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Our top choices for Smithsonian Institution hotels

Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Our favorite spot per usual "
United States
Cesar
The price is ฿21,691
฿25,150 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
3 restaurants, breakfast served

The Jefferson, Washington, DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay. Lovely staff"
United States
Ashit Ramniklal
The price is ฿15,125
฿17,538 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, rooftop bar

Conrad Washington, DC

Conrad Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (812 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Angie
The price is ฿11,642
฿13,498 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Conrad Washington, DC
2 restaurants, American cuisine

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
2.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"The hotel itself was beautiful. Everything was in walking distance. The Hotel was really really nice. The parking was terrible. You pay $70 a day to park and within a block away it was $29 for one day all day so do a hotel was great, but the parking is terrible terrible terrible"
United States
Ozie B
The price is ฿5,687
฿6,594 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
Meeting facility

Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa
3.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Kristina
The price is ฿7,138
฿8,277 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa
Lobby

The Hay-Adams

The Hay-Adams
5.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (899 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel! "
United States
Sam Kellett
The price is ฿19,815
฿22,975 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Hay-Adams
Restaurant

Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC
4.0 star property
Northwest, 0.9 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,499 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
David
The price is ฿4,060
฿6,024 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Arlo Washington DC
Rooftop terrace

SIXTY DC

SIXTY DC
4.5 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.5 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean rooms and amazing staff"
United States
Eudaldo
The price is ฿7,274
฿9,622 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
SIXTY DC
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds

Riggs Washington DC

Riggs Washington DC
5.0 star property
Penn Quarter, 0.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,425 reviews)
"Great location, Clean Rooms, Great Style and Friendly Staff - Loved the bar"
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿6,886
฿9,469 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Riggs Washington DC
Lobby

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
4.5 star property
Northwest, 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,354 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! Great vibe. "
United States
Robert
The price is ฿4,965
฿7,057 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
Dining

Phoenix Park Hotel

Phoenix Park Hotel
3.5 star property
Northwest, 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,190 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The location is great and the staff was very nice. "
United States
Alice
The price is ฿5,567
฿7,479 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Phoenix Park Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in great location. "
United States
Robert
The price is ฿11,972
฿15,181 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
Exterior

Salamander Washington DC

Salamander Washington DC
5.0 star property
Southwest Federal Center, 1.1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,086 reviews)
"Friendly staff and wonderful pool "
United States
Munira
The price is ฿16,006
฿18,558 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Salamander Washington DC
Rooftop pool

ROOST White House

ROOST White House
2.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"The apartment was amazing for traveling with 2kids! "
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ฿7,865
฿9,120 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
ROOST White House
Courtyard

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Morrison Clark Historic Inn
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,080 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. The history of the buildings is amazing as well. "
United States
Kevin
The price is ฿4,450
฿5,159 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Outdoor banquet area

Viceroy Washington DC

Viceroy Washington DC
4.5 star property
Logan Circle, 2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,067 reviews)
"Nice size room and excellent service "
United States
Luis
The price is ฿6,242
฿8,537 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Viceroy Washington DC
Exterior

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

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,292 reviews)
"The location was great. They had a complimentary drinks and breakfast which were both fantastic "
United States
Elsa
The price is ฿6,370
฿7,386 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Exterior

Eaton DC

Eaton DC
4.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.3 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,555 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and when we go back to DC we will stay there again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is ฿5,118
฿7,233 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Eaton DC
Lounge

The Darcy Hotel

The Darcy Hotel
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2.1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,541 reviews)
"Friendly staff, spacious and clean rooms. Would happily stay here again. "
United States
Gabriela P
The price is ฿4,538
฿6,381 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
The Darcy Hotel
Terrace/patio

Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,213 reviews)
"Very nice will stay again"
United States
Shanel
The price is ฿5,158
฿5,980 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
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Compare popular hotels close to Smithsonian Institution

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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3 restaurants, breakfast served
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, rooftop bar
Conrad Washington, DC
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
812 reviews
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2 restaurants, American cuisine
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
11 reviews
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Meeting facility
Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
149 reviews
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Top Smithsonian Institution Hotel Reviews

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff and beautiful room. Had a wonderful visit. "
Troy 4-night trip
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Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

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4.3/5 (25 reviews)
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4.3/5 (1,573 reviews)
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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 339 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Smithsonian Institution?
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC 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 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Smithsonian Institution. Other good choices within a short distance include Arlo Washington DC and Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill.
How many hotels will I find near Smithsonian Institution?
Expedia has 339 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?
Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Smithsonian Institution.
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 Ford's Theater, Warner Theatre and National 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.