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An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative archway.
A woman sitting on a chair in a lobby with a checkered floor, reading a newspaper.
A dining table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a gift box, viewed through a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tall monument.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
James
HK$3,917
HK$4,542 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
A round table set with white teacups and saucers, a teapot, and a tray, surrounded by pink upholstered chairs.
A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, multiple seating areas, and a bar.
A bar area with marble countertops and shelves of liquor bottles.
A luxurious living room with a white sofa, blue and gold accents, a glass coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
William James
HK$6,349
HK$7,362 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.
A modern lobby with seating, a large abstract painting, and a view into the dining area.
A modern bar area with round tables and chairs, a central bar counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

3. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Brianna Alexis
HK$1,468
HK$1,703 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A neatly made bed with white linens in a modern room with a wooden headboard, a large abstract painting above the bed, and a window with blinds.
A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.
A modern lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a reception desk.

4. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.6 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Sierra
HK$1,508
HK$1,748 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa
A grand hallway with a patterned floor, ornate ceiling, and classical architecture.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a building with striped awnings.
A grand hall with ornate chandeliers, marble columns, and a patterned floor.
A luxurious lobby with ornate ceiling designs, a patterned carpet, and classic furniture.

5. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
Downtown Washington D.C., 1 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Gary
HK$3,662
HK$4,565 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate wood paneling, and a large floral arrangement.
A grand building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a red door. Flags are displayed on the building's facade.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a nightstand with lamps.
A dimly lit, ornate room with a round table and red upholstered chairs, featuring a bar area with stools and a bartender.

6. The Hay-Adams

The Hay-Adams
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.6 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Cynthia
HK$4,149
HK$4,810 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Hay-Adams
A modern bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a large circular bar counter, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.
A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, including a sofa and a round table with drinks and a lantern.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a long dining area with tables set for guests, and large windows offering a view of the city.
A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window offering a city view.

7. Conrad Washington, DC

Conrad Washington, DC
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
David
HK$3,060
HK$3,548 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Conrad Washington, DC
A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and various bottles and glasses.
A bar with multiple beer taps and a variety of liquor bottles.
A modern hotel room with a glass dining table, black upholstered chairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a city view.
A lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, framed artwork, and a door labeled "The O'Blinor."

8. Phoenix Park Hotel

Phoenix Park Hotel
Northwest, 1.2 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
William
HK$1,326
HK$1,788 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Phoenix Park Hotel
An outdoor dining area with a glass ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a brick wall, and a large window.
The exterior of Arlo hotel in Washington DC with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
A modern living room with a large sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, large windows with a view of the cityscape, and a balcony with a view of the Capitol building.

9. Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC
Northwest, 0.9 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Shelley
HK$1,003
HK$1,485 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Arlo Washington DC
A spacious living room with two sofas, a chandelier, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering city views.
A tray with a teapot, glasses, and macarons on a table with a view of cherry blossoms.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern chandelier.
A hotel with a large building, a bridge, and cherry blossoms along a lake.

10. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
Southwest Federal Center, 1.2 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Mikhail
HK$3,129
HK$3,903 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.
A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a spacious seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase with a glass railing.
A hotel lobby with a seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.
A modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

11. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Mount Vernon Square, 1.4 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Bhim
HK$1,150
HK$1,334 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and hanging floral decorations.
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A table set for dining with chairs, a view of a cityscape, and a flag.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window with a city view.

12. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
Northwest, 1.2 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Samiah
HK$1,765
HK$2,364 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
A modern bar area with leather seating, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor display.
A modern, well-lit room with a sofa, chairs, and ottomans arranged for relaxation.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, planters with flowers, and a brick building in the background.
A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a wine rack.

13. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
2.7 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Randall
HK$4,266
HK$4,947 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
A modern breakfast bar with a checkered floor, glass display cases, and a variety of food items.
A pink building with a teal door, floral decorations, and a 'Sorry we're closed' sign.
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful cushions, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

14. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

citizenM Washington DC NoMa
NoMa, 2.1 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Shakilah
HK$910
HK$1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and cushioned chairs.
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the outdoors.
An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lamps.
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lounge area.

