Hey Rob, We(my family of 4) are in D.C. now.(for 2 days) Thanks for the videos they were helpful with our plan. We stayed just outside D.C. and had free breakfast and free parking at the hotel. We brought snacks with us for the day...Sooo the only thing we spent money on was $15-$20 parking and we just grabbed simple dinners, burgers etc and The Circulator. It's great! The drivers are very helpful. It is overwhelming. So much to see. We had to just focus on a few things..
Great video. The Willard is on our list to stay during one of our annual visits to DC. Homewood Suites looks really nice too but charges $54 a night for parking....ouch.
Sorry Rob, too rich for my blood. We drove to DC, stayed at a best Western in Fairfax. It was a nice hotel with a free breakfast for about $100 a night. It was a short drive to the metro station with plenty of parking, and we were in the mall in no time. Here's another tip about Fairfax. Since it's a terminal station, you ALWAYS get an actual seat for the ride in, and you don't have to stand because it's already full.
When my boyfriend and I came to DC for 4th of July last year we stayed at Club Quarters on 17th St. It was a nice hotel for the two of us (wouldnt reccomend for large families) and its about a 5 minute walk north of the White House. It was very convenient to go back for a few hours after the parade ended and not be far from anything. We booked a few months in advance and got our room for $125 a night for the week
Club Quarters is a business hotel brand so on weekends and holidays you can find some great rates there since there are no business travelers in town. Great job!
I stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn on 14th St. a couple of years ago and walked everywhere except when I took a Circulator bus to the Frederick Douglass house.
My wife and I visited DC a few years ago (pre covid) and we stayed in Rockville and we'll definitely stay there again on our next trip. It's an easy ride into the city in the Metro and it seemed like we paid less for a hotel than we would have if we stayed in the city.
My parents are coming this summer and my dad will be turning 80. I want to book them a nice hotel and the Willard looks awesome! Thanks for the recommendation.
I've watched a bunch of your videos. You do a great job! Would love to take a tour with you. Heard a lot about public transportation. How's Uber around D.C.?
Staying at the Residence Inn just south of the Mall for our schools Senior Trip to DC! We’re going to be there from March 5-10! Do you think it will be busy then/how will the weather be? Thanks for your amazing videos! - A Fan from Arizona :)
We are coming to Arlington in the upcoming months to lay our late mother to rest with my father. Are there any hotels that you are aware of that offer discounted rates for attendees? We could possibly have up to 10 rooms during that time and I am really having a hard time inquiring about blocks of rooms. It is going to be a short trip but we hope to enjoy a few DC sights. Thanks so much for these great videos and information. It is going to really help us out a whole lot once the ANC schedule her service.
Sorry for your loss. Hotels in the U.S. do not advertise bereavement rates. You can contact them directly to inquire and sometimes they can offer something but it depends on availability. Many spring dates in DC are so busy that they might not be able to accommodate discounts.
My 3 choices Hyatt the wharf, Homewood suites by Navy yard or Homewood suites on New York street. Which is the best location. I'm planning on coming to Washington for the cherry blossom sightseeing and a National game. We cant walk much so need someplace close to transportation.
Hey Rob. Quick question..I'll be driving to DC from NC. Noticed a lot of the hotels charge for parking. With that in mind do you recommend staying outside of DC maybe in Virginia and taking the subway?
This channel is going to make my June trip a breeze. Thanks Rob!
Happy to help!
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Hey Rob,
We(my family of 4) are in D.C. now.(for 2 days) Thanks for the videos they were helpful with our plan. We stayed just outside D.C. and had free breakfast and free parking at the hotel. We brought snacks with us for the day...Sooo the only thing we spent money on was $15-$20 parking and we just grabbed simple dinners, burgers etc and The Circulator. It's great! The drivers are very helpful. It is overwhelming. So much to see. We had to just focus on a few things..
Sounds like a fun trip!
Great trip. Thanks.
Great video. The Willard is on our list to stay during one of our annual visits to DC. Homewood Suites looks really nice too but charges $54 a night for parking....ouch.
Honestly any hotel inside the city is going to charge roughly that amount to park. For alternatives check out czcams.com/video/AKHFi_lMrvg/video.html
Always looking forward to a new Trip Hacks DC video! Great as always Rob!
Nice, thanks!
