𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Kensington (2026)

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A modern bar area with a panoramic city view, a large round table, and comfortable seating.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a dining table.

A modern hotel lobby with round tables, chairs, and a buffet area.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at night.

1. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

Bethesda Downtown

Sean

S$178

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, and a large glass facade of a building with the sign "CORELLA".

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large glass facade, a distinctive wing-like sculpture above the entrance, and a sign for the Corella hotel.

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a seating area with couches and tables.

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

Bethesda Downtown

Agata

S$201

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, overlooking a cityscape.

A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies and a prominent entrance labeled "The Bethesda Hotel."

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by buildings and cityscape views.

A modern dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

3. The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Bethesda Downtown

Juan

S$160

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lobby with a central water feature, seating areas, and a bar.

A modern hotel lobby with a checkered floor, seating areas, a bar, and a Starbucks sign.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a fireplace, and large windows.

A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, a bed, and a TV.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

Bethesda

Daryn

S$208

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern retail space with shelves stocked with snacks, a refrigerated display, and a central table with packaged goods.

A gym with treadmills, weights, and exercise equipment.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a television.

5. EVEN Hotel Rockville - Washington DC Area by IHG

Rockville

karen

S$147

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A building with a central tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a paved walkway.

A well-manicured lawn with a building in the background.

A buffet area with marble countertops and glass display cases, featuring a variety of food options.

A modern conference room with a wooden table, grey chairs, and large windows offering a view of a garden.

6. William F. Bolger Center

Potomac

Emily

S$205

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A Comfort Inn hotel entrance with a brick facade, large glass doors, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with wooden flooring, a buffet area with various food options, and a television mounted on the wall.

A gym with multiple treadmills, a stationary bike, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

7. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville

Gaithersburg

Vidal Fermin

S$146

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a grey armchair, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a blue armchair, two wooden ottomans, a flat-screen TV, a dark wooden cabinet, and a framed picture on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

8. Staybridge Suites Tysons - McLean by IHG

McLean

Angela

S$149

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and a dining area.

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a wall adorned with black and white photographs.

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a modern design.

9. The Hotel at the University of Maryland

College Park

Jessica

S$203

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a green van parked outside, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a bench, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a sign labeled "Pan-Ke".

10. Holiday Inn Washington-College Pk (I-95) by IHG

College Park

James

S$126

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a built-in TV.

A reception desk with three HP monitors, a patterned wall, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A multi-story building with a storefront labeled 'CAMBRIA' and a visible entrance with steps leading up to the door.

11. Cambria Hotel College Park

Berwyn

Ted

S$194

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A compact hotel room with a desk, computer, and seating area.

A hotel lobby with a beverage cooler stocked with various drinks, a snack shelf, and a 'The Market' sign.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

12. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.

Northeast

Margarita

S$146

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with the 'HYATT PLACE' sign, featuring a prominent entrance with a glass facade and a series of lights above.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

13. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

Court House

PRATHAMESH SANJAY

S$211

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A Victorian-style building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with steps.

A bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and wooden ladder.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a TV, a kettle, and a chandelier.

A kitchen with a modern induction cooktop, a kettle, and a fire extinguisher. There are two windows with views of a balcony and buildings.

14. HighRoad Washington DC

Northwest

Greta

S$120

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a staircase.

A rooftop terrace with round tables, hanging plants, and a city view.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "MOTTO" and a number "627" above the door.

A bar area with wooden bar counters, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Downtown Washington D.C.

Brian

S$173

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchair, and a small table with a vase.

A conference room with two desks, two chairs, a printer, and decorative wall art.

A restaurant with a self-service coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a Best Western PLUS sign, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Best Western Plus College Park Hotel

Berwyn

Mark

S$171

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A reception area with a 'Welcome' sign, a 'City Express by Marriott' sign, and a 'Bonvoy' sign.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a yellow armchair, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

A vending machine stocked with snacks and beverages.

17. City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast

Northeast

Sophia

S$153

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

The Normandy Hotel's outdoor seating area with tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

A man sitting at a wooden table with a laptop, in a room with a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, a central entrance with a black metal railing, and a sign indicating the name and address.

A room with a fireplace, two white armchairs, a round wooden table, and two floor lamps with geometric designs.

18. The Normandy Hotel

Northwest

Dee

S$197

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a checkered floor pattern. There are seating areas with armchairs and a sofa, and a staircase in the background.

A Sheraton hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a living area, dining space, and large windows offering a city view.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a desk, a television, and a large window with a city view.

19. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Arlington

Ernie Erlando

S$155

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern hotel bar with a large mural, a chandelier, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

A modern lounge area with a dark-colored sofa set, round coffee tables, and patterned rugs.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a modern architectural design.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. Archer Hotel Tysons

Tysons

Tanya

S$201

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Where to stay in Kensington

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South Kensington

South Kensington is well liked for its churches and architecture. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, National Museum of Health and Medicine and Strathmore are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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Rock Creek Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Rock Creek Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Strathmore and National Museum of Health and Medicine.

