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Cheap Hotels Near the Metrorail in Washington, District of Columbia

When traveling to a major metropolitan city like Washington, D.C. that provides abundant public transportation, many tourists forgo a car rental to cut down on some vacation costs. Choosing to use the city's Metrorail gives travelers easy access to area attractions without spending time waiting in traffic. Many Wasington, D.C. hotels can be found within walking distance of Metrorail stations.

Red Roof Inn
- The Red Roof Inn, located in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C., is within one and one half blocks of two Metrorail stops. Guests are within walking distance to a number of area attractions including the White House, the U.S. Capital Building, the National Mall and numerous memorials throughout the city. Hotel amenities include free wireless internet, miniature refrigerators in the guest rooms, an on-site fitness center and laundry services. In addition to the hotel's restaurant, guests may dine at a number of eateries within walking distance from the hotel. Specific room ratesl vary depending on travel dates, but as of 2010, room rates begin at $140 per night.
  
  Red Roof Inn
  
  500 H Street Northwest
  
  Washington, DC 20001
  
  202-289-5959
  
  redroof.com
District Hotel
- The District Hotel, located six blocks away from the White House, is a short five block walk to the nearby Dupont Circle Metro Station. Additional nearby attractions include the Smithsonian Museum, the Washington Convention Center and a number of area shops and boutiques. Hotel amenities include complimentary wireless internet access, daily continental breakfast, business services and tour bus drop off and pickup at the hotel's front entrance. As of 2010, room rates begin at $72.00 per night, depending on specific travel dates.
  
  District Hotel
  
  1440 Rhode Island Avenue Northwest
  
  Washington, DC 20005
  
  202-232-7800
  
  districthotel.com
Holiday Inn Capitol
- The Holiday Inn Capitol, located in the downtown area of Washington, D.C., is one block from the L'Enfant Plaza Metro Station. Area attractions include the Smithsonian, the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial. The White House is also a short distance away. Hotel amenities include wireless internet access, a 24 hour business center, in room refrigerators, an on-site pool and fitness center, and meeting space. Guests may dine at a number of area restaurants or at one of the four eating facilities at the hotel. Room rates vary depending on your travel dates, but begin at as low as $99.00 per night as of 2010.
  
  Holiday Inn Capitol
  
  550 C Street S.W.
  
  Washington, DC 20024
  
  202-479-4000
  
  hicapitoldc.com