🏠 Washington, D.C. Hotels
Where to Stay in Washington, D.C.
From historic flagships steps from the White House to Georgetown boutiques and Capitol Hill convention hotels — 78 verified properties organized by neighborhood.
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🏢 Downtown, Penn Quarter & Convention Center
🏛️ Capitol Hill, NoMa & Navy Yard
🎨 Georgetown
🏠 Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan & Logan Circle
🌊 National Mall & SW Waterfront (Wharf)
🏞️ West End & Foggy Bottom
✈️ Arlington, Alexandria & National Harbor
8 Properties
The Hay-Adams
A storied Beaux-Arts hotel facing Lafayette Square and the White House, known for its rooftop bar and old-world service.
Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C.
A Pennsylvania Avenue landmark nicknamed the ‘Residence of Presidents,’ famed for its Peacock Alley lobby.
Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C.
Riverside luxury along the C&O Canal at the edge of Georgetown, with an acclaimed spa.
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
An intimate, antiques-filled hotel near Dupont Circle and downtown, part of the Relais & Chateaux collection.
The St. Regis Washington, D.C.
An Italian Renaissance-style hotel two blocks from the White House with signature butler service.
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
Housed in the historic Old Post Office Pavilion beneath its landmark clock tower; formerly Trump International Hotel.
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
A West End tower connected to an Equinox club, known for residential-style suites.
Hotel Washington
One of DC’s oldest continuously operating hotels, steps from the White House, with a celebrated rooftop bar.
17 Properties
Grand Hyatt Washington
A large atrium-lobby convention hotel near Metro Center and Capital One Arena.
Marriott Marquis Washington, DC
DC’s largest hotel, built for the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
JW Marriott Washington, DC
An upscale property steps from the White House and the National Mall.
The Westin DC Downtown
A renovated downtown hotel near the Convention Center and Chinatown, formerly Renaissance Washington DC Downtown.
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC
A boutique hotel inside the landmark Old Tariff Building in Penn Quarter.
The Darcy Hotel
A design-forward boutique hotel near Logan Circle and downtown with a rooftop lounge.
Riggs Washington DC
A luxury hotel inside the historic Riggs National Bank building near the White House.
Conrad Washington, DC
A modern luxury tower atop the CityCenterDC development.
Kimpton Banneker Hotel
An art-filled boutique hotel near Thomas Circle honoring Benjamin Banneker.
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
A compact, design-focused hotel near Mount Vernon Square.
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center
A European-inspired hotel with a rooftop terrace near the Convention Center.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
An all-suite hotel with complimentary breakfast near the Convention Center.
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Cambria Hotel Washington, D.C. Convention Center
A contemporary hotel near Mount Vernon Square.
Washington Marriott at Metro Center
A central hotel directly above the Metro Center Metro station.
Hampton Inn Washington-Downtown-Convention Center
A value-oriented chain hotel near the Convention Center.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center
Extended-stay suites with kitchens near the Convention Center.
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Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown
A budget-friendly chain hotel in the downtown core.
7 Properties
The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown
A luxury hotel in a converted 1930s incinerator building along the C&O Canal.
Rosewood Washington, D.C.
An intimate luxury hotel in the heart of Georgetown, formerly Capella.
The Graham Georgetown
A boutique hotel with a rooftop bar overlooking the neighborhood.
Georgetown Inn
A colonial-style boutique hotel on Georgetown’s main shopping strip.
Avenue Suites Georgetown
An all-suite hotel with kitchenettes near the C&O Canal.
The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown
A newly relaunched hotel on the Georgetown University campus.
Glover Park Hotel
An independent boutique hotel near Georgetown and Glover Park.
12 Properties
The Dupont Circle Hotel
A Doyle Collection luxury property right on Dupont Circle.
Tabard Inn
DC’s oldest continuously operated inn, quirky and historic near Dupont Circle.
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
A reliable chain hotel near Embassy Row.
The LINE DC
A design-forward hotel in a converted 1912 church in Adams Morgan.
The Ven at Embassy Row, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A boutique hotel on Embassy Row, formerly Embassy Row Hotel.
