I would try to avoid Waldorf and go for LaPlata (which is strict, and will lock your $$$ up quick for partying), California, MD or lexington Park area (within 15 Miles) of MIR. There are plenty of good places between D.C. and Baltamore that are less than a 1 1/2 hour drive from MIR. Just not in traffic hour.
MIR is kind of nowhere but easily to get to. Just pendindg on traffic (hours) to get there.