⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Smithsonian American Art Museum for 2026

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An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.

A woman sitting on a chair in a lobby with a checkered floor, reading a newspaper.

A dining table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a gift box, viewed through a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tall monument.

A grand entrance with a glass dome ceiling, ornate metal gates, and a checkered floor.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.4 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

andrew

S$646

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A luxurious hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a dresser, and a chandelier.

A banquet hall with round tables, gold chairs, and floral centerpieces.

A room with a view of a bridge, a table with folded clothes, a candle, and a rack of suits.

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

William James

S$1,201

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A modern bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a large circular bar counter, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, including a sofa and a round table with drinks and a lantern.

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window offering a city view.

3. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.4 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

David

S$516

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a reception desk.

A building facade with a 'MINT HOUSE' sign, large glass doors, and a fire hydrant.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.

4. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 1 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Dawn

S$252

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A grand hallway with a patterned floor, ornate ceiling, and classical architecture.

A luxurious lobby with ornate ceiling designs, a patterned carpet, and classic furniture.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a building with striped awnings.

A grand hotel entrance with a marquee sign, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

5. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.8 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Irina

S$619

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a service cart, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern bar area with round tables and chairs, a central bar counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

6. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.6 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Drew

S$245

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and various bottles and glasses.

A bar with multiple beer taps and a variety of liquor bottles.

A spacious lobby with a piano, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

A lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, framed artwork, and a door labeled "The O'Blinor."

7. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.2 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Thomas Allen

S$267

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and hanging floral decorations.

A table set for dining with chairs, a view of a cityscape, and a flag.

A modern lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a staircase.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window with a city view.

8. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1.1 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

deborah

S$275

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

An outdoor dining area with a glass ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a brick wall, and a large window.

The exterior of Arlo hotel in Washington DC with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

9. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 0.7 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Kenneth

S$262

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern interior with exposed brick walls, a black reception desk, and directional signage for amenities like food, restrooms, and a hive bar.

A modern bar area with stools, tables, and a counter.

A staircase with a brick wall, metal railing, and potted plants.

A hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a decorative archway and a sign above it.

10. Hotel Hive

Foggy Bottom, 2.3 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Benjamin

S$169

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and purple chairs, a curved sofa, and a fireplace with a green rug.

A bar area with marble columns, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A long dining table set with white plates, silverware, and glassware, flanked by blue upholstered chairs.

A spacious lobby with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, and a glass display case with flowers.

11. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.1 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Chance

S$438

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious living room with two sofas, a chandelier, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering city views.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A tray with a teapot, glasses, and macarons on a table with a view of cherry blossoms.

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, 1.7 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

S$553

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern bar area with leather seating, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor display.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a wine rack.

A modern living room with a fireplace, dark walls, and a geometric patterned floor.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, planters with flowers, and a brick building in the background.

13. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

2.3 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Christian

S$711

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.

A modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a spacious seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase with a glass railing.

14. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

0.8 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Erika

S$251

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and cushioned chairs.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lounge area.

An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lamps.

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

The Wharf, 2.1 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Amanda M

S$502

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a fireplace and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern restaurant with leather seating, dining tables set with white tableware, and hanging spherical chandeliers.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, recessed lighting, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

16. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.2 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

S$323

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A Victorian-style building with a prominent turret, arched windows, and a brick facade.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a round ottoman, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a chandelier above and a large mirror on the wall.

A wooden staircase with white railings leading to a door marked "8081".

A red building with a black and white checkered floor, a white door with the number 1808, and outdoor seating with wicker chairs and potted plants.

17. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

Dupont Circle, 2.3 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

S$541

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a water feature.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, and a coffee table. There are shelves with decorative items and a plant.

A modern room with two grey sofas, a round coffee table, and a wooden floor.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a green upholstered headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair by the window.

18. ROOST White House

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.8 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Stephanie

S$369

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern breakfast bar with a checkered floor, glass display cases, and a variety of food items.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful cushions, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and shelves with various items.

19. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

NoMa, 1.8 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

S$185

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the pool area.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

A spacious lobby with a modern reception desk, seating area, and a unique ceiling light installation.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small pool area.

20. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Southwest Federal Center, 1.6 km from Smithsonian American Art Museum

Lindsay

S$279

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Top Smithsonian American Art Museum Hotel Reviews

Riggs Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"The room was comfortable- the bed was very nice- the only problem was the weather was changing and we had trouble with the heating- we were too hot or too cold. The staff at the restaurant is amazing- the restaurant manager Tiane is friendly and very helpful- the hosting staff and service staff friendly and efficient. The food is delicious. We had a great time and look forward to going back to visit. And very popular bar- barista services- great wine list and snacks."

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

8/10 Good

"The staff was wonderful from check in to check out. The bar was convenient; however, they have a gnat issue that was unavoidable. YUCK The location is convenient but the homelessness around the area was disheartening and at times, while coming in and out, felt unsafe."

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente tido"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We love staying here. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming. Easy check in. Everything is .clean and tidy. The location is convenient . Breakfast buffet is popular with everyone. Adjacent is a great Irish pub. Outstanding food and the owners and staff are great. We recommend this location to all of our family and friends. Excellent experience all around."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"Room amazing. Staff outstanding, specially Mike G front desk. Breakfast very good. Walking distance to many great points and eating places."

Hotel Washington

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was wonderful, the rooftop bar is really something to experience. Staff could not have been nicer. Property is beautiful, the room was great. Only Cons: — We must have accidentally booked a mobility accessible room and it did not have a tub. The issue was that the design of the shower made water leak out halfway through the bathroom floor. So we had to put towels down to create a barrier. —The rooms come within an espresso machine, instead of a regular coffee maker, but there’s no instructions on how to use it so I had to look up a YouTube video. Espresso is fancy, but I think most people would prefer a normal cup of coffee. —My husband was charged $5 for a Coke at the restaurant and then another $5 when it was refilled. So that was a bit meh. But otherwise was just a phenomenal location and the price was great! Walking distance to Old Ebbitt Grill and Hamilton. You can walk in heels to both those locations. Hotel is close to so so much if you are sightseeing! Also, if you do the Old Town Trolley tour, one of the stops is right around the corner from the hotel. And the old fashioned cars tours also pick up right there by the front of the hotel. It’s really a perfect place if you are a tourist!"

Arlo Washington DC

8/10 Good

"Our one night stay at Arlo was perfect as for the location. The room size was adequate and clean. It was good experience would use this hotel again definitely."

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"No breakfast. Room was extremely small. Tight space. But we rested ok because it was very clean and friendly staff."

Eaton DC

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot"

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library

9.4/10 (11 reviews)

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Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

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Flashpoint Gallery

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

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National Union Building

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Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington

Enjoy a stop at Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington, an entertaining place to visit in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

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Calvary Baptist Church

8.2/10 (45 reviews)

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Capital Savings Bank Site

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smithsonian American Art Museum?

Smithsonian American Art Museum is located in a historic area of Washington known for its notable monuments and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 448 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Smithsonian American Art Museum?

Adjacent to Smithsonian American Art Museum, Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Washington Plaza Hotel and Moxy Washington DC Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Smithsonian American Art Museum?

Expedia has 448 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Smithsonian American Art Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smithsonian American Art Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Smithsonian American Art Museum.

What can I see and do near Smithsonian American Art Museum?

National Law Enforcement Museum, National Building Museum and National Museum of Women in the Arts feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like White House, Old Post Office Pavilion and St. John's Church. You can check out the local talent at Ford's Theater, Warner Theatre and National Theatre.

How can I get to Smithsonian American Art Museum?

Walk to nearby metro stations like McPherson Sq. Station, Center Station and Farragut West Station. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Smithsonian American Art Museum hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

3. Conrad Washington, DC

4. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

5. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

6. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

7. Phoenix Park Hotel

8. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

9. Arlo Washington DC

10. Hotel Hive

11. Riggs Washington DC

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

13. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

14. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

16. The Dupont Circle Hotel

17. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

18. ROOST White House

19. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

20. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

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Top Smithsonian American Art Museum Hotel Reviews

Riggs Washington DC

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Washington Plaza Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Hotel Washington

Arlo Washington DC

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

Eaton DC

Other attractions near Smithsonian American Art Museum

National Portrait Gallery

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library

Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture

Flashpoint Gallery

National Union Building

Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington

Calvary Baptist Church

Capital Savings Bank Site

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