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Old Town Gem – Steps to Cafés, Shops & Metro!

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair, a radiator, and a window with a view of greenery.
A patio area with outdoor furniture, a wooden deck, and a garden with various plants.
Living area
A staircase with patterned carpets and wooden steps.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Torpedo Factory Art Center

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Alexandria, VA
  • Place, Alexandria Black History Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Market Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, George Washington Masonic National Memorial
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Alexandria

Old Town West, a neighbourhood in Alexandria, is home to this apartment. White House and Washington Monument are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Smithsonian National Postal Museum and National Air and Space Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Capital One Arena or Nationals Park.
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Alexandria, VA

What's nearby

  • Alexandria Black History Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Market Square - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Alexandria City Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Braddock Rd Station - 8 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 14 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rock It Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sundara Indian Restaurant & Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Augie's Mussel House and Beer Garden - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Call Your Mother - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Old House Cosmopolitan - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Town Gem – Steps to Cafés, Shops & Metro! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Old Town Gem – Steps to Cafés, Shops & Metro!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Town Gem – Steps to Cafés, Shops & Metro!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Town Gem – Steps to Cafés, Shops & Metro!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Town Gem – Steps to Cafés, Shops & Metro! located?

Located in Old Town West, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of George Washington Masonic National Memorial, Torpedo Factory Art Center and Potomac River. Birchmere and Potomac River Waterfront Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Braddock Rd Station is 8 minutes by foot and King Street Station is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and nicely decorated. It was 3 blocks to King Street so very convenient. A couple of blocks to the Metro. We enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place just off of King St. We had no issues and the host was super responsive whenever we messaged them with questions. I would definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and quiet area. Well equipped and nice furnishings. We would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property and great location. Communication with host was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes was great stay and tge host was available for anything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed two nights at Kelly’s adorable place. It was bigger than the pictures made it look and was filled with interesting artwork and furniture. Very comfortable and everything we hoped for. Easy walk down to King Street for all the restaurants and shops you could want. We will definitely stay here again and appreciate everything Kelly did to make our visit perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved Alexandria and its proximity to the airport and WA Mall by train. This home is also easily walkable to historic Alexandria. Neighborhood also felt very safe. Bed was very comfy and liked having clean bedding and towels.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the Old Town Gem was PERFECT. We loved the area - quiet, easy parking and so much to do. The apartment was so comfortable, clean and tastefully decorated. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was as advertised. Perfectly situated close to both old town Alexandria and Braddock Metro Station plus a parking spot behind the property. Clean and quiet would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unit is as described, cozy, and quiet. Plenty of restaurants nearby and is a short walk to Braddock Metro Center. Will happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfort in the heart of Old Town

Very good place, amenities and neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love this adorable apartment. The host was great and provided amazing details on how to find the place, how to get inside, etc. The bed was exceptionally comfortable and the fact that no cleaning was required on our part at the end was a really nice touch. Great location as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Kelly, the host was very responsive. Great to have a dedicated parking spot. I was able to walk everywhere morning coffee, Trader Joe’s, the train, King St. The residence is nice and bright inside with natural light. Well appointed kitchen area.
Stayed 40 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick get away

This was a perfect place for a quick get away. Good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location for Getaway

The apartment is very charming and in a great location. It is close enough to walk to all the main activities in Old Town but is on a quiet street. It was very clean and comfortable. Host was super nice and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

Our family had a great time adventuring from this property, which is exactly as advertised. Convenient to both Old Town and the Braddock Metro Station for easy yellow line access to the heart of the National Mall. One minor cleaning snafu was quickly remedied by prompt communication from Kelly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint & cozy efficiency apartment in a great part of Alexandria. Property is safe and easily accessible to restaurants and Old Town. Host was supportive and available without being intrusive. Apt was well equipped with amenities, and appliances. I would like to see a tv in the bedroom, but that’s personal preference. I would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Kelly was excellent in keeping us updated and answering any questions or concerns. Parking behind was convenient although a large vehicle may find it a bit tight getting in. The rental was nicely decorated which made it "homey". A minor item to note is the small bathroom sink. It is functional but something larger and higher would have been appreciated. This is not something significant and we would stay here again because of all the other positives!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place!

We had the absolute pleasure of securing another of Kelly’s fabulous apartments! This time we secured the upper level and once again, the comfort level was extraordinary! The place has everything you need to feel at home. The BONUS is how walkable a location it is! Very close to the metro ( actually two locations) and King St. .. both conveniences put you in a position to have things to do BUT the location is also very peaceful if you need quiet!!!We visit ALX rather regularly as we have family there! We look for the availability of Kelly’s places each time and consider ourselves very lucky if we can get it!!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely townhome near old Alexandria with beautiful hard wood floors. Great communication with the hostess. Easy walking distance to the metro train and to King Street. One drawback was very little soundproofing, could easily hear the talking from apartment below.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful, very comfortable apartment. We really appreciated the good air conditioning as we were there for 90 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was bery nice. The outside furniture did not have cushions to sit outside one of the pulls on a drawer on a drawer in the kitchen came off. Otherwise great! Wonderful security and great host!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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