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
The Wharf, 1.4 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Kyke
HK$2,526
HK$3,248 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
A spacious indoor area with a bar and seating areas, featuring a glass ceiling and multiple levels.
A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bar area with bottles.
The exterior of the Hilton Capitol Hill hotel with a covered entrance, a Christmas tree, and a parking area with a scooter.

16. Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Northwest, 1.1 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Kimberly
HK$1,473
HK$1,708 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
A modern interior with exposed brick walls, a black reception desk, and directional signage for amenities like food, restrooms, and a hive bar.
A modern bar area with stools, tables, and a counter.
A hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a decorative archway and a sign above it.
A staircase with a brick wall, metal railing, and potted plants.

17. Hotel Hive

Hotel Hive
Foggy Bottom, 2.5 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Carole
HK$906
HK$1,050 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel Hive
The Quincy Hotel with outdoor seating, a modern facade, and a clear sky.
A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and a view of the street.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a white countertop.
A lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee machine, and a large window with a view of the street.

18. The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.2 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Erion
HK$1,052
HK$1,219 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and an American flag.
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple TVs, and a variety of bottles.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white tiled walls and a few lounge chairs.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
United States
Olga
HK$1,925
HK$2,233 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
A modern building with a large illuminated sign reading "Calvin" and a neon "ON AIR" sign.
A yoga studio with wooden flooring, black yoga mats, and a wall of green plants.
A modern interior with tiered hanging lamps, seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.
An outdoor patio with seating, potted plants, and a building with large windows in the background.

20. Eaton DC

Eaton DC
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.3 km from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
Netherlands
Raman
HK$1,047
HK$1,532 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Eaton DC
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An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A round table set with white teacups and saucers, a teapot, and a tray, surrounded by pink upholstered chairs.
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
9.6
Exceptional
317 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa
9.6
Exceptional
207 reviews
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A grand hallway with a patterned floor, ornate ceiling, and classical architecture.
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
9.6
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
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Top Smithsonian Institution Hotel Reviews

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

10/10 Excellent
"The property has a convenient location. Great hotel with fantastic service! The room was spotless, the bed was very comfortable, and the staff went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Definitely check out ZBurgers across the street for great burgers and milkshakes!!"
Teresa 5-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Steps away from the mall...this gem is clean and extremely friendly staff...great location!!"
janice 5-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
The Henley Park Hotel

The Henley Park Hotel

8/10 Good
"The property was very clean and staff were helpful. However there was a problem with internet for a full day and no TV for two days."
Dawn 5-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Henley Park Hotel
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"👍"
Eleazar 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Washington Plaza Hotel
citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was great, location perfect."
Jamie 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were so friendly and the gentleman that checked me in was extremely helpful and attentive. Every morning the staff greeted me and asked me if I needed anything to make my stay comfortable. The bed was SUPER comfortable and the room was perfect for my solo trip. I will definitely stay again when I come back to DC."
Lexi 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience"
Yvonne 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
Grand Hyatt Washington

Grand Hyatt Washington

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room and spacious bathroom! I had a very comfortable stay."
Neroli 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Grand Hyatt Washington
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

10/10 Excellent
"10/10 would stay again"
Allison 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smithsonian Institution?
Smithsonian Institution is located in a historic area of Washington known for its notable monuments and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 348 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Smithsonian Institution?
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Smithsonian Institution. Other good choices within a short distance include Arlo Washington DC and citizenM Washington DC Capitol.
How many hotels will I find near Smithsonian Institution?
Expedia has 348 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Smithsonian Institution.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smithsonian Institution, will I receive a refund?
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What can I see and do near Smithsonian Institution?
National Gallery of Art, National Museum of Natural History and Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by White House, Old Post Office Pavilion and National Building Museum to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Shakespeare Theatre Company, Ford's Theater and Warner Theatre.
How can I get to Smithsonian Institution?
Nearby metro stations include Cleveland Park Station, Van Ness-UDC Station and Woodley Park-Zoo Station. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, you may want a car rental for your journey.