We booked via hotel web site which asks for preference such as floor level, pillow firmness, etc. and we got what we thought was a great rate through AARP. When we arrived we discovered that parking would cost $25 per night so the great rate was now really over $200/night. They also seemed to not take into consideration any of... more

My two night stay at The Lorien could not have been more divine. The staff? Always ON. From having the door open automatically as I approached to hunting down safety pins, this front line is beyond Disneyworld! No matter how crazy my group of girls got with little (and big!) requests the staff responded with grace and speed. The room?... more

I took my mom to DC this spring for a milestone birthday for her. We stayed at the Lorien and truly enjoyed the experience. The tones and color of the hotel are very soothing. And the staff is very attentive. The rooms very clean and just the amount of space we needed. As we did much of this trip on... more

All Kimpton products I have stayed in have been good. This was superb. Staff was all eager to provide TRUE service. If you are a regular at Kimpton be aware the evening wine reception is not allowed in VA. However, I asked about the reception and was told no but was provided a free drink as an apology for not... more

Tagging a day of sightseeing onto the end of a conference, I looked for a hotel with a unique identity in an interesting place. Like the other Kimpton Hotels, the Lorien was all wanted and more: stylish, intimate and well-located. The hotel is situated close enough to the Metro to walk there with luggage in tow and a pleasant stroll... more

The hotel is in a great location about 4 blocks from the Alexandria Metro. I was in town for a meeting in Crystal City, so the quick walk to the metro was great. It is, however, on a far side of the Old Town Alexandria walking area/shops/resturants. The hotel is styled in a edgy, modern, classic lines look with lots... more

Stayed at the Lorien for the first time the weekend of October 16th. I had stayed in Alexandria previously at both the Hilton and a Sheraton several years ago. The Lorien caught my eye because I didn't remember seeing the previous year we had stayed in the area. I booked the room through American Express travel and paid with points... more

The location of this hotel was great. It is right in the middle of Old Town, with walking distance to everything. The hotel itself is set back off of the street. There is a courtyard in front as you walk in, that is probably awesome in warmer weather. The staff were great and very accommodating. Our room was really nice... more

This is the third time my wife, daughter, dog and I have stayed at the lovely Lorien. It seems to get better with each stay. The hotel is located on King Street, so it's very convenient to Old Town, the Metro and the Interstate. At the same time, because it's tucked away and in a less busy part of Old... more