10 Amazing Hotels Near Washington DC
You can find all the best things to do right here in DC, from concerts and cultural events to American history, free attractions and so much more.
It’s easy to ride the Metro or hop on a bike and explore all that the nation’s capital has to offer. Walk the halls of free Smithsonian museums, paddle on the Potomac and Anacostia rivers or sit back on a double-decker tour bus and soak up some history. Local shops, funky marketplaces, and people-watching hot spots beckon by midday, as nighttime gives way to multi-course dinners and drinks from local breweries. However, you spend your time here, make it count.
Washington, D.C., formally the District of Columbia, also known as just Washington or just D.C., is the capital city and only federal district of the United States. It is located on the east bank of the Potomac River, which forms its southwestern and southern border with the U.S. state of Virginia, and shares a land border with the U.S. state of Maryland on its remaining sides. The city was named after George Washington, a Founding Father and the first president of the United States, and the federal district is named after Columbia, a female personification of the nation. As the seat of the U.S. federal government and several international organizations, the city is an important world political capital.[11] It is one of the most visited cities in the U.S., seeing over 20 million visitors in 2016. [MORE]
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Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC/Capitol
This Downtown extended-stay hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Federal Center Metro Station and 1.9 miles from the White House. The polished 1- and 2-bedroom suites come with full kitchens, free Wi-Fi, and separate living areas. They also have sofas, desks with ergonomic chairs, and flat-screen TVs with premium channels. Some offer Capitol views. Freebies include hot breakfast and evening socials with snacks (Mon-Wed). There’s a grocery delivery service and a 24/7 market. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a gym, and a 24/7 business center, along with coin-operated laundry facilities and 6,400 sq ft of meeting space. Parking is offered (fee).
- Free Wi-Fi
- Paid breakfast
- Parking
- Accessible
- Indoor pool
- Air-conditioned
- Business center
- Pet-friendly
- Beach access
- Kid-friendly
- Restaurant
- All-inclusive available
- Kitchen in all rooms
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Bar
- Smoke-free
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol
A 2-minute walk from the Noma-Gallaudet U (New York Ave) Metro Station, this modern hotel is 1.7 miles from the United States Capitol and 2.1 miles from the White House. Contemporary rooms offer free WiFi, desks with ergonomic chairs, flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms and suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas. An American restaurant serves breakfast and dinner as well as all-day drinks, including Starbucks coffee. There’s a lobby bar and a 24/7 convenience store. There’s also a 24-hour business center, an indoor pool, and an exercise room. Valet parking is extra.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Paid breakfast
- Parking
- Accessible
- Indoor pool
- Air-conditioned
- Business center
- Pet-friendly
- Beach access
- Kid-friendly
- Restaurant
- All-inclusive available
- Kitchen in all rooms
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Bar
- Smoke-free
Capitol Skyline
Housed in a 1960s building, this sophisticated hotel is 0.9 miles from the National Mall and 1.2 miles from the Capitol building.The warmly furnished rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen HDTVs. Some offer views of the Capitol building. Suites add minifridges and microwaves.Fitness and business centers are open 24 hours. There’s a restaurant serving American cuisine, as well as a seasonal outdoor pool with a poolside bar and lounge. Shuttles to major local landmarks are complimentary.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Breakfast
- Parking
- Accessible
- Outdoor pool
- Air-conditioned
- Business center
- Kid-friendly
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Fitness center
- Smoke-free
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Washington Plaza Hotel
Housed in a 1962 Morris Lapidus-designed building, this chic downtown hotel is less than a mile from The White House and a 7-minute walk from the nearest Metro station.Colorful, classic rooms are equipped with flat-screens and free Wi-Fi, plus coffeemakers and minifridges. Some have balconies and pool views. Suites add living rooms, and some offer private pool access. Room service is available.A seasonal outdoor pool offers poolside dining. There’s also a lobby cocktail lounge with a fireplace, and a polished restaurant. Additional amenities include a fitness room, a business center, and 12,000 sq ft of meeting and event space.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Breakfast
- Paid parking
- Accessible
- Outdoor pool
- Air-conditioned
- Business center
- Room service
- Kid-friendly
- Restaurant
- Fitness center
- Bar
- Smoke-free
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
A 10-minute walk from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, this relaxed hotel is a 6-minute walk from Metro Center station and a 15-minute walk from the National Mall.Unassuming suites feature flat-screens, Wi-Fi (fee), and living rooms with pull-out sofas, plus coffeemakers, minifridges and microwaves. Upgraded quarters add extra bedrooms or conference tables.Complimentary perks include cooked-to-order breakfast, and evening receptions with snacks and drinks. There’s also an indoor saltwater pool, a hot tub and a fitness room, plus a business center and a refined seafood restaurant/bar. Parking is available (fee).
