Alexandria Detention Center

First, a disclaimer: You don’t ever want to go to jail, no matter how nice that jail is. For this reason, I don’t think I can in good conscience give this location more than a three star «A-​OK» review. Because, let’s face it, it’s still a jail.
Those things being said, the Alexandria Detention Center is one of the nicest jails I have ever seen. The jail itself is clean (with the exception of 3AB — the mental health unit, but that’s to be expected), the deputies and staff are pleasant and will gladly answer any questions you have about getting around, getting in touch with inmates, processing, etc., and even the cell blocks are pretty nice, with TV’s DVD’s, and ample access to phones. The jail itself is pretty close to the Eisenhower Metro, and the deputies will gladly call a cab for you, should you end up spending the night in the drunk tank.
Like I said, one of the nicest jails I’ve had the opportunity to visit. But that doesn’t mean that you should consider checking it out if you don’t have to.