Washington, DC is one of the nation's most popular tourist destinations. The nation's capitol, it is and home to monuments, statues, the Smithsonian Institution complex and the White House. In addition, the city holds a number of festivals every year and has top-notch dining. Several hotels here offer lodging to families on a budget, though at this price range, travelers should take care to investigate the surrounding neighborhood prior to booking.
The Motel 6 Washington offers rooms for under $100 and is located in the northern part of the city, near the Walter Reed Medical Facility. Rooms here offer wireless high-speed Internet access and pets are allowed for a small daily fee. The hotel features free morning coffee, free cable and kids stay free in the same room as a paying adult. Restaurants within half a mile of the hotel include China Sea Carryout, Haydee's Restaurant, Subway, Takoma Station Tavern, Red Line Grill, El Salmeron's and Charlie's Bar and Grill. The hotel is six miles from the White House, 10 miles from Ronald Reagan National Airport and eight miles to Georgetown.
Motel 6 Washington
6711 Georgia Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20012
202-722-1600
motel6.com
The Howard Johnson Express Inn is in the northeast part of the city, just minutes from the peaceful National Arboretum, and offers cheap rates. The hotel features a free continental breakfast, free outdoor parking, a 24-hour front desk, smoking and non-smoking rooms a free newspaper and an outdoor pool. Some rooms have refrigerators and work desks. Restaurants within half a mile of the hotel include Far East Noodle Company, McDonald's, Burger King, Layla Lounge, JMP and Deli Hispanic Market Carry Out. The hotel is just over three miles from the zoo, six miles from Arlington Cemetery, two miles from the National Gallery of Art and two miles from the National Archives.
Howard Johnson Express Inn
600 New York Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002
202-546-9200
hojo.com
The Allen Lee Hotel is located the city's "Foggy Bottom" area, where one will find the State Department, the George Washington University and the Lincoln Memorial. Some rooms here are offered at under $100. This historic property is small and has simple rooms but makes up for that in its location. The hotel rents to guests Citikey digital guides to assist in finding all the important points of interest. Restaurants within half a mile of the hotel include Magic Gourd Restaurant, The Pita Pit, Bella Pizza, F Street Bistro, Kinkead's, Sizzling Express and Fresco the Italian Gourmet. The hotel is just over one mile from the Washington Monument, one mile from the Vietnam War Memorial and two miles from the Smithsonian Castle.
The Allen Lee Hotel
2224 F St NW
Washington DC 20037
202-331-1224
theallenleehotel.com