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free breakfast
- Parking
- Accessible
- Indoor pool
- Air-conditioned
- Laundry service
- Pet-friendly
- Room service
- Restaurant
- All-inclusive available
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Bar
- Smoke-free
Motel 6 Washington, DC – Convention Center
Off Route 50, this simple budget property is also a 12-minute walk from the Metro station, a 13-minute walk from Gallaudet University and 1.8 miles from Walter E. Washington Convention Center.The straightforward rooms include WiFi (fee) and TVs with expanded cable channels. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult family member.Free morning coffee and parking are offered.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Accessible
- Air-conditioned
- Pet-friendly
- Kid-friendly
Conrad Washington, DC
A 5-minute walk from a metro station, this sophisticated hotel near cafes and eateries is 13 minutes away by foot from the White House and 2 miles from the Lincoln Memorial.Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, designer toiletries and high-thread-count sheets, the polished rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, as well as minibars and espresso machines. Club level rooms provide access to a private lounge. The 1- and 2-bedroom suites have living rooms; some add dining space, kitchens and/or fireplaces.There’s chic seafood restaurant, a hip cocktail bar and a rooftop bar, plus a gym and 32,000 sq ft of meeting space. Parking is available.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Paid breakfast
- Paid parking
- Accessible
- Air-conditioned
- Laundry service
- Business center
- Pet-friendly
- Room service
- Kid-friendly
- Restaurant
- All-inclusive available
- Fitness center
- Bar
- Smoke-free
State Plaza Hotel
Situated on a tree-lined street in Foggy Bottom, this polished all-suite hotel is a 1-minute walk from George Washington University and 0.6 miles from the Lincoln Memorial.The warmly decorated suites provide free Wi-Fi, full kitchens with dining areas, and sitting areas or living rooms. Upgraded suites include kitchens. Room service is available.There’s an American restaurant with seasonal terrace seating, as well as a fitness center and 1,600 sq ft of meeting space.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Paid breakfast
- Paid parking
- Accessible
- Air-conditioned
- Business center
- Room service
- Kid-friendly
- Restaurant
- All-inclusive available
- Kitchens in some rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Fitness center
- Bar
- Smoke-free
Grand Hyatt Washington
Occupying an elegant high-rise building in the Penn Quarter, this upscale hotel with an atrium courtyard is an 8-minute walk from the Capital One sports arena, and an 11-minute walk from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.Sleek rooms featuring modern decor and floor-to-ceiling windows include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, plus coffeemakers and minifridges. Club rooms provide access to a lounge with free breakfast and snacks. Room service is available.There’s a hip bistro/bar, a coffee shop and a cafe serving breakfast and lunch. Other amenities include a gym and 42,000 sq ft of meeting space.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Paid breakfast
- Paid parking
- Accessible
- Air-conditioned
- Laundry service
- Business center
- Kid-friendly
- Restaurant
- Fitness center
- Smoke-free
Hotel Hive
Across the street from the George Washington University campus, this trendy hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Foggy Bottom-GWU metro station and a 14-minute walk from the Lincoln Memorial.Hip rooms with a minimalist vibe provide complimentary Wi-Fi and smart TVs, plus Bluetooth speakers and USB charging stations. Some feature bunk beds and/or exposed-brick walls.Amenities include a cocktail bar and a pizzeria, along with a furnished patio and a rooftop terrace.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Breakfast
- Paid parking
- Accessible
- Air-conditioned
- Pet-friendly
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Smoke-free
