When your group has business in Washington and stays at one of our D.C. properties, they've got closer proximity to the political scene than just a view of the Capitol. Read on to find out from these Hyatt employees exactly where your group should go to find their favorite politician and hang out with this city's movers and shakers.

Bob Jacobs Director of Sales, Hyatt Regency Washington

With 834 guestrooms, 35,000 square feet of meeting space and a central location on Capitol Hill, Hyatt Regency Washington is a favorite with meeting planners and politicians alike. Here, Bob gives us the scoop on the political scene inside the hotel.

Name dropping: Many politicians frequent our private club, The Capitol View Club. Senators Trent Lott, Fred Thompson and John McCain; Congressmen Tom Delay, Kurt Weldon, Tim Holden and John Doolittle; and Congresswoman Lois Capps are just a few familiar faces.

Senator snip and clip: Senator Ted Kennedy regularly gets his hair cut at The Hair Salon located in Hyatt Regency Washington. When the senator's extra busy, the salon owner goes to his office to cut his hair. How's that for personal service?

John Tiffey Director of Sales, Park Hyatt Washington

Park Hyatt Washington's prime location in the fashionable West End of D.C. means that John sees more than his fair share of politicians and celebrities. So, if you're looking to rub elbows with the famous and infamous, John can certainly point you in the right direction.

Hobnobbing hangout: La Colline, a classic French restaurant on Capitol Street, is a great place to peek at political celebrities. And at a bargain price, too. A typical three-course lunch here only adds up to about $20. Another House and Senate favorite, Monocle on Capitol Hill, has the best crab cakes in town.

The East Coast's Melrose Place: The four-star Melrose Restaurant and Bar at Park Hyatt is a favorite venue for politicians seeking to get away from it all. Who can blame them? The restaurant offers great seafood and a spectacular sunlit setting.

Marnie Litz Director of Public Relations, Grand Hyatt Washington

Located just across the street from the Washington Convention Center, the Grand Hyatt Washington is always filled with political groups of every kind. Last inauguration, for instance, the hotel hosted the Arkansas State Delegation's Ball, at which President and Mrs. Clinton made an appearance. For more inside information, we've turned to Marnie.

Who could ask for better security? Don't be surprised if you see people wearing dark glasses and trench coats at our property. The Secret Service is just next door, the FBI headquarters is located down the street, and both agencies are regular visitors to Grand Hyatt.

Blowing smoke: Washingtonians also love Butlers — Grand Hyatt's very own cigar bar. In addition to famous faces, there's a collection of brass ownership plates of savvy politicians such as Jesse Jackson Jr. and cigar greats like Marvin Shanken. Delegations such as the Congressional Black Caucus have also held annual parties at Butlers, and this year singer Patti Labelle joined them.

Party time: When it comes to catering political events, our off-premise caterer Grand Cuisine is one of the best. We've catered important events at the Smithsonian's Air and Space Museum, the National Building Museum and the Museum of Natural History — all great venues for Washington events.