• Vacationing in Washington, D.C., can be affordable at moderately priced hotels in the Northwest area.Washington, DC Skyline image by dwight9592 from Fotolia.com
  
  When vacationing in the nation's capital, many choose to spend their funds on seeing the sights such as the Smithsonian and taking tours of historic locations. With so much history and culture to experience, many visitors spend little time in a hotel and thus seek moderately priced accommodation for their stay. The Northwest Washington, D.C., area offers a number of affordable options.
  
  

Washington Marriott Wardman Park

• The sophisticated design of the Washington Marriott Wardman Park hotel in Northwest Washington, D.C., offers guests the feel of a downtown hotel at a fraction of the cost. The hotel offers an on-site restaurant and coffee shop, along with more than 1,300 guestrooms and 125 suites. Amenities include business services, a concierge desk, daily housekeeping, valet dry-cleaning, room service, high-speed internet access and an on site barber/beauty shop and car rental services. As of 2010, room rates start at $159.00 per night, depending on travel dates and the length of stay.
  
  Washington Marriott Wardman Park
  
  2660 Woodley Road NW
  
  Washington, District Of Columbia 20008
  
  202-328-2000
  
  marriott.com
  
  

Washington Hilton

• Located near Dupont Circle, the Washington Hilton provides guests with a number of amenities within close proximity to many of the city's historic destinations. Guests are able to choose from standard guest rooms, suites and executive rooms, and handicap-accessible rooms and suites are available. Three on-site restaurants and lounges are available, along with a full in-room dining menu. Additional amenities include business services, a children's menu, local area transportation, laundry and valet services, a concierge desk, a fitness room and pool and a car rental desk. Room rates vary depending on the length of stay and specific travel dates.
  
  Washington Hilton
  
  1919 Connecticut Ave., NW
  
  Washington, District of Columbia 20009
  
  202-483-3000
  
  hilton.com
  
  

Omni Shoreham

• The Omni Shoreham offers guests the opportunity to stay in a hotel that has hosted Presidents, inaugural balls and leaders from around the world, providing a different type of historic experience. The hotel offers 836 guest room and suites, along with a resort-style pool and gardens throughout the grounds. An on-site restaurant, a poolside bar and grill and lounges are available, along with in-room dining and the ability to make reservations online. Additional amenities include business services, an on-site fitness center and sauna, jogging trails, spa services, high-speed internet access, postal services and a concierge service. Discounted travel packages are available; however, specific costs will depend on travel dates and the length of stay.
  
  Omni Shoreham
  
  2500 Calvert Street NW
  
  Washington, District of Columbia 20008
  
  202-234-0700
  
  omnihotels.com