Visiting Washington, DC for the first time? Frequent business traveler to the nation’s capital? Hitting the District for an internship, semester of study, or other reason? Whatever the circumstances, your stay in Washington, D.C. does not have to break the bank. True, Washington, D.C. has its fair share of world-class hotels with high-priced room rates to match. But, there are also many affordable and convenient lodging options in this exciting, capital city.
Where to find affordable lodging in the Washington, D.C. metro region? Check out these great lodging options and accommodations that will make your next trip to Washington, D.C. both memorable and affordable.
Hostels in Washington, D.C.
Gallery Inn Hotel
Website: www.galleryinnhotel.com/
1850 Florida Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009-1709
Telephone: (202) 234-8788
Rates: From $50.
Bargain lodging in nation’s capital. Convenient to Connecticut Avenue, Dupont Circle metro stop, and downtown DC. Exec studios can handle up to 3 guests. Quiet, cozy and affordable. Great for students, interns. Clean and comfortable hostel at a price that can’t be beat.
Capitol City
2411 Benning Road, NE
Washington, D.C.
Telephone: (202) 387-1328
Rates: From $20.
No private rooms. About 20 minutes from Union Station, 2 miles from U.S. Capitol. Clean, comfortable, bunk house hostel. Hot showers available. Clean linen. Breakfast. Common rooms and areas. Free internet. Great for tourists, student visitors.
Campgrounds
Aquia Pines Camp Resort
Website: www.aquiapines.com
3071 Jefferson Davis Highway
Stafford, Virginia 22554
Telephone: (540) 659-3447
Open: Year Round
Rates: From $42.00 (no water/electric) to $48 (water/electric/sewer), plus other fees that apply. Rustic Cabin $52.50; Luxury Cabins $118.00.
Location: About 45 minutes to 1 hour drive to Washington, D.C., depending upon traffic. Outside the Beltway. Convenient to I-95, Route 1, and I-495.
Full service campground & RV park. Swimming pool, mini golf, pavilion with fireplace. Super place. Clean and affordable. Summer in the city couldn’t be any easier. Convenient by car, bus or train to both Fredericksburg and Washington, D.C.
Burke Lake Park – Campgrounds
Website: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burkelake/burkecamp/
7315 Ox Road
Fairfax Station, Virginia
Telephone: (703) 323-6600
Open: April through end of October
Rates: $25 (or first night’s fee) security deposit. County/Non-County Residents: $25/per night; Senior (63+ years) County Residents: $16.25/per night; Senior Non-County Residents: $20/per night.
Location: About 45 minutes to 1 hour drive to Washington, D.C., depending upon traffic. Outside the Beltway. Convenient to I-66, Fairfax County Parkway, and I-495.
100 campsites, but no electric or water hook ups. Full-service bathhouse. Grills, picnic tables, the works. Dump station. 218-acre lake with full service marina. Golf course, mini golf, and store. Groups welcome, per person fees apply. Pets allowed. A hop, skip and a jump by car from the nation’s capital or Vienna metro station stop.
Lake Fairfax Park – Campgrounds
Website: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/lakefairfax/fairfaxcamp/
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive
Reston, Virginia
Telephone: (703) 471-5415
Open: Year Round
Rates: $25 (or first night’s fee) security deposit. County/Non-County Residents: $25/per night; Senior (63+ years) County Residents: $16.25/night; Senior Non-County Residents: $20/night. Additional fees apply for electric and water hook up.
Location: About 45 minutes to 1 hour drive to Washington, D.C., depending upon traffic. Outside the Beltway. Convenient to Route 1, I-66, Route 123, and I-495.
54 sites with electrical hookups, grills, picnic tables, and fire rings. Full-service bathhouse, showers. Groups welcome, per person fees apply. Pets allowed. 18- acre lake, swimming hole, and other recreation. A hop, skip and a jump by car from the nation’s capital or Vienna metro station stop.
Motels in Nearby Northern Virginia
Americana Hotel
Website: www.americanahotel.com
1400 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, Virginia 22202
Telephone: (703) 979-3772
Rates: From $79
Fifteen or Twenty minutes and you’re in the District. Clean, cheap tourist hotel on Route 1 in Crystal City, a short drive or bus ride from the city. Convenient to Pentagon City mall, restaurants, bus and metro stops. Ten minutes from National Airport, rental cars.
