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!

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Top hotels in West End

Washington Plaza Hotel
"This is an older hotel, but it is clean and well-maintained. This hotel does not have a gift shop or a place to pick up snacks in the hotel. Although there is coffee in the room, the hotel does not have a coffee maker or water in the lobby."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Faruk went above and beyond. The restaurant and bar is the reason I love the Hamilton."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
"It’s was ok"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel
"The staff at the hotel are courteous and helpful. They responded via text right away to our requests. We used the outdoor pool every day during our stay. The pool and the immense outdoor space makes it worthwhile and special."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"Awesome hotel. Needs more security outside due to homeless people harassing guests"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
"Restaurant at hotel was overpriced and mediocre at best, although staff were friendly. Hotel is outdated and poorly maintained. Door deadbolts broken, one elevator out of service. Horrible scent being piped in—yuck no thanks I hate fragrances. Staff was friendly though."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026
Where to stay in West End

Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Athenaeum and Alexandria City Hall. 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 Birchmere 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.

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.












