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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 grand entrance with a glass dome ceiling, ornate metal gates, and a checkered floor.

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.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative archway.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

James

HK$3,704

HK$4,295 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a service cart, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lobby with seating, a large abstract painting, and a view into the dining area.

2. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Brianna Alexis

HK$1,151

HK$1,334 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass-top reception desk, marble flooring, and large windows offering city views.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

3. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

2.6 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

mariana

HK$2,604

HK$3,311 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A Victorian-style building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with steps.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a TV, a kettle, and a chandelier.

A kitchen with a modern induction cooktop, a kettle, and a fire extinguisher. There are two windows with views of a balcony and buildings.

A building with brick walls, large windows, and outdoor seating.

4. HighRoad Washington DC

1.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Rosa

HK$557

HK$737 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, a bar counter, and overhead lighting.

A lobby with a marble fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and decorative vases.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a green wall.

5. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

Georgetown, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Melissa

HK$9,879

HK$11,455 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a fireplace and a kitchen area in the background.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, recessed lighting, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

An outdoor cafe with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and a covered area with a metal frame and hanging lights.

6. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Alan

HK$1,837

HK$2,130 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-level atrium with open spaces, seating areas, and a central staircase.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the upper floors.

A multi-level hotel atrium with a central open space, seating areas, and a bar/lounge on the upper level.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen displaying news.

7. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

2.5 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

LuAnn

HK$1,382

HK$1,603 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern bar area with leather seating, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor display.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a wine rack.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, planters with flowers, and a brick building in the background.

A modern, well-lit room with a sofa, chairs, and ottomans arranged for relaxation.

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

2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Randall

HK$3,599

HK$4,173 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a red door.

An outdoor patio area with seating, tables, and a fire pit.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, and a coffee table with a book.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a built-in wardrobe, and a mirror.

9. Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Georgetown, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Lourdes Maria

HK$2,344

HK$2,718 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a bar area in the background.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and tables.

A reception desk with three cushioned seating areas and a decorative floral arrangement on the wall behind.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a standing lamp, and a TV.

10. The Darcy Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Richard

HK$997

HK$1,431 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, American flags, and a well-maintained garden.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and multiple lit candles on tables.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and candles on tables.

A red upholstered chair, a round wooden table with a book and a lamp, and a tiled floor.

11. Hotel Lombardy

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Satyendrakumar

HK$840

HK$974 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

The Quincy Hotel with outdoor seating, a modern facade, and a clear sky.

A lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee machine, and a large window with a view of the street.

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.

12. The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.9 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Erion

HK$1,228

HK$1,423 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel entrance with a canopy sign, a glass door, and a brick-paved entrance area.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, bar stools, and a large fire feature.

A ceiling with a unique circular mirror design and a framed artwork below.

13. Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Barbara

HK$1,291

HK$1,497 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A wine cellar with glass walls, a wooden table, and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a well-lit entrance and a covered area.

A modern lobby with a large abstract art installation, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a glass partition.

A long wooden dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.

14. Park Hyatt Washington

2.6 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Alexandra

HK$2,470

HK$2,863 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a marble countertop, and a built-in bookshelf with decorative items.

A modern dining area with a round table, two grey upholstered chairs, a round mirror, and a vase with green plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a dining area with a table and chairs, and artwork on the wall.

15. One Washington Circle DC, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2.9 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

John

HK$1,087

HK$1,487 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating with cushioned chairs and tables, and a green wall with a 'Doutai' sign.

A wooden deck with a pool, outdoor furniture, and a hanging light fixture.

A person sitting by a window with a cityscape view, including buildings and trees.

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the city.

16. Viceroy Washington DC

Logan Circle, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Seth

HK$1,450

HK$2,000 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A rooftop bar with wooden furniture, green bar stools, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern building with a large entrance, a sign reading "SIXTY", and a street lamp.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a table with drinks, and a view of city buildings at dusk.

A bar area with a checkered floor, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

17. SIXTY DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.4 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Margaret

HK$1,736

HK$2,304 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lounge area with leather sofas, armchairs, and a fireplace.

