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Downtown Washington D.C. Hotel Guide

No U.S. city has major sights as centralized as Washington D.C., where it pays to go for a great location. With over a dozen major museums situated around the Washington Mall and a dozen more renowned monuments to presidents, wars, and abstract American ideals, you can't go wrong by staying in hotels in downtown Washington D.C.

History & Transportation

With its crisp white Classical architecture, neatly manicured lawns and dramatically lit monuments, it's easy to forget our nation's capital was built on a swamp on the banks of the Potomac River. Today, tourists staying in downtown Washington D.C. hotels enjoy the Founders' love of clear, simple design as they navigate the city's straightforward tourist district; blockbuster museum after museum is laid out in neat lines on either side of the Mall.

The step-on-and-off tourist buses are highly efficient at navigating these lines of museums. You should consider their deals even if double-decker tourism isn't normally your thing, since the stretch between the Jefferson Memorial, Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, and Lincoln Memorial often looks more walkable on a map, especially after you've finished the trek (and watched a dozen or so buses zip by).

Things to Do

Among the standouts along the Mall are the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden (a rare breath of the contemporary in a relatively history-focused collection of museums) and the National Museum of the American Indian; in addition to its forward-thinking and beautifully curated exhibits on native cultures, it may surprise you with what many believe to be the Mall's best museum cafe, featuring cheap and seasonal Native American dishes, organized by culture.

For shopping, take a cab from any of the best hotels near downtown Washington D.C. to Georgetown, where design, fashion, and home boutiques line Wisconsin Avenue NW and M Street NW. With Travelocity's Price Guarantee, you're sure to balance the budget on hotels in Washington D.C. — we'll match any lower price and refund the difference!

Recent Downtown Washington D.C. hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/Georgetown Area

5 out of 5

Posted 10 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Wonderful place to stay!"

A verified traveler stayed at Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/Georgetown Area

The Henley Park Hotel

5 out of 5

Posted 16 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"I love this hotel! The Henley Park Hotel is now my definitive go-to choice in Washington, DC. This stunning, historic Tudor building is near the Convention Center, and virtually everything about my stay was spectacular. The room was flawless and exactly as presented online. The hotel hits every detail perfectly: a massive soaking tub, plush spa robe, high-quality toiletries, and a dedicated makeup-remover cloth. The in-room Keurig has a great coffee/tea selection, and every lamp has built-in charging plugs. Staff even proactively offered to send up slippers when mine were missing. The 24-hour room service is impeccable, the Henley Classic breakfast was amazing. The property also features, The Tavern restaurant, under a skylight atrium, afternoon tea in the Wilkes Room, and the Blue Bar Lounge, alongside free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, and a fitness center. I have only two minor critiques. My 7th-floor window lacked a view, and the only parking option is valet at $59/night. While I didn't mind the valet service, a lower-cost option for guests would be perfect. Regardless, the pros vastly outweigh the cons. From the historic charm to the modern tech and dining, it is an incredible urban retreat. I will always check for availability here first when visiting DC again."

A verified traveler stayed at The Henley Park Hotel