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Hotel Arboretum

Hotel Arboretum
3.0 star property
Northeast
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1231)
"Love the staff and location!"
United States
Marwa
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hotel Arboretum

Generator Hotel Washington DC

Generator Hotel Washington DC
3.0 star property
Northwest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1458)
"Excellent traveling option!"
United States
Catherine
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Generator Hotel Washington DC

Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport
3.5 star property
Crystal City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1750)
"Great stay "
United States
Vincent
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C.
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1137)
"So clean and beds were super comfortable. "
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

citizenM Washington DC NoMa
4.0 star property
Northeast
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2633)
"Very clean hotel, great decor in lobby, staff was great"
United States
Courtney
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
citizenM Washington DC NoMa

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C.
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2078)
"our stay was great!"
United States
Maria
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C.
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4874)
"Great stay "
United States
Robert
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Washington Plaza Hotel

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C.
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1796)
"Thanks we loved our stay!"
United States
Jason
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
4.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C.
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3015)
"Clean rooms, courteous staff. Centrally located to see a lot of Washington. "
United States
Kenneth Scott
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hyatt Place Washington DC/White House

Hyatt Place Washington DC/White House
3.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C.
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Walking distance to restaurants and attractions "
United States
Elia
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Washington DC/White House
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When is the best time for a budget trip to Kensington?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Kensington, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Kensington is 1311 mm.
What is there to see and do in Kensington?
You won't have to spend a lot to find places to visit in Kensington. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, such as White House and Smithsonian Institution, and then make time for other wallet-friendly activities. Check out the area's cultural spots like Strathmore and The Bethesda Theater, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Pike & Rose.
How can I get to Kensington and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Kensington can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from the centre in College Park, MD (CGS). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark), which is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away. Kensington may not have many public transport options to choose from so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to see the area.

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