can anyone recommend a good inexpensive B/B in Washington DC for a single woman.preferably near to the Smithso

Question

I will be visiting in November and need somewhere to stay for 1 or 2 nights

Answer 1

Try THE INN AT DUPONT CIRCLE at 1312 19th St. NW
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I live a few blocks away from this Inn and it's a very safe and fun area with lots of funky bookstores, cafe's, restaurants, great architecture and some great outdoor spots to sit and relax. You'll be very close to the dupont circle metro station (on the red line) which is just a few stops from smithosian and other great downtown attractions (about an 8 minute metro ride).

Here is the description from the INNs website, http://www.theinnatdupontcircle.com/ "Historic Washington DC location. Located just off Dupont Circle in NW DC, this lovely Inn is Housed in an 1885 luxurious Victorian townhouse (formerly owned by astrologer Jeanne Dixon) with soaring 12-foot high ceilings, bay and Queen Anne windows, white marble and cherry pine hardwood floors and a private walled garden, the Inn gracefully mixes the old with the new.
An expanded buffet breakfast, complimentary afternoon ice tea, lemonade, hot tea or coffee accompanied with dessert in the afternoon. We will make your stay a getaway to remember."

Answer 2

I don't know what you call inexpensive but here are some links to check out.
http://www.bbonline.com/dc/thereeds/index.html
I think this is the cheapest and it's in a good neighborhood. It's a short walk to the Dupont Circle Metro
http://www.bbonline.com/dc/adamsinn/index.html
Here's an interactive map of the Metro. to get to The Smithsonian Station, you will transfer at Metro Center.
http://www.wmata.com/metrorail/systemmap.cfm
Have a great trip!

Answer 3

Nothing near the Smithsonian that I can think of. Anywhere else is not save. Try a hotel, you'll do much better.