Where are you headed this summer?

[Anonymous]

I'm in need of some time off and and hoping you can share your vacation hot spots this season. I have searched unsuccessfully on TripAdvisor.com for ideas. I'm looking for a nice hotel within a 4-5 hour drive from the DC metro area WITH room service (again I need a weekend off lol) and pool or some body of water where my husband, 8mo and I can lounge, swim and play. I've searched PA, WV, MD, VA, and NC without much luck but I think it simply comes from not being a native of the east coast and totally unfamiliar with all the hot spots.

Please tell me where you're headed and your thoughts on the property as I am in need of some ideas.


TIA!

[Anonymous]

I'd suggest the Baltimore Waterfront Marriott, we stay there every year for July 4. They have 24 hour room service, great rooms (see if you can get one overlooking the harbor, a corner one if you have the extra money.) They have some packages that will include breakfast, Sunday brunch is excellent. The indoor/outdoor pool area is really nice. Plus you can't beat it's location, right on the harbor with a ton of stuff to do, aquarium, boat rides, shopping, other dining, etc.

The Annapolis Waterfront Marriott probably has a similar setup, although I've never stayed there.

Have you checked out beach locations, Hilton Virginia Beach, Hilton Ocean City, Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels, MD?

[Anonymous]

Nemacolin resort in PA may fit the bill. I've never been there, but I've heard good things about it. Possibly Homestead resort and/or Greenbriar also?

[Anonymous]

Love all three of the above places-Homestead is offering three nights for the price of two. Just stayed at the Greenbrier-my fav but it's pricey although they too are offering deals.

[Anonymous]

I was recommended the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina which is located in Cambridge, MD for a nearby mini-trip to relax. When your DC is older, you can fully take advantage of Camp Hyatt.

We have been to St Michaels and Inn at Perry Cabin is gorgeous.

[Anonymous]

Hyatt Regency is pure cheese and not the good kind from France. It is also pensive for being so yucky. If you are going to spend the cash-definitely go to Inn at Perry Cabin.

[Anonymous]

New England - TOTALLY worth the longer ride!

[Anonymous]

Nemacolin!!

[Anonymous]

OP here. Thanks for the suggestions and please keep them coming. To the poster who suggested New England, any hotel recommendations?

Thank you again.