West End Travel Guide
Alexandria
Visit West End
Things to do

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!

Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York

City Cruises Washington DC: Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band
Top hotels in West End

Washington Plaza Hotel
"It was a wonderful experience and excellent staff. Room was clean and perfect location. ."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

State Plaza Hotel

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
"We love the Omni and stay there when we are in DC. It is very homey, but in that vein the rooms are showing their age and the grand dame needs an upgrade. Love the staff and the ambiance."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"Nice hotel, great friendly staff. Modern room. Great food at rooftop. Would stay again"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
"The room smelled like an animal had been in it. The bathroom had food stains on the wall. My blanket was dirty housekeeping gave me more but that had a stains on them as well. Several of the fresh wash clothes had big yellow stains on them. I’ve stayed here twice before and it’s definitely going ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Park Hyatt Washington
Where to stay in West End

Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

Old Town West
While you're in Old Town West, take in top sights like Alexandria Black History Museum and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.
Potomac West
While you're in Potomac West, take in top sights like Mt Vernon Ave and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

National Landing
While you're in National Landing, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City or DEA Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Crystal City Station or Potomac Yard Station.

Southwest Quadrant
Southwest Quadrant might not have many top sights, but United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum and Alexandria City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.












