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Where to stay in Upper Northwest

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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 Smithsonian's National Zoo, 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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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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Dupont Circle

Funky shops, historic houses and fascinating museums have turned this once-exclusive neighborhood into a fun-loving bohemian district.

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Hotel Lombardy

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Upper Northwest?

Travellers to the Upper Northwest neighbourhood in Washington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Upper Northwest? Consider a visit to Smithsonian's National Zoo while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Upper Northwest?

Based on our traveller data, Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper Northwest. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Smithsonian's National Zoo, and it offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the area include Glover Park Hotel Georgetown and Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion.

How many hotels are there in the Upper Northwest area?

Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodation options in Upper Northwest to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Washington area.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Upper Northwest.

What can I see and do in this Washington neighbourhood?

Upper Northwest's sights and attractions like Sedgwick Garden Architectural Sculpture, Kreeger Museum and Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens offer insight into the local culture. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Smithsonian's National Zoo and United States Naval Observatory are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Upper Northwest include Kogod Arts Center, American University - Washington College of Law and Friendship Playground. When you're sightseeing in Washington, Katzen Arts Center and Austrian Embassy are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Upper Northwest and the greater Washington area?

If you want to see more of the city, Tenleytown Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Van Ness-UDC Station and Cleveland Park Station.

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Our top choices for Upper Northwest hotels

1. Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue

3. Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

5. The Normandy Hotel

6. Washington Hilton

7. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

8. The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

9. Hyatt Place Washington DC/Georgetown/West End

10. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

11. Eurostars Saint Gregory Dupont Circle Georgetown

12. The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row

13. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

14. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

15. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

16. HighRoad Washington DC

17. Washington Plaza Hotel

18. Arlington Court Suites, a Clarion Collection Hotel

19. Hyatt Place Washington DC/White House

20. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Where to stay in Upper Northwest

Downtown Washington D.C.

Northwest

Georgetown

Old Town Alexandria

Dupont Circle

Top Upper Northwest Hotel Reviews

Hotel Lombardy

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