The Normandy Hotel
A small European-style hotel near Kalorama and Dupont Circle.
Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle
An upscale hotel near universities and embassies, formerly Kimpton Palomar.
Viceroy Washington DC
A boutique hotel in Dupont Circle with a rooftop pool, formerly Kimpton Mason & Rook.
Hotel Zena
An art-driven boutique hotel on the 14th Street corridor celebrating women’s achievements.
Eurostars St. Gregory Dupont Circle Georgetown
An all-suite hotel between Dupont Circle and Georgetown.
The Churchill Hotel
A historic boutique hotel near Embassy Row with an in-house art gallery.
Yours Truly DC, Vignette Collection by IHG
An independent-spirited boutique hotel in Dupont Circle.
6 Properties
Salamander Washington DC
A waterfront luxury hotel near the National Mall, formerly Mandarin Oriental.
InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf
An upscale waterfront hotel anchoring The Wharf development.
Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf
A neighborhood-inspired lifestyle hotel at The Wharf.
Hyatt House Washington DC / The Wharf
An extended-stay hotel near The Wharf’s restaurants and The Anthem.
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
A hotel near the Southwest Waterfront, formerly L’Enfant Plaza Hotel.
Hyatt Place Washington DC / National Mall
A mid-range hotel with a rooftop bar near the National Mall.
9 Properties
Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.
An understated luxury hotel near George Washington University.
The Watergate Hotel
An iconic, fully renovated hotel in the Watergate complex overlooking the Potomac.
One Washington Circle DC, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An all-suite hotel on Washington Circle.
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State Plaza Hotel
An all-suite hotel near the State Department and Kennedy Center.
The River Inn
A boutique all-suite hotel in Foggy Bottom near the Potomac.
The Westin Georgetown, Washington D.C.
A large hotel branded ‘Georgetown’ but located in the West End near Washington Circle.
Melrose Georgetown Hotel
A historic hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue at the West End/Georgetown border.
Hotel Hive
A budget-boutique micro-room hotel in Foggy Bottom with a rooftop bar.
Washington Marriott Georgetown
A large chain hotel near Washington Circle and the West End.
8 Properties
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
A massive glass-atrium resort on the Potomac at National Harbor.
The Westin Washington National Harbor
A waterfront hotel at National Harbor with skyline and river views.
AC Hotel National Harbor Washington, DC Area
A modern European-style hotel at National Harbor, formerly Aloft.
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria
A boutique hotel with a rooftop bar on King Street, formerly Lorien Hotel & Spa.
The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection
An upscale hotel in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.
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Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection
A Federal-style boutique hotel evoking an 18th-century manor.
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Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria
A neighborhood-inspired boutique chain hotel in Old Town.
Hotel Heron, Curio Collection by Hilton
A new waterfront-adjacent boutique hotel in Old Town Alexandria.
Planning Tips
- Stay near a Metro station if you don’t plan to rent a car — DC’s Metrorail makes it easy to reach the National Mall, Georgetown (no direct Metro stop, but close to Foggy Bottom), and Capitol Hill without driving.
- Downtown/Penn Quarter puts you closest to the Mall’s museums, while Georgetown and Dupont Circle offer a quieter, more residential feel with their own dining scenes.
- Cherry blossom season (late March/early April) and major events book up hotels fast — reserve well in advance if visiting then.
- Several well-known DC hotels have closed or rebranded in recent years — we verify current name and operating status on every listing.
What’s the best neighborhood to stay in for first-time visitors?
Downtown/Penn Quarter and the National Mall/Southwest Waterfront area put you within walking distance of the Smithsonian museums and monuments, which is ideal for a first visit focused on the classic sights.
Is it worth staying in Arlington or Alexandria instead of DC proper?
Both are a quick Metro ride from downtown DC and often offer better rates, especially Old Town Alexandria, which has its own walkable historic district worth visiting on its own.
How does NME choose which hotels to feature?
We verify each listing directly against its own official site and current operating status rather than relying on aggregator lists, and we exclude anything we can’t confirm is still open. Read more on our methodology page.
