Bed & Breakfast?

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Joseph M

Some friends of mine were looking to stay in a hotel while visiting DC last summer and were expecting to stay at the normal hotels that come to mind. When I introduced them to the idea of staying at a local bed and breakfast, they immediately though, “We can’t afford anything fancy or romantic.” I am not sure if it is a cultural stigma, but I was quick to inform them that many bed and breakfasts overseas are in-expensive and a great way to get a real feel for the city or town they are visiting.

Bed and Breakfast locations can be affordable and often provide a cultural setting with 5 star hospitality services. Since most bed & breakfasts are not franchised or anything but a chain hotel, you know you will be getting the best service from owners who take pride in their business and customer satisfaction.

After taking my suggestion, my friends stayed in a bed and breakfast location in Ireland while visiting family this past winter and they look forward to many more B&B inn’s during their future travels. The last thing anyone wants to feel like is a stranger while traveling. Like many Bed & Breakfasts, you can be sure that you will feel like you are staying with family, be given helpful information in the city you are visiting and a much more personable relationship with your innkeeper and staff.

Pleasant Travels!

Joseph, Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Amazing Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Washington DC. We are located within a short walk from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile NW of the White House.

The White House Tour, Washington DC

Posted on December 13, 2011 by lrosan

Of course there is the national mall and all of the amazing Smithsonian Exhibits, but when in DC don’t forget to see the White House! The White House Tour takes some preparation as you will need to seek out a pass from your states congressional office. For those visitors from abroad, please see your local DC embassy for details on acquiring this pass. Tours are offered in the early morning hours for security reasons, so it is wise to try to get your pass the day before your projected tour.

Joseph , Innkeeper

Neighborworks Training Institute

Posted on November 17, 2011 by lrosan

Neighborworks Training Institute will be held at the Washington Convention Center on December 12th-16th, 2011.

Alexis, Innkeeper

Oktoberfest 2011: Washington DC

Posted on September 22, 2011 by lrosan

Oktoberfest, a beer festival that runs between 16-18 days long, beginning in late September running through early October. The festival originates in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Washington, DC has a number of festivals held throughout the city celebrating beer, German food, music and dance. Washingtonians wouldn’t miss their chance to join in on the ”The World’s Largest Fair”. Please see some suggested venues below.

Biergarten Haus: This local Bavarian biergarten is located on the H Street corridor in NE Washington, DC. They will be offering special Oktoberfest drafts and will have live musical performance and food to celebrate the festival. The Biergartenhaus is accessible by metro bus X2 or the 90.

Das Best Oktoberfest: Will be taking place at the National Harbor. The celebration will take place on September 25th -26th. There will be international wines and beers. A home microbrew contest, German food and all sorts of contests. Purchase your tickets on site for $35 for Saturday or $55 for Sunday’s festivities. The National Harbor is accessble my metro bus and metro rail.

Blocktoberfest 2011: A Washignton, DC Oktoberfest music festival. There will be 10 bands featured as well as party areas and activities. You may purchase your tickets in advance online. The music festival takes place on September 24th from 2pm to 10pm, and is accessible by the Navy Yard metro station serviced by the green line.

For assistance travelling via public transit, please visit wmata’s website and travel planner.

Enjoy!
Alexis , Innkeeper

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast
Washington DC’s friendliest Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are located across from the Washington Hilton Hotel, 10 minutes walk to Dupont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of the White House

Public Transportation to Union Station in Washington DC

Posted on May 26, 2011 by lrosan

Here are some public transportation options to get to Union Station from the American Guest House Bed and Breakfast:

BY TAXI:

From the Guest House is about 3.5 mi and will take 15 minutes with a cab. The estimated fare is $13.26 using the rate in DC, this includes a 15% tip. You can always catch a cab in front of the house on Columbia Road; it’s very easy to get one. Otherwise we can always make a reservation for you.

If you wish to get more information or get a Taxi to go to Union Sta tion, check DC yellow Cab company.

BY METRO/SUBWAY:
The Dupont Circle Metro Station is a 10 minute walk from the guest house. You would take the red line going in the direction of the Glenmont metro station. You will ride the train for 5 stops and reach Union Station within 10 minutes. The fare is $1.85 during off-peak hours (9:30am -2:59pm and 7-midnight, and weekends), and $2.40 during peak hours. If your luggage is to cumbersome to transport on foot to the metro station, then you might want to take bus 42/43 or H1, these buses stop 3 houses down from the guest house. The fare is $1.70 and you need to have the exact change ready when boarding the bus. The bus will arrive at the DuPont Circle metro/subway station within 3 to 8 minutes depending on traffic and time of day.

BY BUS:

Just four doors from the Guest House, you have the 42/43 or H1 buses, (these buses stop 3 houses down from the guest house) and you can ride one of these buses up to K street and then you will catch the Circulator bus up to Union Station. The fare for the 42/43 or H1 is $1.70 and you need to have the exact change ready when boarding the bus. The fare for the Circulator is $1.00. Depending on traffic and time of day with the transfer, it can probably take about 20 minutes to get to Union station.

Please visit the wmata website for additional travel information.

Enjoy your ride!

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast

Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.

Georgetown By Bus

Posted on May 25, 2011 by lrosan

Trying to get to Georgetown from the American Guest House (Kalorama) and don’t want to spend a lot on taxi fares or perhaps just want to enjoy the area as a local? Unfortunately there are no metro/subway stations in Georgetown, but there are plenty of buses and taxis. So, if you are a guest at American Guest House Bed and Breakfast and are wondering how to get to Georgetown, here are some tips:

You can either of course walk all the way thru (about 25 minutes walk) or take bus 42/43 a few feet from our front door to DuPont Circle or take a leisure walk down to Dupont circle and catch the Circulator (red bus) by the Heurich house (beautiful Victorian House turned Museum) and go directly to the heart of Georgetown.

Fares: regular fare is $1.00, senior fare $0.50 and you can pay by cash or with a Smart trip.

The DC Circulator has more than 1 line, it’s all about downtown Washington, DC. It has five routes that links cultural, entertainment and business destinations within the city’s central core!

Enjoy your ride! Jonathan

American Guest House Bed and Breakfast

Washington DC Bed and Breakfast accommodations. We are centrally located, 10 minutes walk to DuPont Circle metro/subway, 1 mile north west of White House.