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Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center during your stay in North Kensington.

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Learn more about Kensington

Antique lovers flock to Kensington's famous district where dozens of shops offer treasures from Victorian furniture to vintage toys. Nearby Rock Creek Park offers hiking trails, while the town's weekend farmers market showcases local produce and artisan crafts.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

The Henley Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff. Great service."

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Restaurant staff was very nice and accomodating. Street noise was a lot. Close to fire station and also lots of horn honking in the street at night. Recommend not getting room with park view. Metro very close and convenient. Would stay here again."

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

8/10 Good

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Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were all great! Cassandra and Millie were so hospitable and caring each morning when we went to breakfast. They really made us feel welcome! They deserve a raise 😀. From the front desk, cleaning and other staff, all were just, awesome!"

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Loved my stay! Felt like i was at home. Staff was super nice & my room was clean. Will definitely be back. :)"

Arlo Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is conveniently located. We were in town to see a concert at the Capital One Center. We chose the Arlo because it is a 5-minute walk to the arena. We also did some sightseeing. It was only a 10-minute walk to the Capitol and the green spaces beyond. The Arlo offers parking right across the street, and they added the daily expense (about $30 per day) to my bill so I didn't have to pay at the garage. We had a wonderful time, and the hotel was fabulous. Definitely stay here!"

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This stay was wonderful! The staff was incredibly helpful and kind. Our room was just right after a day of exploring DC. We only had breakfast one of our days and it was busy but the variety of food was great and the busyness only speaks to how good the breakfast was. I definitely recommend staying here. It’s a little further out from the DC landmarks so if you have a family plan on seeking transportation options for the sights but the hotel itself is close to great shops and great food options all within walking distance. I felt very safe and well cared for as a mom traveling with children."

Hotel Washington

8/10 Good

"The location is excellent to proximity to key DC tourist sites. The hotel does charge additional "fees" that I was not aware of when originally booked and prepaid for. The "fees" are not the hotel's fault apparently they are city tourist fees. But unexpected. The hotel staff was excellent and helpful with all the million questions I asked since it was my first time in DC. They accommodated some unique requests by my travel companions at all hours and we were extremely thankful. The hotel restaurants are very pricey, but all the restaurants in that area are because of the location so be aware when budgeting. I would definitely stay there again."

Gateway Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice location"

More cheap stays in Kensington

Quality Inn Mt. Vernon

7212 Richmond Hwy Alexandria VA

S$99

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Motel 6 Laurel, DC - Washington Northeast

3510 Old Annapolis Rd Laurel MD

S$102

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Econo Lodge Metro

6800 Lee Hwy Arlington VA

S$131

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

District Hotel

1440 Rhode Island Ave NW Washington DC

S$136

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

7.8/10 Good! (1,146 reviews)

Gateway Hotel

2700 New York Ave NE Washington DC

S$159

28 Oct - 29 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (789 reviews)

Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key

1900 Fort Myer Dr Arlington VA

S$235

30 Oct - 31 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kensington?

Washington Plaza Hotel, located 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from the heart of Kensington, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your trip to the area are Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kensington.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kensington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kensington.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Kensington?

Washington Plaza Hotel: Hotel, 9-minute walk from Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Features complimentary wireless Internet access, a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol and Arlo Washington DC are a couple of other choices that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Kensington.

What is staying in Kensington like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Kensington has to offer, including the temples, entertainment choices and churches. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its theatres. White House, Capital One Arena and Union Station Shopping Center are some of the top sights around the area. In Kensington, there are 6 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Kensington.

What are the top places to visit in Kensington?

A favourite place to visit is Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center. You'll also find White House and Capital One Arena in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Kensington guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Kensington?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Kensington is 1311 mm.

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

1. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

3. The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

5. EVEN Hotel Rockville - Washington DC Area by IHG

6. William F. Bolger Center

7. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville

8. Staybridge Suites Tysons - McLean by IHG

9. The Hotel at the University of Maryland

10. Holiday Inn Washington-College Pk (I-95) by IHG

11. Cambria Hotel College Park

12. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.

13. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

14. HighRoad Washington DC

15. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

16. Best Western Plus College Park Hotel

17. City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast

18. The Normandy Hotel

19. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

20. Archer Hotel Tysons

Where to stay in Kensington

South Kensington

Rock Creek Hills

Stay near popular Kensington attractions

Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center

Learn more about Kensington

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

The Henley Park Hotel

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Arlo Washington DC

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

Hotel Washington

Gateway Hotel

More cheap stays in Kensington

Quality Inn Mt. Vernon

Motel 6 Laurel, DC - Washington Northeast

Econo Lodge Metro

District Hotel

Gateway Hotel

Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key

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