Sorry Rob, too rich for my blood. We drove to DC, stayed at a best Western in Fairfax. It was a nice hotel with a free breakfast for about $100 a night. It was a short drive to the metro station with plenty of parking, and we were in the mall in no time. Here's another tip about Fairfax. Since it's a terminal station, you ALWAYS get an actual seat for the ride in, and you don't have to stand because it's already full.
When my boyfriend and I came to DC for 4th of July last year we stayed at Club Quarters on 17th St. It was a nice hotel for the two of us (wouldnt reccomend for large families) and its about a 5 minute walk north of the White House. It was very convenient to go back for a few hours after the parade ended and not be far from anything. We booked a few months in advance and got our room for $125 a night for the week
Club Quarters is a business hotel brand so on weekends and holidays you can find some great rates there since there are no business travelers in town. Great job!
I stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn on 14th St. a couple of years ago and walked everywhere except when I took a Circulator bus to the Frederick Douglass house.
That hotel is excellent if you are up for walking everywhere.
Just stayed their during my visit last week. Rode Uber and Lyft
I get exited always i here the music of your intro ma men!
Thanks again Rob.
Happy to help.
My wife and I visited DC a few years ago (pre covid) and we stayed in Rockville and we'll definitely stay there again on our next trip. It's an easy ride into the city in the Metro and it seemed like we paid less for a hotel than we would have if we stayed in the city.
My parents are coming this summer and my dad will be turning 80. I want to book them a nice hotel and the Willard looks awesome! Thanks for the recommendation.
Willard is great.
I've watched a bunch of your videos. You do a great job! Would love to take a tour with you.
Heard a lot about public transportation. How's Uber around D.C.?
Im in love of D.C
Thank you Rob for the videos, I am planing to go September.....help me a lot!!!!
I try to package (Expedia, hotel and flight)
I stay at Beacon Hotel and it has a great location. We walk to all attractions. Highly recommended.
Great location!
Thank you for your videos! When do you plan on making updates?
Staying at the Residence Inn just south of the Mall for our schools Senior Trip to DC! We’re going to be there from March 5-10! Do you think it will be busy then/how will the weather be? Thanks for your amazing videos! - A Fan from Arizona :)
Weather is tough to predict around here. At that time of year you could get winter, spring or anything in between. Have fun!
We are headed there April 13, how can we get in touch with you for a tour. We are just a family of 3. Great video!!
Tours are bookable on the website: triphacksdc.com/tours
Don't wait too long April is already quite booked up.
We are coming to Arlington in the upcoming months to lay our late mother to rest with my father. Are there any hotels that you are aware of that offer discounted rates for attendees? We could possibly have up to 10 rooms during that time and I am really having a hard time inquiring about blocks of rooms. It is going to be a short trip but we hope to enjoy a few DC sights. Thanks so much for these great videos and information. It is going to really help us out a whole lot once the ANC schedule her service.
Sorry for your loss. Hotels in the U.S. do not advertise bereavement rates. You can contact them directly to inquire and sometimes they can offer something but it depends on availability. Many spring dates in DC are so busy that they might not be able to accommodate discounts.
Staying in Downtown DC can be expensive. Whenever I go to DC, I stay with family. Even though it may be 25-30 min from the closest subway station.
Free accommodation is definitely a perk if you have it.
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Can I use my credit card to buy and charge the metro card in DC?.. Planning a 3 day trip in April 1st week...
Yes czcams.com/video/jMZ1jyuhT40/video.html
Is the Riggs hotel good? Booked a room there for me and my partner and hope it’s great
My 3 choices Hyatt the wharf, Homewood suites by Navy yard or Homewood suites on New York street. Which is the best location. I'm planning on coming to Washington for the cherry blossom sightseeing and a National game. We cant walk much so need someplace close to transportation.
Good choices. We will cover those in upcoming Where to Stay videos.
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Rob,
How about the AKA White House downtown? Grateful for your many videos packed with insight.
Great location 👍
Trip Hacks DC great hotel? Staying for 6 days due to your advice.
I've stayed in almost no DC hotels since I live here. But the location is good and reviews look fine. Have fun!
I’m planning to take Ubers for a 2-4 day trip. Is that going to work out?
Hey Rob. Quick question..I'll be driving to DC from NC. Noticed a lot of the hotels charge for parking. With that in mind do you recommend staying outside of DC maybe in Virginia and taking the subway?
Check out czcams.com/video/AKHFi_lMrvg/video.html. I don't recommend sacrificing location for the sake of a car.
How's dc this time of year? We're heading there the 25th.
Check out czcams.com/video/KLp4M12Xe9c/video.html
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