Northwest
Washington
Popular places to visit
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Washington Monument
Centerpiece of the National Mall, America’s tribute to the country’s founding father stirs the soul while offering superb views from the top.
Howard University
Explore the campus of Howard University during your stay in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Things to do
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
US Capitol & Library of Congress Tour with Supreme Court, Senate
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Top hotels in Northwest
Washington Plaza Hotel
It was awfully rxpensive, but apparently there was a meeting going on in town so most hotels were booked and those that weren’t definitely had surge pricing! I’d have liked a vending machine with the ice machine on the halls. We just wanted to have a Coke in the room and you couldn’t. We even asked ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Beautiful place…
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Was a great location, food was delicious. They need a store with more snack choices than a vending machine
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
State Plaza Hotel
All good
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Glover Park - Georgetown
The hotel was not very clean overall. The beds are old and uncomfortable, leaving us in pain. When checking the mattress for bugs (no, I didn't find any), I was disappointed with how stained the mattresses were. The sofa in the room was filthy, as was the elevator (see photos). There was no working ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Everything was nice and clean. Restaurant food was good with big portions. Only complaint would be the room was small but we really was only there to sleep, bed was comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest
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.
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 Water Gate at the Watergate Complex.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Market 5 Gallery – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
