Should You Stay Near the Shady Grove Metro?

Written by Katie Howard – Updated November 14, 2023
Where To Stay in Washington, D.C. > Shady Grove

What is the Best Shady Grove Hotel?


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1484271751_08_thumbs_upThe Best Shady Grove Hotel: Comfort Inn
Why: Free Parking, Shuttle to the Metro, Breakfast & Wifi

There are three hotel options near the Shady Grove Metro. We recommend the Comfort Inn for its modest rates, free parking, shuttle to the airport, and free breakfast. The hotel is a 20 minute walk to the Metro Station which might be okay in nice weather. If you can’t tolerate waiting for the hotel shuttle parking is available at the Metro station for $5 per day. A vast majority of reviews praise the Comfort Inn as an adequate and affordable hotel. For those reasons the Comfort Inn stands out as an excellent choice for a budget minded trip to DC.

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Other Nearby Hotel Options


As for other hotels near the Shady Grove Metro, Red Roof usually will not stand out to most travelers, but those who truly need an economy minded option should consider it. A few blocks away there are a handful of hotels that are right off the I-270 exit, none of these hotels are within walk distance to the Metro, but if you want to park the car at the station its only a short 5 min drive away.

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Staying Near the Shady Grove Metro


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nieghborhood_vibe_48Shady Grove Neighborhood: Shady Grove is the best location to consider for travelers coming north down either I-95, or I-270. There are no hotels within a short walk to the Metro, but the local hotel offer shuttle service to and from the Metro. If that is not appealing then parking is available at the station for $5 and there are 77 spaces available. While the commute into on the Metro D.C. is about 40 minutes the savings on hotels is usually consistent. Some of the hotels are within walking distance, but most people will want to utilize the hotel shuttle or drive over to the station where parking is available. The area is suburban Washington, DC. The Shady Grove metro stop is at the very end of the red line in between Rockville and Gaithersburg, Maryland. This area is suburban, filled with office parks and housing developments. Convenient to I270, this metro stop offers free and plentiful parking on weekends. However, the ride into downtown DC will take approximately 45 minutes.

things_to_do_48 Shady Grove – Where to Eat, What to Do, Pictures

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Things to Do in Shady Grove

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things_to_do_48Things to Do: Close to the Shady Grove metro is RIO Washington Center, which, in addition to dining, offers shopping, a movie theater, and a lake with paddleboats and a walking trail. Gaithersburg also offers its share of historic sights, include Old Towne. Mountain bikers should head to Schaeffer Farms Mountain Bike Trail for a variety of exciting trails.

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what_to_east_48What to Eat: As is common to the Maryland and Virginia suburbs, you’ll find a mix of national chain restaurants, such as The Melting Pot, mixed in with local establishments like neighborhood Italian staple Fontina Grill. This area is not walkable, but if you’re willing to drive a bit you’ll find plenty of options, particularly as you head in to Gaithersburg. For beer aficionados, head to Gaithersburg to visit the Flying Dog Brewery and make a stop at Dogfish Head Alehouse, a local outpost for the Delaware-based craft brewery, which also offers live music.


Hotels in Shady Grove


1. Comfort Inn Shady Grove – Gaithersburg – Rockville


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Comfort Inn
Rates - $
Blocks to Metro - Short Drive, Hotel Shuttle
Parking - Free
Wifi - Free
Breakfast - Free Buffet. Hot & Cold Items
Airport Shuttle - No
Comfort Inn
16216 Frederick Rd, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877-3502, US
Shady Grove Metro Station
15903 Somerville Drive, Rockville, MD 20855, USA

2. Red Roof PLUS+ Washington DC-Rockville


Red Roof
Rates - $
Blocks to Metro - 4 Blocks
Parking - Free
Wifi - Free
Breakfast - None
Airport Shuttle - No
Red Roof
16001 Shady Grove Rd, Rockville, MD 20850-4010
Shady Grove Metro Station
15903 Somerville Drive, Rockville, MD 20855, USA