Stay at the Residence Inn by Marriott Silver Spring and enjoy easy access to the University of Maryland, College Park, and the Gardens Ice House, both within a 10-minute drive. This hotel is conveniently located 10. 6 miles from Howard University and 12. 5 miles from the Smithsonian Institution. Maintain your fitness routine at the on-site fitness center and enjoy a refreshing dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. Each of the 130 guestrooms features a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator and stovetop, a comfortable bed with premium bedding, a double sofa bed, complimentary wired and wireless internet access, and cable programming. You'll also appreciate the convenience of a desk, a separate sitting area, and daily housekeeping. Start your day with the complimentary buffet breakfast and enjoy the complimentary evening reception. A snack bar/deli is also available for quick bites. Additional amenities include a business center, express check-in, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and free self-parking.