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By saving on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Kensington has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include White House and National Mall in the area.

Motel properties often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Here you’ll find some of our customers’ favorite motels in the larger area. Motel 6 Laurel, DC - Washington Northeast is located 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from the heart of Kensington. Enjoy access to the free parking and snack bar/deli, as well as room amenities like climate control. Days Inn by Wyndham Alexandria South: A business center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Central Kensington is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) away. Motel 6 Springfield, VA - Washington DC Southwest: Enjoy access to the free WiFi, laundry facilities, and 24-hour front desk. Located 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from the heart of Kensington. Budget Host Alexandria: Central Kensington is 16.2 mi (26.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a soaking tub. Motel 6 Washington, DC - Convention Center: 9 mi (14.5 km) from the heart of Kensington. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Must-see places in and around Kensington include White House and National Mall. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Brookside Gardens, Cabin John Regional Park, and Rock Creek Park. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Smithsonian’s National Zoo, United States Naval Observatory, and Washington Harbour. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Strathmore, Pike & Rose, and The Bethesda Theater.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kensington to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Kensington is 52 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Kensington to help you navigate your stay: Fly into College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark), which is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.