Hotels in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia

Hotels in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia
The 300-year-old cobblestone streets give the historic city of Alexandria a bit of old-world charm blended with all the comforts of modern life. Just outside of the nation's capital, Old Town Alexandria offers a number of biking, hiking, and jogging trails, beautiful parks and gardens, and endless fun on the Potomac River, making the city the ideal destination for the adventurous traveler.

Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Located directly across the street from the King Street Metro station, the European-inspired Hilton Alexandria is conveniently situated just two blocks from the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Its almost 250 elegantly decorated spacious rooms and suites feature large bathrooms, cable television and "The Bed," Hilton's signature, overstuffed mattresses. Guests also have access to an on-site restaurant and piano bar, a state-of-the-art health and fitness center with a heated indoor pool, and a full-service Starbucks. The Hilton is ideally seated among a variety of shops, restaurants, theaters and attractions, including the Potomac River. Guests can enjoy water taxi rides to Washington, D.C., embark on biking tours along the Mount Vernon Trail, and explore Alexandria's gardens and museums on walking tours of the historic city. With rates starting at $129 a night (as of November 2009, subject to change based on availability), the Hilton Alexandria offers affordability, luxury and comfort for travelers who are looking for prime location on a budget.

1767 King St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 837-0440
alexandriahilton.com

Hotel Monaco Alexandria

Nestled in the heart of Old Town Alexandria lies the Hotel Monaco. Boasting 241 rooms and suites, guests are treated to beautiful, spacious accommodations filled with historically inspired décor and large windows, offering great views of the city. Hotel Monaco is conveniently located near walking/biking trails and the Potomac River, where boats can be rented. Less than three blocks from the Carlyle House & Historic Park, hikers and bikers will be pleased to know that Hotel Monaco also is only 10 minutes from downtown Washington, numerous museums and monuments, and less than 10 miles from the Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens. Guests also have access to a large, heated indoor pool on the third floor, flat-screen cable television and an on-site restaurant that specializes in contemporary versions of classic American fare.

480 King St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(800) 368-5047
monaco-alexandria.com

Crowne Plaza Old Town Alexandria Hotel

Resting on the banks of the Potomac River is the majestic Crowne Plaza Hotel. Just a few minutes from the heart of Old Town, the Crowne Plaza boasts more than 250 large rooms and suites that include flat-screen cable television, walk-in closets, spacious bathrooms and a number of sleep amenities including eye masks, earplugs and a soothing-sounds CD. With every room featuring large windows, guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the Potomac River and the National Harbor. The Crowne Plaza also provides guests a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center, a well-equipped business center and an on-site restaurant that offers a variety of foods for every meal, including a large breakfast buffet and a children's menu. Nearby, guests can rent kayaks and bikes to explore the Potomac and discover Alexandria's numerous trails.

901 N. Fairfax St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 683-6000
cpoldtownalexandriahotel.com

Article Written By Ayisatu J. Taylor

Ayisatu J. Taylor is a graduate of Smith College and has been writing for 5 years. She lives in the Washington Metropolitan area and plans to attend graduate school to study public health. Ms. Taylor is an avid traveler with a passion for good music, good movies, good food, and good friends.

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