Inns of Virginia
Website: www.innsofva.com/
3335 Lee Highway
Arlington, Virginia 22207
Telephone: (703) 524-9800 (local); (800) 677-4797 (toll free)
Rates: From $89
Short walk or drive from historic Georgetown. Close to I-66 and Spout Run Parkway. Near bus stop and steps from Metro rail. Clean, comfortable, and newly renovated. Everything for the business traveler, students and families alike. Free breakfast, parking.
Hotels, Inns, B&Bs; & Suites in Washington, D.C.
Aaron Shipman House
Website: www.aaronshipmanhouse.com/
Q Street, NW (near 13th Street), P. O. Box 12011
Washington, D.C. 20009
Telephone: (877) 893-3233 (toll free); (202) 328-3510 (local)
Rates: $115 to $205 (off season); $145-$275 (in season). Shop online for deals and discounts.
Conveniently located, 1 block north of Logan Circle. Family-friendly and great for business travelers and singles alike. Features six (6) guestrooms and one (1) apartment. European style B&B;, hot breakfast available daily. Walking distance to DC attractions, downtown Washington, Dupont Circle metro stop. Online reservations.
The Brookland Inn
Email: inn@theinnatdupontcircle.com
3742 12th Street, NE
Washington, D.C. 20017
Telephone: (866) 467-2100 (toll free); (202) 467-6777 (local)
Rates: $150 to $250
Located in the lovely Brookland neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Near Catholic University of America, National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, and Franciscan Monastery. 1 block from Brookland metro station stop. One of several “Dupont Collection Inns” in Washington, D.C.
Comfort Inn Convention Center DC
Website: www.comfortinn.com/hotel-washington-district_of_columbia-DC601
1201 13th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
Telephone: (202) 682-5300
Rates: $149 to $199; Shop online for best deals, discounts.
Steps from the Verizon Center where the Georgetown Hoyas, Washington Wizards, and Washington Capitals play. Short walk to Penn Quarter restaurants and hot spots. Great location. Easy access from I-395, 14th Street and Theodore Roosevelt Bridges.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott®
Website: www.marriott.com
2305 New York Avenue, NE
Washington, D.C. 20002
Telephone: (202) 266-3000
Rates: From $135
While not in a walking neighborhood, this motel has 126 guestrooms and suites, complimentary hot breakfast and free shuttle service to Union Station (for Amtrak and metro rail and bus), and the downtown Convention Center. Not far from the National Arboretum. Shop online for rate deals. Marriott points may apply. Check it out.
Harrington Hotel
Website: www.hotel-harrington.com
436 11th Street, N.W. (11th & E St NW)
Washington D.C. 20004
Telephone: (800) 424-8532 (toll free); (202) 628-8140 (local)
Email: reservations@hotel-harrington.com
Rates: $99 to $179 (off season); $109 to $189 (in season)
What can we say about Hotel Harrington? First, it’s Washington, D.C.’s oldest continuously operating hotel. Second, it’s a primo tourist destination. Third, it’s cheap for a clean and comfortable downtown hotel. Steps from the White House, Washington Monument, museums, Metro Center, Theater District, and Convention Center. Adjacent to Penn Quarter which is known for its red-hot restaurants and night life. Within walking distance to Verizon Center. No, it’s not the Ritz, but this is one hotel that can’t be beat. Parking available.
Hotel Lombardy
Website: www.hotellombardy.com/
2019 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20006
Telephone: (202) 828-2600
Rates: From $175. Check online booking for discount rates/packages.
Located in Foggy Bottom section of Washington, D.C. this bed and breakfast is convenient to the Kennedy Center, White House, theater district, and other DC attractions. 149 guest rooms and 20 suites. Charming hotel, but be sure to shop the discounts.
Inn at Dupont Circle (North)
Email: inn@theinnatdupontcircle.com
1620 T Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009
Telephone: (866) 467-2100 (toll free); (202) 467-6777 (local)
Rates: From $95
Steps from Dupont Circle, metro bus and rail, close to downtown Washington, D.C. Elegant and affordable lodging, hospitality plus. One of several “Dupont Collection Inns” in Washington, D.C. Affordable DC destination inn.
