West End Travel Guide
Alexandria
Visit West End
Things to do

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

Washington DC: Family Treasure Hunt River Cruise

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

Discover Alexandria: Historic Homes, Churches, and Taverns!
Top hotels in West End

Washington Plaza Hotel

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Great location and lovely lemongrass aroma throughout. The double beds were comfy and room is spacious. The Park on 14th is diagnolly across the street and there is a garage around the corner for $20-30/day."
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
"I would definitely come back for a stay. I came for a quick staycation and loved it. The staff is friendly and helpful. The hotel is clean and noise is non-existent. Walkable restaurants and Harris Teeter at the end of the block. If you are ever in the Washington , D.C. area this hotel will not ..."
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

State Plaza Hotel

Arlo Washington DC
"Very clean facilities, friendly and efficient staff. Easy parking and walking distance to everything we needed"
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026
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.

Del Ray
If you're spending some time in Del Ray, Mt Vernon Ave and Del Ray Farmers Market are top sights worth seeing.

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








