What's it like in Upper Northwest?

Travellers to the Upper Northwest neighbourhood in Washington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens and United States Naval Observatory as part of your Upper Northwest travel plans.

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 Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion and Glover Park Hotel Georgetown .

How many hotels are there in the Upper Northwest area?

Expedia has 88 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, United States Naval Observatory and Chevy Chase Pavilion Shopping Center 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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1. Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

Upper Northwest

Mario

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a central staircase, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a sofa.

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

Upper Northwest

Deshong

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A lobby with a wooden floor, two leather sofas, a TV mounted on the wall, and a glass-fronted store.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue

Upper Northwest

Mohammed

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A grand entrance with a fountain, steps, and a balustrade leading to a building with a brick facade and large windows.

4. Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

Upper Northwest

Vernon

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

5. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown

3.1 km from Upper Northwest

Alkis

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

6. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

5 km from Upper Northwest

Addison

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

7. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

5.1 km from Upper Northwest

Sean

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

8. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

5.5 km from Upper Northwest

Samuel

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of a city street at night, and modern buildings in the background.

9. Hyatt Centric Arlington

5 km from Upper Northwest

Nathalie

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and tables, each with a bottle of water.

10. Washington Plaza Hotel

Logan Circle, 5.5 km from Upper Northwest

Sherry

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A bar area with seating, a beverage display, and a menu board.

11. Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn

5.1 km from Upper Northwest

Gedeliah

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a bar area in the background.

12. The Darcy Hotel

Dupont Circle, 5.1 km from Upper Northwest

Jephthahlyn

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

13. HighRoad Washington DC

3.8 km from Upper Northwest

David Michael

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

14. The Normandy Hotel

3.6 km from Upper Northwest

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern bar area with a marble column, wooden bar stools, and a long counter.

15. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 5.8 km from Upper Northwest

Shavariah

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, American flags, and a well-maintained garden.

16. Hotel Lombardy

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 5.1 km from Upper Northwest

Satyendrakumar

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

17. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

8.1 km from Upper Northwest

Sharon

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

Two women walking through a hotel lobby with a large glass door, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

18. The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

4.7 km from Upper Northwest

IRINA

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

The exterior of the State Plaza Hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a landscaped entrance area with potted plants and a metal railing.

19. State Plaza Hotel

Foggy Bottom, 5.5 km from Upper Northwest

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a round table with a vase of flowers.

20. Arlington Court Suites, a Clarion Collection Hotel

5.9 km from Upper Northwest

Wanda

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Where to stay in Upper Northwest

Find the best Upper Northwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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 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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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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Top Upper Northwest Hotel Reviews

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property, friendly staff, comfy bed. Near the metro"

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Es un 10/10. La ubicación es ideal. El hotel es moderno, con bar, zonas comunes con mucha onda. Tiene un restó de sushi con terraza espectacular, con vista al Capitolio. La habitación impecable, moderna aunque chiquita, pero muy tecnológico todo. Elegiría este hotel si volviera. El personal muy amable."

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Our top choices for Upper Northwest hotels

1. Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue

4. Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

5. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown

6. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

7. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

8. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

9. Hyatt Centric Arlington

10. Washington Plaza Hotel

11. Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn

12. The Darcy Hotel

13. HighRoad Washington DC

14. The Normandy Hotel

15. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

16. Hotel Lombardy

17. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

18. The Melrose Georgetown Hotel

19. State Plaza Hotel

20. Arlington Court Suites, a Clarion Collection Hotel

Where to stay in Upper Northwest

Downtown Washington D.C.

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Old Town Alexandria

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Top Upper Northwest Hotel Reviews

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