An outdoor patio area with brick walls, string lights, and greenery.

A long dining table set with candles, flowers, and chairs in a room with brick walls and large windows.

A spacious room with large windows, a brick wall, and modern furniture.

18. The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

Georgetown, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Victor

HK$3,857

HK$4,472 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A brick building with a large windowed section, a smaller tower-like structure, and a flat-roofed building with a metal roof.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower, a vanity with a marble countertop, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city.

19. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown

3 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

leah van

HK$1,050

HK$1,217 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern indoor pool with a glass ceiling, a fire feature, and a view of a distant building.

A reception area with a glass door leading to an outdoor seating area, a reception desk, and a large poster on the wall.

A luxurious living room with a fireplace, bookshelves, and comfortable seating.

A modern building entrance with a brick facade, a glass door, and a sign reading "Rosewood Washington, DC." There are potted plants and a patterned floor.

20. Rosewood Washington, D.C.

Georgetown, 3 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

John

HK$4,390

HK$5,091 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Smithsonian's National Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 305 reviews	View
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
HighRoad Washington DC	9.4 Exceptional 720 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC	9.6 Exceptional 206 reviews	View

Top Smithsonian's National Zoo Hotel Reviews

Washington Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot in Washington! Hotel has a great coffee cafe and the chia pudding is amazing! Close to the subway. Lots of delicious restaurants. Would love to come back to this hotel. Great spot for the 2026 Teamsters women’s conference!!!"

HighRoad Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Ready check in with a great location."

The LINE Hotel DC

10/10 Excellent

"Love"

The Normandy Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, friendly staff, clean rooms. Just what a travelers needs."

Hotel Lombardy

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very nice, clean and peaceful. The staff was extremely polite and friendly."

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"I loved Hotel Hamilton. My room overlooked Franklin Square Park. Location was great with tons of restaurant options and I walked to the National Mall. Staff were great. Nice rec room and love getting purified water in the lobby. Totally recommend it!"

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

10/10 Excellent

"We've been staying at the Royal Sonesta for years now. A few years ago it changed ownership. The upgrades that the Royal Sonesta made are impressive. We had a lovely stay."

Lyle Washington D.C.

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious, comfortable and surprisingly quiet given the central location. Breakfast in the attached restaurant was above standard for a hotel amenity. Everyone on site was friendly and helpful. The hotel is within walking distance of DuPont Metro station and dozens of very good restaurants. Street parking is easy on weekends, if you do not want to use the hotel parking. We will definitely stay here again."

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

10/10 Excellent

"Staff is always so helpful and friendly. Great stay!"

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Smithsonian's National Zoo 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 235 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Smithsonian's National Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include The LINE Hotel DC and HighRoad Washington DC.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Expedia has 235 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Smithsonian's National Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smithsonian's National Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Smithsonian's National Zoo.

What can I see and do near Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, Phillips Collection and National Geographic Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like White House, Arlington National Cemetery and Dunbar Hotel are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Lincoln Theater, 9:30 Club and Studio Theatre.

How can I get to Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Walk to nearby metro stations like Cleveland Park Station, Van Ness-UDC Station and Woodley Park-Zoo Station. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Smithsonian's National Zoo hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

3. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

4. HighRoad Washington DC

5. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

6. The Dupont Circle Hotel

7. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

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

9. Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. The Darcy Hotel

11. Hotel Lombardy

12. The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel

13. Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

14. Park Hyatt Washington

15. One Washington Circle DC, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Viceroy Washington DC

17. SIXTY DC

18. The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

19. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown

20. Rosewood Washington, D.C.

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Top Smithsonian's National Zoo Hotel Reviews

Washington Hilton

HighRoad Washington DC

The LINE Hotel DC

The Normandy Hotel

Hotel Lombardy

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Lyle Washington D.C.

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

Other attractions near Smithsonian's National Zoo

Rock Creek Trail Exercise Course

Songbyrd Music House and Record Cafe

Lost City Books

Tryst

DC Arts Center

Mt Pleasant Street

District of Columbia Arts Center

Mexican Cultural Institute

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