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Hotel RL Washington DC by Red Lion

Hotel RL Washington DC by Red Lion

1823 L St NW, Washington 20036

3.0 out of 5.0
4.2 out of 5 (1,688 reviews)

Offering extra-spacious suites, this hotel is located on the edge of the historic Foggy Bottom neighborhood, just 6 blocks …

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Washington Plaza

Washington Plaza

10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington 20005

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4.3 out of 5 (7,795 reviews)

Ideally located on Thomas Circle, near Massachusetts Avenue in the heart of Washington DC, this Kennedy-era hotel is 0.3 mile …

£116
Kimpton Carlyle Hotel Dupont Circle

Kimpton Carlyle Hotel Dupont Circle

1731 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington 20009

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4.3 out of 5 (2,162 reviews)

Kimpton Carlyle Hotel Dupont Circle is in Washington, DC’s city center, a 9-minute stroll from historic Dupont Circle. Guests …

£90
Hotel Lombardy

Hotel Lombardy

2019 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington 20006

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4.4 out of 5 (3,393 reviews)

Hotel Lombardy on Pennsylvania Avenue provides intimate respite from the hustle and bustle outside its doors. This 1929 …

£87
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC

Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC

839 17th St NW, Washington 20006

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4.1 out of 5 (3,276 reviews)

Club Quarters is in a prime location in the center of the business district, and two blocks from the White House and key …

£75
Stay Alfred at Varsity on K

Stay Alfred at Varsity on K

950 24th Street NW, Washington 20037

4.0 out of 5.0

Located in Foggy Bottom, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of George Washington University Hospital and George …

£128
The Fairfax at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C.

The Fairfax at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C.

2100 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington 20008

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4.4 out of 5 (3,058 reviews)

This Washington, DC luxury hotel is in a shopping district, 2 blocks from Dupont Circle, 4 blocks from Georgetown, and 1 mile …

£104
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

2430 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington 20037

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4.5 out of 5 (2,246 reviews)

Just west of downtown, this upscale hotel is 2 blocks from the Foggy Bottom Metro station, Georgetown, and George Washingto …

£113
POD DC

POD DC

627 H Street NW, Washington 20001

3.5 out of 5.0
4.2 out of 5 (274 reviews)

Located in Chinatown, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Verizon Center and Ford's Theater. White House and United …

£74
The River Inn

The River Inn

924 25th St NW, Washington 20037

3.5 out of 5.0
4.4 out of 5 (1,929 reviews)

The River Inn sits on a brick-paved street lined with mature myrtle trees in historic Foggy Bottom, 4 blocks from the Kennedy …

£89

 

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Pocket Guide: Washington DC

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 centre 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.

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