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Washington, D.C. has hosted its fair share of parties over the decades, from inaugurations to royal visits. But nothing can compare to what's coming up this July 4th weekend, when the nation celebrates its 250th birthday.

On the itinerary are countless events in honor of the occasion, and the local tourism board expects a massive influx of travelers to descend upon the city for the celebrations. Naturally, if you're hoping to lock down a hotel room, now is the time.

Booking.com

If you're planning to visit the nation's capital for the America 250 events in July, head straight to Booking.com to find your hotel!

You can filter by your budget, desired amenities, and proximity to events, ensuring you'll enjoy a home-away-from-home experience that's right in line with your needs.

Now is the time to book, as rooms are selling out fast with just weeks left before a massive influx of people descend upon the city to celebrate. 

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Many of the rooms offer stunning city views, putting you right in the heart of the action and steps from the celebrations

The good news is that, while the crowds will be massive, Booking.com makes it super easy to find the right place for your needs. Whether you're a history buff with a deep-seated patriotic streak or you were already planning a visit to the city this summer, you can find the accommodations of your dreams right here.

First, a little lay of the land. The National Mall is essentially transforming into the world's largest backyard barbecue from June 25 through July 10, with the Great American State Fair taking over the stretch between 4th and 14th Streets. All 56 states and territories will be represented, and the event is free and open to the public.

The National Mall will transform during America 250, with parades, fireworks, and more fun activities planned

On July 4 itself, the National Independence Day Parade rolls down Constitution Avenue in an expanded edition designed for the milestone, followed by the Salute to America fireworks show over the Mall, which organizers are billing as the largest pyrotechnic display in American history. 

History enthusiasts may also want to stop by the National Archives on that day to witness a live reading of the Declaration of Independence on the steps of the building. 

These events barely scratch the surface of how much is going on, but no matter what is on your schedule it's important to choose your accommodations wisely.

Hotels near Capitol Hill and Penn Quarter put you within walking distance of the parade route and Mall entrances, which is especially ideal for anyone who doesn't want to deal with Metro crowds after a long day on their feet. 

Booking.com's map and filter tools make it easy to find exactly that: search by neighborhood, toggle the proximity filters, and the options spread out by distance from the celebrations.

One reason people love the site so much is that it makes it so easy to find exactly the right property for your needs and budget. 

Use the Booking.com filter to seek out hotels that are right near the activities you want to attend

You can also search for the non-negotiable amenities that make your trip extra comfortable, like free breakfast to lessen the drain on your bank account and an outdoor pool, because D.C. summers are not for the faint of heart. 

Free cancellation options are also worth checking given how far out many people are still booking, and Booking.com makes that information very clear.

The range of options runs from boutique hotels steps from the monuments to well-priced spots in neighborhoods like NoMa, Navy Yard, or Columbia Heights, all Metro-accessible and considerably easier on the bank account than anything directly on the Mall corridor.

America 250 is a weekend D.C. will be talking about for the next 250 years. The hotel situation is the one thing that doesn't have to be complicated thanks to Booking.com!