Southwest
Washington
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Stay near popular Southwest attractions
Things to do
DC Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, National Mall, Tickets
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards
US Capitol "Big 3" Highlights with Reserved Entry
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Top hotels in Southwest
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
"The property and location are fab, and staff are friendly, but there were a few downsides. Train horns from nearby railway are quite loud in the morning. Couldn't get the TV to work all week - wouldn't connect to my phone, spent over an hour with support staff and essentially googling error messages. ..."
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2026
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
"Everything went smoothly at this hotel. I loved my stay as we were celebrating a birthday. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Restaurants and other activities were walking distance. We also had valet options, which we used. Thank you for lovely stay."
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2026
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
"Connie at the bar was extremely welcoming during my 3 night stay, where I had dinner every night. The front desk staff were cold"
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Hotel was nice & clean. My daughter & I stayed here for a weekend of sightseeing in DC. The restaurant was especially tasty & priced fair. The gentleman who managed the bar area was especially friendly and efficient. I didn't catch his name, but was sharply dressed in a nice suit. He constantly checked ..."
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2026
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
"Convenient to American University"
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2026
Where to stay in Southwest
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
