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  • Inn Details

    A HOME AWAY FROM HOME. Church operated. Good rates. Clean,friendly, warm and homelike atmosphere. The International Guest House is in a safe neighborhood nestled away from the hustle and bustle of DC. The three story house is attractively remodeled. IGH is located 4 1/2 miles north of the White House and 3 houses from a bus stop. As many as ten different nationalities have been represented here at one time. Chatting with folks around the globe at breakfast and evening tea is the highlight for many who stay here. All nationalities and faiths accepted. Many return for the second and third time. Wireless internet available.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • International Traveler

    • Economical rates

    • Peaceful getaway

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Desk

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Computer

    • Internet Service

    • Piano

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • Smithsonian only 30 minutes away by bus

    • Washington Monumnet 30 minutes by bus

    • Access to wireless internet

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  • Nightly Rate

    $40 - $80

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 pm    Check out: 10:00 am

    • Deposit amount required: VISA,Master Card number, or money order required to reserve room

    • Cancellations: Cancellation must be received at least 48 hours prior to reservation date or one night fee will be charged. For groups or families reserving two rooms or more a two week cancellation is required or a two night fee will be charged.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: No

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: 0 - 5 yrs only $5 per night; children 6 - 12 years at $20

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: family style

    • Time Served: 8:00 AM

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Special meal options

    Additional food services

    • Tea and cookies are served at 9:00 pm.

  • Location Type

    • 4 miles North of White House

    • Across the street from Rock Creek Park

    • Near 16th Street bus stop

    • Near Carter Barron Amphitheater

    • Pleasant, quiet, residential area.

    • City

    City

    • Directions to property:
      495 Beltway-Exit 31B at Georgia Ave., South. Go for 1/2 mile and take a right exit onto 16th St. Take 16th St. to Kennedy St. (about 3 1/2 miles) and turn left. The Guest House is 3 houses from the corner of 16th and Kennedy.

    Airport

    • Washington DC, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan National) 6 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take the Yellow Line Metro towards Mt. Vernon Square. (During rush hour you may need to transfer to the Green Line Metro). Get off at the Columbia Heights station. Exit the Metro to 14th Street Northbound. Take the number 52 or 54 bus to Kennedy Street. Walk west 3/4 of a block to 1441 Kennedy Street.

    Area Attractions

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Historical interests

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Many museums and historical places

    • Rock Creek Park/Carter Barron Amphitheater

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Concerts, art shows

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Table Tennis

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

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    Write a review

    A warm home for visitors coming to washington

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Andy and Anita take great care to make their guests feel confortable and at home. They convinced us that also in America kindness and good personal relations are more important than the dollar. We enjoyed especially meeting people of different countries and cultures every evening.

    AN AMAZING FIND!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    I am so thankful that I cancelled my booking at a pricey hotel near the Convention Center, and found 8 nights available at IHG! It was a 'home away from home' experience. The staff could not have been more cordial, accommodating and helpful in every way. A lovely older home in a genuine tree-lined neighborhood, safe to boot, and only a few miles from the center of Washington, the IHG offers complimentary breakfast [yummy fresh muffins!], thrice-daily teas, Wi-Fi Internet access in each room, a general purpose/recreation room, quiet, comfort, caring and care, cleanliness. The bus to downtown is only half a block down the street and operates every 5-15 minutes from early morning to late at night. It connects to the Metro, according to one's wishes. There are 2 single beds in each room, and a singleton often will have a roommate. Bathroom is shared and impeccably clean. Particularly enchanting is the astonishing variety of guests from all over the world, each with 'a story to tell'. Although run by Mennonites, other than a brief meditative reading and prayer at the communal breakfast, religion is not discussed unless one wishes to do so. I plan to stay there 'next time' in DC, and I will steer my friends to the IHG, even coercively! 'Such a deal/steal'!

    Best deal in DC!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    I can't say enough nice things about this place. It's on a quiet street, has public transportation nearby that takes you to the National Mall, and you simply cannot beat the price. For only 4O bucks a night I got a comfy place to sleep, breakfast, and home baked cookies at tea time. It's by no means luxurious, and you may have to share a room and bathroom(it was not busy during my stay so I had a room to myself), but at that price, you'll have no complaints. Best of all were the lovely volunteers at the guest house. They create a warm, family atmosphere and go out of their way to help you figure out how to get around, what to see, ect. I had a great time and will stay there anytime I happen to be in DC

    amazing

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    both the place and the people are very nice, they impressed me.

    The best bargain EVER!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    This charming home is a bastion of safety, comfort and care. The staff is splendid - I wanted for nothing. Public transportation is very close; the breakfasts are plentiful and good, the rooms clean and charming.

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