Hotels in Downtown, Washington, D.C.

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Popular hotels in Downtown, Washington, D.C.

Discover well-known properties in Downtown that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 105 hotels in Downtown and price data was last updated on 2 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in Downtown is £193/night.
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1177 15th Street NW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Located close to Metro Center Metro Station, The Madison Hotel provides guests with an ideal base when in Washington, D.C.. The multiple amenities this hip hotel features include a concierge, meeting rooms and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1215 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
1001 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Situated less than a 20-minute stroll from Metro Center Metro Station, Capital Hilton features free Wi-Fi. The various amenities this hip hotel has to offer include valet parking, an express check-in and check-out feature and a ticket service.
8.3
Excellent
2604 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
806 15th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Situated in Washington, D.C., Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square is a short drive from National Zoo and Arlington National Cemetery. It is surrounded by a variety of clubs and bars and is minutes on foot from Metro Center Metro Station.
8.3
Excellent
1724 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
515 15th Street, Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
This unique 5-star hotel is situated close to Madame Tussauds Museum and provides free Wi-Fi. It has a spa and wellness centre, as well as meeting rooms, valet parking and room service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1415 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
1127 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Situated near Dupont Circle, this historic 4-star hotel features outdoor tennis courts, free Wi-Fi and a marble bathroom. It is also a short car trip from Lincoln Memorial and Air & Space Museum.
7.8
Good
953 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
1710 H Street NW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Situated in Downtown, this hip property provides a ticket service, free Wi-Fi and a concierge. It is also a brief car trip from Washington National Cathedral and Chinatown.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
2081 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
1199 Vermont Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC Downtown provides comfortable accommodation and is within walking distance of Madame Tussauds Museum. Some of the popular features at this 3-star hotel include a marble bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1099 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
1401 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Willard Intercontinental Washington, An IHG Hotel provides luxury accommodation and is a few minutes on foot from Madame Tussauds Museum. Some of the popular facilities on offer at this chic 5-star hotel include a marble bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
8.9
Excellent
1120 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
1331 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Located near local tourist attractions, JW Marriott Washington, DC is a short walk from Cutts-Madison House. It features a day spa, as well as outdoor tennis courts, free Wi-Fi and a sauna.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1630 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
480 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Offering free Wi-Fi and a rooftop pool, Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf is conveniently located next to Reagan-National. It is also a short car trip from The Pentagon and US State Dept.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1088 reviews
Location
1.6 mi from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Downtown

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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Downtown?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Downtown is November (£80). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Downtown is April (£354).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Downtown?

The cheapest day to stay in Downtown is Sunday (£86). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is £297.

How much is a hotel in Downtown tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Downtown tonight starting as low as £68, rising to an average cost of £90, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £96 for a 4-star hotel in Downtown for tonight.

How much is a Downtown hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Downtown this weekend for as little as £102/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £109/night. For a 4-star hotel in Downtown, the cheapest rate recently found was £102/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Downtown?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 9 days before your trip to Downtown. The lowest price found when booking 9 days ahead was £72 per night.

Top-rated Downtown, Washington, D.C. hotels

Browse through properties in Downtown that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 105 properties in Downtown and data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Our users rated these Downtown hotels among the best places to stay. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
1100 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£516
Avg. per night
1127 Connecticut Avenue NW, 7th Floor, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£133
Avg. per night
1330 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1.6 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£279
Avg. per night
800 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£346
Avg. per night
1155 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
£139
Avg. per night
923 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£356
Avg. per night
1201 K Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£137
Avg. per night
733 15th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£144
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Downtown, Washington, D.C.

Discover affordable stays in Downtown that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Downtown can be found for as low as £71 per night. There is currently one property in Downtown that can be booked for this price. The Architect is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Downtown. Price data was last updated on 2 September 2025
These Downtown properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
1025 15th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£71
Avg. per night
550 School Street Southwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£79
Avg. per night
2019 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£97
Avg. per night
1011 L Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£99
Avg. per night
1823 L Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£99
Avg. per night
839 17th Street Nw, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£105
Avg. per night
550 C Street Southwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£108
Avg. per night
1522 K Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£114
Avg. per night
815 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£115
Avg. per night
400 E Street Southwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£116
Avg. per night
1729 H Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£116
Avg. per night
1143 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£118
Avg. per night
1001 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£120
Avg. per night
1400 M Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
£124
Avg. per night
333 East Street Southwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1.9 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£129
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Downtown

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Downtown to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Downtown at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Hotels located in the Downtown area sorted by price and hotel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
4 stars +
806 15th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1401 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1100 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
923 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
515 15th Street, Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
3 stars
839 17th Street Nw, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1522 K Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
815 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1199 Vermont Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1823 L Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
2 stars and under
1729 H Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1025 15th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States

Where to stay in Downtown

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Downtown to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 2 September 2025.
Whether you're visiting Downtown for leisure or business, utilise the map to find hotels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hotel within the map by clicking on its name.

About Downtown

Downtown Washington DC is a neighbourhood and central region of the capital city of the United States, encompassing the Downtown Historic District and spanning out about six blocks in every direction from the White House. This commercial hotspot and combined residential area also feature many notable tourist attractions.

Downtown DC is the forefront of the capital’s nightlife, shopping, and dining scene with popular retail areas such as the City Centre DC and restaurants including Plume, Decanter, and Zentan. The White House is the reigning cultural attraction at the beating heart of downtown DC. There are many museums, theatres, and other places of public interest such as the famous Smithsonian Museum, Shakespeare Theatre, Penn Quarter Neighbourhood, and the Renwick Gallery.

The Metrorail and Metrobus are the most convenient forms of transit around the region. Visitors will find plentiful taxis and the DC Circulator bus offering exclusive public routes. Walking and cycling are also very popular means of transportation.

Height restrictions placed on buildings in the Downtown Washington DC area prevent the over development of overwhelming skyscrapers. The tallest commercial building is One Franklin Square at 64 metres high. The collective buildings boast a variety of architectural styles including the oldest style of the Federal School, Neoclassical, Second Empire-style, as well as postmodern.

Facts about staying in Downtown, Washington, D.C.

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Downtown to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 2 September 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Downtown?

    Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC (8.2/10 from 4,986 reviews), Citizenm Washington Dc Capitol (8.7/10 from 1,819 reviews), and Capital Hilton (8.3/10 from 2,604 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Downtown.

  • What is a good hotel near White House?

    Reviews of Washington Plaza Hotel recommend it as a good place to stay near White House, scoring 8.4/10 from 4,588 ratings.

  • What is a good hotel in Downtown near Walter E. Washington Convention Center?

    Washington Plaza Hotel is rated 8.4 from 4,588 reviews and is close to Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

  • Is there a good hotel near National Mall?

    If you’re visiting National Mall then the nearby Washington Plaza Hotel is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (4,588 reviews scoring it at an average 8.4/10).

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Downtown?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in Downtown starting from £67 per night in the last 3 days.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Downtown?

    The most popular landmark in Downtown is White House located in Washington, D.C., followed by Walter E. Washington Convention Center and National Mall, located in Washington, D.C. and Washington, D.C., respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in Downtown, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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