On any given day, thousands of tourists are visiting Washington, D.C. They come for the museums, the historic sites and many other attractions. Because of the city's popularity with visitors, hotel rooms are constantly in high demand. However, visitors can opt to stay in nearby Virginia. Many of these hotels are located on the regional metro system, making the national capital easily accessible.
Located in Rosslyn, Virginia, the Best Western Rosslyn is within walking distance from the historic Marine Corps War memorial. More commonly known as the Iwo Jima Memorial, the structure commemorates American Marines who died in service of the nation. The Best Western is also within walking distance from the Rosslyn metro stop on the Washington area train system.
The hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool, a fitness club, a business center and free parking. All rooms have satellite television, a microwave and a refrigerator and are smoke-free. The hotel offers a variety of packages, such as the D.C Tour package, which costs $328 on the weekends, and the Smithsonian Institution package, which costs $308 on the weekends. Children 17 and under can stay free with their parents.
Best Western Rosslyn
1501 Arlington Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22209-3001
703-524-5000
iwojimarosslynhotel.com
The Hampton Inn Alexandria is steps away from Old Town Alexandria. Old Town is located on the Potomac River and has a rich history that spans centuries. Its cobblestone streets lead to a variety of old homes, contemporary restaurants and shopping. The Hampton Inn is a block away from the King Street metro station and the Amtrak stop.
The hotel offers complimentary breakfast and beverages to guests, as well as a business center, a fitness room and a swimming pool. All 80 rooms are air-conditioned and have cable television and Internet access. Some rooms are designed for disabled guests.
Hampton Inn Alexandria, Old Town
1616 King St.
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-299-9900
hamptoninn.hilton.com
Situated at the Dunn Loring metro station, Courtyard Dunn Loring is about 12 miles from Washington's many attractions. Every area of the hotel's 10 stories has wireless Internet accessible by guests. Four meeting rooms offer a total of 1,350 square feet of meeting space. The hotel provides free parking to all guests.
All 197 rooms and nine suites are smoke-free and include large desks and cable television. Although there is a restaurant on the property, the hotel will pick up and deliver food from any nearby restaurant for a fee. Room prices range from $109 per night, for a room with a king-size bed and pull-out sofa bed. to $259 for a Superior Room with views of the Washington area.
Courtyard Dunn Loring Fairfax
2722 Gallows Road
Vienna, VA 22180
703-573-9555
marriott.com
