Lorien Hotel & Spa

A 5-minute walk from the King Street Metro Station, this modern hotel is situated amid the shops and restaurants of Old Town Alexandria. The chic, modern rooms feature Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, polished desks and ergonomic chairs; some have spa-style bathrooms with rain showers or claw-foot tubs. Suites add living rooms and furnished terraces with rooftop views. In addition to a spa, there's also dining and a tasting room, stylish event space and a 24/7 fitness center.