Any suggestions for a hotel (kids welcome) on the outskirts of Washington DC near a metro stop?

Q. Looking for recommendations. We want to be able to walk to the metro from the hotel, hop on and head into Washington DC to explore the sites.

A. If you look for hotels in Old Town Alexandria near the King Street Metro Station, I think you'll enjoy it. Old Town Alexandria is full of shops and restaurants. It's a beautiful area. You walk to the metro... and go straight into DC.

Here's an example: The Westin (they say they have family friendly packages & a "kids club." They also have an indoor pool)

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1718

Where to stay in Washington DC with a car?

Q. My husband and I are planning a 3 day trip to Washington DC and I have no idea where we should stay. We'll be driving in and I don't want to pay a fortune for parking. We don't mind a short ride on the metro to get to attractions as we plan on leaving the car at the hotel. We'd like somewhere safe and not too far from downtown. Any suggestions? I was looking at Alexandria or that area but I just have no idea. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

A. Both Alexandria and Arlington have large hotels in their central areas that charge for parking. But both cities have many good hotels just a mile or two from the city centers with free parking and are still close to metro stations. Examples: Eisenhower Ave in Alexandria has a Holiday Inn and a Marriott Courtyard with a metro station within walking distance. Richmond Hwy south (Rt 1) has a Hampton Inn, Springhill Suites, and a Best Western. Several good hotels on Leesburg Pike also.

Is it illegal for an employer to have no employee handbook?

Q. I work in a hotel in Washington DC. Its privately owned along with two others. There is no employee handbook. Not only that, but my check was missing four days of work. Is it a requirement by law that an employer must have a handbook? Also, where can I go if they do not pay me for those four missing days?

A. Employee handbooks are not mandatory.

Best bet for the pay is ask them.

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