From ArabianBusiness.com:
Istithmar Hotels, part of the Dubai government-owned Istithmar investment house, is opening a W hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC.
One its closest neighbours will be the President of the United States, who lives on the same street at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
W Washington DC will be located directly across the street from the White House, offering 317 luxurious guest rooms, including 32 suites, a spectacular rooftop bar and terrace and a world-class signature restaurant....MORE
