Area: Washington Show Map
K Street businesses are 2 blocks and the White House is 6 blocks from this Kennedy-era hotel in DC's downtown … More
Pricing for stays between 24 Feb - 27 Feb, 2012
A traveller from Kansas City MO said:
"Rate 3.5-4"
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Area: Washington Show Map
This Washington, DC all suite hotel is ideally located in the heart of Georgetown. The hotel is surrounded by shops … More
Pricing for stays between 17 Feb - 20 Feb, 2012
A traveller from Poughkeepsie NY said:
"Unpleasant staff and guests, poor service and unexplained extra charges were added t... "
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Area: Washington Show Map
Just west of downtown, this upscale hotel is 2 blocks from the Foggy Bottom Metro station, Georgetown, and George … More
Pricing for stays between 17 Feb - 20 Feb, 2012
A traveller from Indianapolis, Indiana said:
"Good."
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Area: Cheverly Show Map
This Cheverly hotel is within 5 miles of several Washington, DC attractions including the White House and the … More
Pricing for stays between 19 Feb - 22 Feb, 2012
Penny A from Sydney said:
"Really a great pity the room smelt so much, it became my main memory of the stay. I... "
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Area: Washington Show Map
This hotel is set amid the distinguished buildings of the Avenue of the Embassies, a half-block from Dupont Circle … More
Pricing for stays between 17 Feb - 20 Feb, 2012
Cristina from Toronto, Canada said:
"This hotel is located close to the metro and in a very posh area. There is a 24 hr s... "
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Area: Washington Show Map
Donovan House is situated on historic Thomas Circle in the old city of Washington, DC. The White House is within a mile. More
Pricing for stays between 23 Feb - 26 Feb, 2012
A traveller said:
"Overly designed, Poorly done. Extremely uncomfortable. Cheap hostel that designed as... "
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Area: New Carrollton Show Map
Metro Points Hotel-Washington North is less than a mile from the New Carrollton Metro and Amtrak station, whisking … More
Pricing for stays between 14 Feb - 17 Feb, 2012
A traveller from Camp Hill PA said:
"We were looking for a place to spend the night before the Army Navy game at Fed Ex f... "
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Area: Washington Show Map
This Washington DC all suite hotel is located in the heart of Georgetown, and surrounded by shops and restaurants … More
Pricing for stays between 17 Feb - 20 Feb, 2012
Dan A from Honolulu said:
"Some of the staff members are not friendly. The hotel charged my credit card account... "
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Area: Arlington Show Map
This Arlington hotel is across the Potomac River from Washington, DC, 1 mile from the museums and monuments. More
Pricing for stays between 17 Feb - 20 Feb, 2012
A traveller from san francisco, ca said:
"Not fancy, but good value for the area. No dining facility, the hotel has well stock... "
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Area: Washington Show Map
Conveniently located in downtown Washington, DC, this hotel is a few blocks from the U.S. Capitol, the National … More
Pricing for stays between 18 Feb - 21 Feb, 2012
A traveller from Newton, MA said:
"Close to the Capitol and House office buildings. The hotel was very clean, and the s... "
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Washington DC, or just DC to the locals, evokes a wealth of iconic, powerful images. As the seat of government in the United States and home to the White House, the Senate, and the Supreme Court of the United States, the city is rarely absent from newspapers and television screens.
As with New York one might experience a sense of knowing Washington before setting foot in the city, but the American capital offers much more than the headquarters of federal power. Washington is a city of contrasts where poor ghettos exist only blocks away from the Senate. The city has a long and sometimes turbulent history, which reaches far beyond the familiar images of today.
Home of American history
While Washington's governmental buildings should certainly be on any holiday itinerary they should not be the only items you visit. The National Mall, a two-mile stretch between the capital and the Lincoln Monument features more than a dozen museums and galleries including the National Gallery of Art and the National Museum of the American Indian.
The nearby National Museum of American History tells the story of a still relatively young nation, and its location could not be more appropriate; it was here that the words 'I have a Dream' were uttered by Martin Luther King, Jr. It was also here that thousands protested against the Vietnam and later the Iraq War, and Al Gore launched the Live Earth concerts to raise awareness of climate change.
From C to Z street
As Washington DC is laid out in a grid pattern of numbered and lettered streets split up into four quadrants (NE, SE, NW, and SW), it's easy to find your way around. Most sights are within walking distance from the Obelisk, which stands tall in the center of the city. However, if you want to see more, it's a good idea to get a metro ticket or a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing pass. If you really want to dedicate yourself to the sights, especially those that are a little off the beaten track, opt for a professionally guided two-day tour, or get a city pass, which includes sights such as the International Spy Museum.
A multi-cultured city
While many would argue that New York is the USA's capital of culture, Washington DC more than holds its own against the Big Apple. There are several cultural institutions of nationwide importance, including the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the National Symphony Orchestra, and the Washington National Opera.
Given the diverse make-up of the United States it's not surprising to learn that the cultural scene in the capital is the product of many nations. Migrants have come to live here since DC was founded in 1877, bringing suitcases filled with music, arts, and traditions. As a result, there is a diverse mixture of entertainment and restaurant options, from the music clubs and bars in the Adams Morgan and Shaw districts, Dupont Circle and the Penn Quarter, to the emerging nightlife precinct of the H Street Corridor.