St. Mary’s Catholic Church
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Canopy by Hilton is an oasis of hip style in the
upscale Pike & Rose development in North
Bethesda, just a few miles south of downtown
Rockville. When it opened in 2018, it was only
the second location in North America of Hilton’s
new sub-brand aimed at younger travelers
seeking accommodations with a more local
feel. From the lobby, with its eye-catching
two-story wall covered in multicolored live
moss, to the minimalist reception area and
sleek but comfortable restaurant and lounge,
the hotel exudes a design-oriented vibe. The
Canopy Central Café offers an all-day menu that
showcases produce from area farms and local
microbrews and wines. The hotel’s secluded
roof terrace has a small ice rink in winter and
open-air seating for the restaurant in the warm
months, and guests have complimentary use of
hotel bikes. A Red Door Salon & Spa by Elizabeth
Arden shares an entrance with the hotel. Pike
& Rose’s wealth of shopping, restaurants and
nightlife venues are just steps away.
Located amid the busy lineup of retailers and
restaurants on Rockville Pike, EVEN Hotel
Rockville is the area’s first wellness-focused
hotel, and one of only about 10 properties so far
of this InterContinenal sub-brand. EVEN provides
in-room fitness equipment such as exercise
balls, resistance bands, and yoga mats, and
rooms have cork flooring and in-room training
videos; there is also a more traditional gym — so
there’s no excuse not to work out during your
stay. Other amenities include “spa-inspired”
showers, bedding made from eucalyptus
fibers, and healthy food and beverage choices
with options for gluten-free or other dietary
considerations. The bright, clean ambiance is
aimed at encouraging not just fitness but also
mental relaxation. The hotel is conveniently
located right across from the Twinbrook Metro
station, providing easy access to downtown D.C.
via public transportation.
Canopy by Hilton
Cambria Hotel has a location that can’t be beat:
It’s in a mixed-use high-rise building just off the
Rockville Town Center, surrounded by dining,
nightlife and shops, just steps from a Regal
Cinema and a short walk from the Rockville
Metro station. This relatively new hotel brand is
aimed at both business and leisure travelers with
lodgings that are deftly integrated into the local
urban fabric. Opened in 2015, the Cambria has
welcoming public areas and spacious rooms with
modern décor and ample work desks. There’s
also an excellent fitness center and heated indoor
pool, as well as an on-site restaurant and bar.
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