What's it like in Southwest Waterfront?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Washington's Southwest Waterfront neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Arena Stage and U.S.S. Sequoia Presidential Yacht as part of your Southwest Waterfront travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Southwest Waterfront?

Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options in Southwest Waterfront to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Washington area.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Southwest Waterfront.

What can I see and do in this Washington neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Waterside Park, Lansburgh Dog Park and Benjamin Banneker Park. You could also plan a visit to Arena Stage or U.S.S. Sequoia Presidential Yacht while you're in the neighbourhood. Favourite places to visit in the surrounding area include White House, Smithsonian Institution and Capital One Arena. While you're out sightseeing, Recorder of Deeds Building and Gangplank Marina are a couple of additional sights to visit in Washington.

How can I get around Southwest Waterfront and the greater Washington area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Waterfront Station is the closest metro station.

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3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

2.5 km from Southwest Waterfront

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Hampton Inn Washington-Downtown-Convention Center

2.7 km from Southwest Waterfront

Soumadatya

includes taxes & fees

7 Feb - 8 Feb

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 3.1 km from Southwest Waterfront

Jacob Benjamin

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

Daily buffet breakfast (USD 19.00 per person)

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

NoMa, 3.3 km from Southwest Waterfront

Kevin

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 2.2 km from Southwest Waterfront

Anna

includes taxes & fees

27 Feb - 28 Feb

Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.3 km from Southwest Waterfront

Evan

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Southwest Federal Center, 1 km from Southwest Waterfront

Karen

includes taxes & fees

7 Feb - 8 Feb

Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport

4.1 km from Southwest Waterfront

Vincent

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

Washington Plaza Hotel

Logan Circle, 3.4 km from Southwest Waterfront

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

YOTEL Washington DC

Northwest, 2 km from Southwest Waterfront

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

7 Feb - 8 Feb

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

5.1 km from Southwest Waterfront

Laurel

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA

4 km from Southwest Waterfront

Doreen

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

EVEN Hotel Rockville - Washington DC Area by IHG

22.3 km from Southwest Waterfront

Marcelline

includes taxes & fees

3 Feb - 4 Feb

2 restaurants, dinner served, Japanese cuisine

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Southwest Federal Center, 0.8 km from Southwest Waterfront

Auset E

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Hotel Lombardy

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.7 km from Southwest Waterfront

Eva J

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Georgetown

4.4 km from Southwest Waterfront

Tyeisha

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

The Darcy Hotel

Dupont Circle, 3.8 km from Southwest Waterfront

Anthony

includes taxes & fees

7 Feb - 8 Feb

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.7 km from Southwest Waterfront

Maraliz

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Mount Vernon Square, 3.1 km from Southwest Waterfront

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

The Wharf, 0.7 km from Southwest Waterfront

Duane

includes taxes & fees

27 Feb - 28 Feb

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Where to stay in Southwest Waterfront

Find the best Southwest Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Washington D.C.

Art galleries, museums and theaters as well as vibrant entertainment, nightlife and shopping districts await in this city center neighborhood.

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Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

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Georgetown

A pleasant suburb on the banks of the Potomac River, home to the city’s oldest buildings, great shops and stylish bars.

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Alexandria which includes heritage elements

Old Town Alexandria

This well-preserved historic district a short drive from Washington D.C. has modern art and designer fashions lining 18th-century cobblestone streets.

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