Cheap Rooms in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. is a large city, but one of the best ways to get around in the city is by bike. Visitors can take a guided tour or rent bikes and go their own way. Hopping into a canoe or kayak, outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Potomac, or check out a boathouse and rent a small boat for a fishing excursion. D.C.'s Rock Creek Park is 1,754 acres and offers skating, biking, and hiking, as well as the National Zoo, Nature Center, and Planetarium. When it's time to rest up for the next day, these hotels offer accommodations that won't break the bank.

District Hotel

The District Hotel was established in 1920, and retains the charm of Washington's historic past. The hotel's location in the middle of Washington's Historic District puts guests just a short walk to the White House, Embassy Row, Smithsonian Museum, and many of the monuments, as well as quaint shops, restaurants and galleries. It is also a short drive to many of the interstates. Rooms range from cozy double twin bedded rooms to single queen or king bed rooms. There is free daily continental breakfast and concierge service to help you plan outings.

District Hotel
1440 Rhode Island Ave. NW
Washington D.C. 20005
(202) 232-7800

Comfort Inn Convention Center

The Comfort Inn Convention Center is at 13th and M Streets, and just a short walk to the Convention Center and Verizon Center, where the NBA's Wizards, the NHL's Capitals, the Georgetown Hoyas, and the the WNBA's Washington Mystics all play, and also just a short walk to Chinatown. Two different Metrorail stations are within a few blocks for easy travel within the city. The hotel has free wireless Internet access, free continental breakfast and an exercise room for guests.

Comfort Inn Convention Center
1201 13th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20005
(202) 682-5300

Hotel Harrington

Hotel Harrington opened in 1914; it is the city's oldest continuously operating hotel, and has served more than 10 million guests. The hotel is in the heart of the tourist district and half a block to Pennsylvania Avenue, walking distance to the White House or the Capitol building, and many of the other sights. The hotel has more than 200 rooms, a restaurant and pub and a gift shop. Deluxe family rooms are available for privacy when traveling together, with separate bedrooms.

Hotel Harrington
436 11th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20004
(202) 628-8140

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