West End Travel Guide
Washington
Visit West End
Stay near popular West End attractions
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking
Top hotels in West End
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
"Beautiful hotel with an excellent restaurant and fun little bar. Room was clean comfortable and spacious. Location is ideal for restaurants, the university, and all the sites of DC. Would definitely recommend"
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/Georgetown Area
Washington Plaza Hotel
"The WiFi was out for my entire stay, the lobby smelled like someone mopped with a old mop. The bathrooms are ancient and the rooms with balcony are really small."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Clean. Helpful staff. Great location. Would recommend!!"
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"It was VERY cold at night and only a very thin blanket on the bed. Request another blanket if you are a colder sleeper!"
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Where to stay in West End
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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 Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.
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.
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.
