For $99 per night, unwind at a hip National Harbor hotel then step outside to shops, restaurants and nightlife on the only true waterfront near the nation's capital.

With rates regularly as high as $219 per night, the Aloft Washington National Harbor offers this deal for travel Fridays-Saturdays in August and Sept. 1-5. 

Weekdays (Sunday-Thursday) in August and all other weekends in September are $20 more per night.

The hotel features an indoor pool, cafe, w xyz(SM) bar, free wireless Internet access and free in-room bottled water. The marina, with access to sightseeing cruises and charter boats, is one block away.

Catch free concerts and movies on Fridays and Saturdays along the river or stop in to the upscale farmers market for locally-grown and handmade goods.

Also available: Travel all other weekdays in September at slightly higher rates.

Not available on: Aug. 20; Sept. 3