TRAVEL AND LODGING
Hotels are expected to fill up quickly during the week of the festival, so we encourage you to book your accommodations early. Using the link below, you can reserve a room at the Arlo Washington DC Hotel at the festival’s discounted rate of $169 per night. Conveniently located near the festival venues, the Arlo offers an easy home base for your visit.
As you plan your trip, please note that Washington, DC charges a 15% hotel tax on all reservations, which will be added to your booking total.
Welcome to a new way to experience the most storied neighborhood in the nation’s capital. Arlo Washington DC’s 445 rooms and suites occupy a prime location on Judiciary Square. The brand-new LEED-certified structure juxtaposes the city’s history and the best of contemporary living, with the pairing of the carefully restored 1888 Harrison apartments, the District’s oldest surviving apartment building, and a 12-story addition.
Savor the rich details of exposed brick walls and vaulted ceilings in the Harrison building, and enjoy Arlo’s signature style and streamlined design whichever guestroom or suite you choose. Opt for a City View room to enjoy views of G street, 3rd Street or 4th street, or book a room with a terrace to start your DC mornings al fresco.
AIRBNB
Another great option is to book an Airbnb in Washington, DC, and stay close to the screenings, panels, and other special events. Reserve your accommodations early to get the best selection and rates during the festival.
There are three major airports in the Washington, DC region: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA); Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD); and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). All three offer multiple U.S. and international flights daily.
Reagan National Airport is the closest airport to DC proper. The airport is accessible from its own Metro stop on the Blue and Yellow lines, and is the fastest option if you arrive at rush hour. Taxis can be found directly outside of baggage claim, and will cost about $20-$25. Please note that if you use Uber or Lyft, pickup will be in the center island between the taxi stand and the parking garage. Visit the Reagan Airport transportation and parking page for more information.
Dulles Airport is located 26 miles from DC in suburban Virginia. The best way into DC is on the new Silver Line metro, which will deliver you to within a few blocks of festival hotels in 54 minutes at prices ranging from $2.00-$6.00. Taxi stands are located outside the main terminal at Door 2 and Door 6. A ride into DC will cost about $65-$80.
BWI Airport is accessible via an Amtrak train route that drops off at DC’s Union Station. A reserved seat on the train will cost $15-$30. Visit the BWI Airport ground transportation page for more information.
If you’d rather travel to DC by train, Amtrak is the quickest trip, while, from New York, buses are the most economical alternative. The Northeast Regional train runs every hour from New York City to the District, including early morning and late night departures. The train saves time and can save you money, too – when you purchase a ticket two weeks in advance of your trip, you can save up to 25% on the lowest available fares.
The train departs and arrives from New York’s Penn Station and DC’s Union Station, which is centrally located, features its own Metro stop and plenty of taxis awaiting as you exit.
Traveling by bus to and from DC is easy. Choose from an array of options, including Megabus.com, Battle’s Transportation and Vamoose. While in DC, you can sightsee on a bus with Big Bus Tours, which offers 24 or 48-hour hop-on, hop-off tickets, letting you explore attractions at your convenience.
If you’ve chosen to drive to the District with your own wheels, SpotHero and ParkWhiz are good apps to use in order to find a parking spot that suits you. Many hotels also offer parking options, so check with yours when securing your reservation.
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