to the hotel with my husband while he was on a business trip. I didn't want to go with him at first because we weren't going to be downtown. I feel so blessed that I decided to go. The staff at the hotel, particularly at the front desk was so friendly and warm. They made me feel as if I lived there. Each day I would read in the lobby and they would come over to me and offer me something. It started with homemade chocolate cookies and kept going from there. By day two, they were serving me my Plantation Mint tea! One afternoon I even got a call in my room telling me that they had hors dóeuvres in the lobby and I was welcome to come down and enjoy them! I have travelled with my husband frequently, but never have I felt so much like I belonged. There are some real gems working at the Fairfield Inn. Thank you so much for your hospitality during my stay. If my husband travels to Washington again, I'll be sure to come along!"

New top for the front desk installed this morning!

Front desk renovation

Our front desk renovation was a success! We have a fresh new look and we're a bit more colorful. There is one missing item, which is our counter top. The white one seen in the photos is temporary. Our "real" one should be here in just one more week from today. In the photos, the top left is the "old" front desk while the other photos are the renovated front desk. It looks even better in person. Why not come see for yourself?

New look

As promised, our new look is on the way. The photos show how the front desk looked earlier this week. By the end of the week, we'll show you another update. It will be our almost-finished product.

What's Monday?

Does anyone know why Monday is a special day? Yes, it's Columbus Day. But it's also the day the front desk and breakfast room get a new look. Pardon our small mess, but we will be reconstructing the front desk and the breakfast counter beginning on Monday morning. We promise not to disturb your sleep, and will still provide you with everything you need to have an enjoyable stay. You will find that Lucena and Nortia will be in the lobby to assist with checking you out. Tuesday morning, you'll wake up to see the new and improved look.

Walking/Running Trail

A guest has provided us with a new path that he uses as a walking trail when staying at the hotel. We are attaching it to our blog page. We must point out that though we provide a map for your convenience, we assume no responsibility for injury or damage that may occur while utilizing the route. As with any area, there may be potential hazards. So, as you would in any city, please stay alert!

New Shopping Village

Welcome to the Neighborhood! There is a new shopping village called West Tech Village just two miles from our hotel. The village hosts an IHOP, Five Guys, Jerry's Subs, Moe's Southwest Grill, 7-Eleven, Nail Art and Spa and FedExKinkos. A TGI Friday's is coming before the end of October. If you're looking for a Gold's Gym, it's there too! Feel free to ask the front desk for directions to the new village.

Guest Comment- Brian from Saint Leonard, MD

The room was very nice. My wife and I don't get away too often and your hotel gave us a great escape we will return to again.

Guest Comment- Michael from Newport News, VA

"We attended a football game at University of Maryland and chose to stay at the Fairfield Inn in Beltsville. We weren't disappointed with our decision. Our stay was comfortable and our room was clean. Best of all the agent at the reception desk told us of a "back way" to get to the stadium. How convenient. We were glad to be out of the College Park scene. Too many people in a small town. Thanks for the directions. We'll see you next season. Go Terps!"

Guest Comment- Carolyn from New Jersey

"We've never experienced such accomodating staff. Though you didn't have a bellman, Allen said that he would be happy to help us with our luggage AND he truly seemed happy to help us. The girl in the breakfast room even remembered that my husband used the low-sugar maple syrup, and brought some to us before we sat down! We'll definitely be back when we attend an event in the Washington, DC area. Thank you Fairfield Inn!"

Take a Break from the Heat!

Take a break from the heat!
The sun was strong and flowers were wilting, but the Fairfield Inn staff “watered” its guests with bottles of ice-cold water during the first two weeks of August. As guests arrived at the hotel, they were greeted with chilled bottles of water to help with the cool down process. Though we couldn’t control the temperature of the outdoors, we tried to make the best of it once guests arrived indoors.

New DOS Arrives!

We're excited to announce the arrival of our new Director of Sales, Jolene Pardee. Please watch for her in the hospitality area of the lobby throughout the day, over the next two weeks as we provide complimentary snacks and beverages for all guests! Welcome Jolene!

Exercise Room accessories

Sometimes it's the little things that count. We have purchased new fitness accessories for our exercise room to accompany the cardio equipment. We have had a few guest requests for resistance bands and an exercise ball. Not only did we purchase those two items, but we've added two sets of dumbbells, a weighted ball and an exercise mat. We hope the items will help our guests be able to stick to the typical workout routine they are used to at home.

Guest Comment- Susan from Williamsburg, VA

Service of all staff was excellent. Welcome notes were appreciated. Refrigerator in the room would have been very helpful.

Roxanne Harry, AGM receives certification

Roxanne Harry, Assistant General Manager, has received her certification for Fairfield Inn hotels, after attending training at Marriott's Connect.U in Centreville, VA. The intense training included three classes, Fundamentals (technical), Brand Immersion (culture) and Business Management. Though Roxanne has only been at FFI Capital Beltway for six months, she has worked in the hotel industry for twenty years, starting as a Front Desk Agent in New York City. We're glad she's here now!

Guest Review- Jeannie Ashland, OR

"Lupe was extremely helpful. She got us a taxi driver that was a doll and we used him all week. We also took a tour that Lupe suggested --and loved it! Our room was a joy to come back to everyday- nice, neat and always cleaned. Beds made. GREAT cleaning staff!"