They all did for the four main hotels I believe. I’ll be staying at the sheraton in March for another convention so I’ll get to check it out. I’ve only stayed in the Hiltson so far, and Marriott will be new for me next year as well. My friend says the Marriott is the best out of all of them if you can get into it.
The Westin is currently accepting reservations at the DC rate. If you haven’t been and are worried about it being a non-host hotel, don’t be. It’s a block or so from the Hyatt, and it’s a great place to stay. I stayed there for DC '09, and we’re staying there again next year. I was at the Sheraton this year, but missed out for 2011.
anybody knows if any of the main hotels have open rooms? i felt that i missed out on some stuff since i couldnt stay late and couldnt get there early enough
You may be able to get lucky by just calling them directly every week or so. I called the Hyatt 2 weeks ago and got a room for the whole weekend even thought he website said they were full. People cancel and they don’t advertise open rooms sometimes. I’ve been telling people to just call the hotels regularly.
I managed to book a room only 3 weeks before the con last year right in one of the main buildings. I know that might have been unusual luck, but it happens!