A Night to Remember

These Local Hotels Pamper Exhausted Newlyweds

We know you're supposed to have swinging-from-the-chandeliers nooky on your wedding night. But after a day of smiling, hugging and trying to remember the names of your guests, maybe it's just not going to happen. Whether you're exhilarated, exhausted or both, these four local hotels can make your wedding night special, even if all you do is pull the 5,000 hairpins out of your 'do, shed the bow tie and watch "Cops."

The Willard

History buffs will appreciate the venerable Willard: The original hotel dates back to 1850, and the establishment's romantic attic suite is named for Jenny Lind, the famed 19th-century Swedish opera singer who frequented the hotel. You step first into a nook (it'd be ideal for a quiet breakfast), then head upstairs to a sitting area, bedroom and bathroom. The Jacuzzi, nestled into a recess in the wall, faces a portal window framing the Washington Monument. Enjoy the included champagne, chocolate-dipped strawberries and love poetry under the cozy hexagonal ceiling in the bedroom, and depart with a gift certificate for one night's stay in a standard room one year later.

Capital Night of Romance in Jenny Lind suite starts at $2,300; Romantic Escape package (sparkling wine, flowers, chocolates) starts from $359 in standard rooms. 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW; 202-628-9100, washington.intercontinental.com

Hotel George

Capitol Hill types, hipsters and narcissists should hit the mod, minimalist George (as in Washington) suite at the Hotel George for mirrors, mirrors, mirrors. One giant rectangular model hangs above the bed -- not on the ceiling, alas, just on the wall, reflecting the room's soothing tan decor. Mirrors also crowd the bathroom, which also manages to hold a generous tub and a two-person glass shower boasting a built-in bench. The romance package buys you a bottle of Tattinger, a CD of swoony songs and a woodsy-smelling candle. And though room service only goes till 10:30 p.m., Bistro Bis is right downstairs for brunch.

Romance on Capitol Hill (available Thursday through Sunday): George Suite $650, Deluxe King $259; 15 E St. NW; 202-347-4200; hotelgeorge.com

Mandarin Oriental

Among the standout features of the Mandarin Oriental Presidential suite are the Tidal Basin views and the dramatic black bedframe. Or, skip that and stay in the cavernous glass-enclosed shower, which sports two monsoon showerheads (75 jets each!) and 18 jets mounted on the walls. If you don't need the grand piano, chess set, workout room and office, the Water Premiere rooms are lovely as well. Order chocolate fondue, or have a spa therapist run a bath. Plus, National Airport is only about 10 minutes away.

Water premiere starts at $595, presidential suite, $8,000, 1330 Maryland Ave. SW; 202-554-8588; mandarinoriental.com/washington

Four Seasons

Just-marrieds don't get a special package at the Four Seasons, but the hotel's inherent romance more than makes up for it. The standard Deluxe room should be just fine for a wedding night. Freshly renovated, each comes in romantic mauve or soothing sage decor and has a massive limestone bathroom. There's 24-hour room service, so score some Cristal and créme brûlée at 3 a.m. to celebrate. And don't steal the terrycloth robes: Order your own, embroidered with your (possibly new) initials ($100 without monogram, $125 with).

$595 for Deluxe Room , 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW; 202-342-0444; fourseasons.com/washington