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 91 hotels in Downtown and price data was last updated on 18 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Downtown is £196/night.
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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.
8.2
Excellent
1723 reviews
Location
0.4 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
952 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
1155 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Situated in Downtown, Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat provides 4-star accommodation and a swim-up bar, an express check-in and check-out feature and a rooftop pool. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to discover the area's attractions.
8.3
Excellent
657 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
1400 M Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center is situated in Washington, D.C. and is close to Kennedy Center. It is also a short car trip from Washington National Cathedral and National Museum of African American History and Culture.
7.9
Good
764 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
923 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Ideally located in Washington, D.C., The St. Regis Washington, D.C. offers luxury accommodation within a short drive of Lincoln Memorial and Washington National Cathedral. It also features valet parking, an express check-in and check-out feature and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
177 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
8.8
Excellent
2028 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
800 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
Ideally situated in Washington, D.C., The Hay - Adams offers unique accommodation an easy drive from Lincoln Memorial and Washington National Cathedral. It also provides valet parking, an express check-in and check-out feature and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
309 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Washington, D.C.

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

The most affordable month to stay at hotel in Downtown is November, with an average price of £82.

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

The cheapest day to stay in Downtown is Thursday (£114). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is £322.

How much is a hotel in Downtown tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Downtown tonight starting as low as £98, rising to an average cost of £105, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £91 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 £80/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £101/night. For a 4-star hotel in Downtown, the cheapest rate recently found was £92/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Downtown?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 45 days before your trip to Downtown. The lowest price found when booking 45 days ahead was £65 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 £81 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 18 July 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
£81
Avg. per night
839 17th Street Nw, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£86
Avg. per night
10 Thomas Circle Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£94
Avg. per night
1823 L Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£100
Avg. per night
2019 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£105
Avg. per night
1001 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£108
Avg. per night
1143 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£116
Avg. per night
1475 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£119
Avg. per night
815 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£124
Avg. per night
1522 K Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£124
Avg. per night
1729 H Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£126
Avg. per night
1177 15th Street NW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£128
Avg. per night
1127 Connecticut Avenue NW, 7th Floor, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£131
Avg. per night
1199 Vermont Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£134
Avg. per night
1001 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
£142
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 18 July 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 +
923 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
800 16th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
806 15th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
2019 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1001 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
3 stars
1522 K Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
815 14th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1823 L Street Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
1475 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C., DC, United States
839 17th Street Nw, 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 18 July 2025.
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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 18 July 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Downtown?

    Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC (8.2/10 from 4,944 reviews), Washington Plaza Hotel (8.4/10 from 4,528 reviews), and Capital Hilton (8.3/10 from 2,594 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Downtown.

  • What is a good hotel near White House?

    Reviews of Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC recommend it as a good place to stay near White House, scoring 8.2/10 from 4,944 ratings.

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

    Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC is rated 8.2 from 4,944 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 Hamilton Hotel - Washington DC is a popular hotel with HotelsCombined users (4,944 reviews scoring it at an average 8.2/10).

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Downtown?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in Downtown starting from £72 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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