The Jackson Guest House
Email: inn@theinnatdupontcircle.com
3200 16th Street, NE
Washington, D.C. 20018
Telephone: (866) 467-2100 (toll free); (202) 467-6777 (local)
Rates: $95 to $135
In lovely Brookland section of Washington, D.C. Convenient to Catholic University of America, National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, and Franciscan Monastery. Rates that can’t be beat. Affordable DC destination inn. One of several “Dupont Collection Inns” in Washington, D.C.
Red Roof Inn – Washington DC Downtown
Website: www.redroof.com
500 H Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20001
Telephone: (202) 289-5959
Rates: From $144
Steps from Verizon Center, Penn Quarter and Washington’s famous Chinatown arch. Minutes away from monuments, museums and DC attractions. Economy motel property. Lots of amenities, including bar and restaurant onsite. What could be easier?
The River Inn
Website: www.theriverinn.com
924 25th Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20037
Telephone: (202) 337-7600
Rates: $125 to $179. Best rate guaranteed
125 nicely-appointed guest suites in the West End. Great location adjacent to downtown section of Washington, D.C. Flat screen TVs, wireless access, and the works. Perfect hotel for the business traveler. Great discounts and rates available online. Within walking distance of White House, Georgetown, Washington, D.C. attractions. Onsite restaurant. Luxury rooms at discount prices.
St. James Suites
950 24th Street, NW
Washington D.C. 20037
Telephone: (202) 457-0500
Rates: $139 to $239
Euro hotel in Foggy Bottom district of Washington, D.C. Convenient to Kennedy Center, George Washington University, DAR Constitution Hall, White House, Georgetown, and other DC attractions. Check online for great deals and discounts.
Tabard Inn
Website: www.tabardinn.com
1739 N Street, NW
Washington D.C. 20036
Telephone: (202) 785-1277
Rates: From $113 (shared bath); From $158 (private bath)
Check out this little Inn. Five blocks from the White House. 40 sleeping rooms. Conveniently located, but feels like a world away. Lovely accomodations. Great service. Restaurant onsite. Affordable DC destination inn.
William Lewis House
Website: www.wlewishous.com/index.htm
1309 R Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009
Telephone: (800) 465-7574 (toll free); (202) 462-7574 (local)
Rates: $79-$149 (off season); $89-$159 (in season)
“Washington, DC’s premier Gay Bed & Breakfast.” Ten (10) beautifully furnished bedrooms in Edwardian style. Continental breakfast during the week. Continental breakfast during the week. Home-cooked breakfasts on the weekend. A delightful property.
Windsor Park Hotel
Website: www.windsorparkhotel.com
2116 Kalorama Road, NW (Near Dupont Circle)
Washington, D.C. 20008
Telephone: (202) 483-7700
Rates: From $146
If you like small, intimate inns and guest houses, this one’s for you. Clean, quiet, all the basics. Overlooks Rock Creek Park. Steps away from the National Zoo, Embassy Row, and several metro station stops.
Woodley Park Guest House
Website: www.dcinns.com/woodley.html
Email: woodley@dcinns.com
2647 Woodley Road, NW
Washington, D.C. 20008
Telephone: (866) 667-0218 (toll free); (202) 667-0218 (local)
Rates: $130-$230 per night
Find out why the Woodley Park Guest House is one of the most popular bed and breakfast inns in Washington, DC. Steps away from National Zoo, Dupont Circle, and Adams Morgan. Short walk to Woodley Park metro stop. Check out the $130-$155 private room/shared bath option. Good price for this neighborhood.
Resources
Capitol Reservations, Washington, D.C. Hotels Listing
www.washingtondchotels.com/hotel_listings.htm
Dupont Collection Inns – Washington, D.C.
Trip Advisor
www.tripadvisor.com
Frugal Travel / Change Up
www.changeupmag.com/tag/frugal-travel
Student Universe
http://www.studentuniverse.com/
Boots n All, Ultimate Travel Resource for the Independent Traveler
www.bootsnall.com/
