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Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Hotel in Northwest, Washington, D.C. (0.4 miles from Smithsonian Institution)

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is located in downtown Washington DC, a 10 minute walk from Capital One Arena and CityCenterDC which features luxury shopping and dining.

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8.9
Excellent
183 reviews
Price from
$612
per night

Heaven on Washington Fully Furnished Apartments

Chinatown, Washington, D.C. (0.4 miles from Smithsonian Institution)

Heaven on Washington Fully Furnished Apartments is located in Washington in the District of Columbia Region, 984 feet from Newseum. The accommodations features a spa bath.

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9.2
Wonderful
85 reviews

Riggs Washington DC

Hotel in Chinatown, Washington, D.C. (0.6 miles from Smithsonian Institution)

The Riggs Washington DC is located in the former home of Riggs National Bank, and offers modern accommodations 5-minutes away from Gallery Place - Chinatown Metro Station.

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9
Wonderful
2,097 reviews
Price from
$296
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Willard InterContinental Washington, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Northwest, Washington, D.C. (0.6 miles from Smithsonian Institution)

Located on Pennsylvania Avenue and 1581 feet from the White House, this historic luxury hotel. Shops and a private limo service are also offered.

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9
Wonderful
324 reviews
Price from
$264
per night

InterContinental - Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Southwest, Washington, D.C. (0.7 miles from Smithsonian Institution)

This hotel is located along the mile-long pier of The Wharf, featuring restaurants, retail and fun activities on DC’s Potomac River.

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8.9
Excellent
615 reviews
Price from
$279
per night

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Hotel in Southwest, Washington, D.C. (0.5 miles from Smithsonian Institution)

Located in Washington and with Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum reachable within 1640 feet, citizenM Washington DC Capitol features express check-in and check-out, allergy-free rooms, a...

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8.6
Excellent
4,157 reviews
Price from
$139
per night

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  • Grand Hyatt Washington
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,202 reviews

    Grand Hyatt in Washington D.C. is just 656 feet from the Metro Center station of the Washington D.C. Metro system. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    3rd floor was the location of the room and great view

  • The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 192 reviews

    Located in Washington, D.C., a 5-minute walk from Washington Union Station, The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a...

    The staff were very kind. Especially the luggage man

  • Moxy Washington, DC Downtown
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 778 reviews

    This hotel is located in the heart of historic Washington, DC, just 0.7 mi from The White House.

    Trend my space, welcoming environment- nice little bar

  • Kimpton George Hotel, an IHG Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 221 reviews

    Just steps from Union Station, this hotel offers on-site dining and a complimentary wine reception each evening. A flat-screen TV with cable is featured in all rooms. The White House is 2 miles away.

    great location, wide clean rooms, exselent service.

  • Residence Inn Washington, DC/ Downtown
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 352 reviews

    Residence Inn offers luxury accommodations in a central location, less than a mile from the White House, The National Mall and Washington Convention Center. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.

    La ubicación, las instalaciones, el trato del personal

  • Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 896 reviews

    Located in the city center of Washington, D.C, this hotel is within 2789 feet of the United States Capitol Building and Union Metro Station.

    Walking distance to union station and the museums.

  • The Architect
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,594 reviews

    Located in the heart of Washington, DC, 2297 feet from the White House, The Architect provides nonsmoking rooms with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi for browsing.

    Location . Handy for the monuments & Smithsonian.

  • Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 682 reviews

    Near attractions including the U.S. Capitol Building and the National Law Enforcement Museum, this Washington, D.C. hotel offers comfortable guestrooms with modern amenities as well as enjoyable...

    The location, the ease of access from the station.

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  • InterContinental - Washington D.C. - The Wharf, an IHG Hotel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 615 reviews

    This hotel is located along the mile-long pier of The Wharf, featuring restaurants, retail and fun activities on DC’s Potomac River.

    Very Clean and the manager was very accommodating.

  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 402 reviews

    Located in Washington, D.C., a 14-minute walk from Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, Canopy By Hilton Washington DC The Wharf provides accommodations with free bikes, private parking, a...

    Everything was great and it was the perfect getaway.

  • Morrison Clark Inn Washington DC Convention Center
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,114 reviews

    Housed in an historic, 19th-century Victorian Mansion, the Morrison Clark Inn Washington DC Convention Center is a full service hotel listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

    Good location, felt very staff with lobby manned by doormen.

  • The Westin Washington, DC Downtown
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 50 reviews

    This hotel is located opposite Washington Convention Center, between Capitol Hill and the White House. Guests of The Westin Washington, DC Downtown have access to the on-site fitness center.

    Staff was very helpful.. Location was perfect, close to the main places.

  • Phoenix Park Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,179 reviews

    Experience warm and friendly Irish charm in the heart of Washington, D.C. at this historic luxury hotel, featuring old-world European elegance combined with all of the modern conveniences.

    Great location, clean rooms, very supportive staff.

  • Hotel Zena Washington DC
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 715 reviews

    This eco-friendly Washington, D.C. hotel features state-of-the-art amenities, on-site dining and rooms with a flat-screen TV. It is 1 mi from the White House.

    fantastic location / staff / pool ✔️✔️✔️

  • Hotel Washington
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,790 reviews

    Located in Washington, D.C., a 12-minute walk from Washington Monument, Hotel Washington provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

    They went out of their way to make everything perfect!

  • Eaton DC
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 980 reviews

    Located on the corner of 12th and K Streets NW in Downtown Washington, Eaton DC is blocks away from shopping, the Metro, and the Smithsonian.

    Lovely and super quiet room with a beautiful bathroom.

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  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    American Indian and Hirshorn were sleepers-waste of...

    American Indian and Hirshorn were sleepers-waste of beautiful buildings-Natural History and American History and Botanical Gardens, Library of Congress, GREAT! Wish i could have visited more art museums-hubby loved Portrait gallery
    sandy
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    If you plan on being there when it opens, so does everyone...

    If you plan on being there when it opens, so does everyone else. Security gets backed up and you spend time standing in hot sun on pavement, which takes a toll on your feet, when a lot of walking is already required.
    Kristen
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    after the 4th july parade , the smithsonian was the only...

    after the 4th july parade , the smithsonian was the only place of sanctuary offering air conditioned room, seats, food and while waiti g for the fireworks one can stay till closi g and this particular day was so hot and humid . thanks smithsonian!!
    A
    Anonymous
    United States of America

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