The Best Hotels Closest to National Portrait Gallery in Washington - 2026 Updated Prices

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An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.

A dining table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a gift box, viewed through a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tall monument.

A woman sitting on a chair in a lobby with a checkered floor, reading a newspaper.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative archway.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.5 km from National Portrait Gallery

andrew

฿16,719

฿19,385 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A round table set with white teacups and saucers, a teapot, and a tray, surrounded by pink upholstered chairs.

A luxurious living room with a white sofa, blue and gold accents, a glass coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, ornate black iron railings, a large patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

A bar area with marble countertops and shelves of liquor bottles.

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from National Portrait Gallery

William James

฿27,030

฿31,341 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.

A modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a spacious seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase with a glass railing.

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Mount Vernon Square, 0.8 km from National Portrait Gallery

Bhim

฿5,355

฿6,210 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

4. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

2.7 km from National Portrait Gallery

Yonatan

฿13,188

฿16,536 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A grand hallway with a patterned floor, ornate ceiling, and classical architecture.

A grand hotel entrance with a marquee sign, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

A grand hall with ornate chandeliers, marble columns, and a patterned floor.

A luxurious lobby with ornate ceiling designs, a patterned carpet, and classic furniture.

5. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.9 km from National Portrait Gallery

Gary

฿14,192

฿17,814 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A building facade with a 'MINT HOUSE' sign, large glass doors, and a fire hydrant.

A neatly made bed with white linens in a modern room with a wooden headboard, a large abstract painting above the bed, and a window with blinds.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.

6. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Brandon

฿6,005

฿6,962 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a large circular bar counter, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, including a sofa and a round table with drinks and a lantern.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a long dining area with tables set for guests, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window offering a city view.

7. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.5 km from National Portrait Gallery

David

฿13,310

฿15,433 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, a bar counter, and overhead lighting.

A lobby with a marble fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and decorative vases.

A modern hotel room with large mirrors, black and beige mats, and neatly rolled towels.

8. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

Georgetown, 3.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Melissa

฿45,239

฿52,455 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a service cart, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern bar area with round tables and chairs, a central bar counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A modern lobby with seating, a large abstract painting, and a view into the dining area.

9. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.7 km from National Portrait Gallery

Drew

฿6,285

฿7,288 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a glass ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a brick wall, and a large window.

The exterior of Arlo hotel in Washington DC with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

10. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 0.6 km from National Portrait Gallery

Deondra

฿4,614

฿8,060 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Victorian-style building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with steps.

A bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and wooden ladder.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a TV, a kettle, and a chandelier.

A building with brick walls, large windows, and outdoor seating.

11. HighRoad Washington DC

3 km from National Portrait Gallery

David Michael

฿2,979

฿3,843 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious living room with two sofas, a chandelier, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering city views.

A tray with a teapot, glasses, and macarons on a table with a view of cherry blossoms.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, 1.8 km from National Portrait Gallery

Mikhail

฿12,742

฿16,077 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern bar area with leather seating, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor display.

A modern, well-lit room with a sofa, chairs, and ottomans arranged for relaxation.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a wine rack.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, planters with flowers, and a brick building in the background.

13. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

2.4 km from National Portrait Gallery

Christian

฿20,049

฿23,247 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A patio with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a table set for a meal.

A restaurant with wooden flooring, round tables, and black chairs. There are windows with blinds and a dark ceiling.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A large, white building with a symmetrical facade, multiple columns, and a central entrance.

14. The Poppy Georgetown

Georgetown, 3.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Angela L

฿10,109

฿11,722 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and cushioned chairs.

A modern office space with a large window overlooking a river and cityscape, a desk with a lamp, and a view of adjacent buildings.

An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lamps.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lounge area.

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

The Wharf, 2.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Kyke

฿10,650

฿13,704 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of the city skyline.

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table and multiple seating areas, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, large spiral wall art, and a spacious marble floor.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

Mount Vernon Square, 0.7 km from National Portrait Gallery

John

฿5,054

฿5,860 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a large illuminated sign reading "Calvin" and a neon "ON AIR" sign.

A yoga studio with wooden flooring, black yoga mats, and a wall of green plants.

An outdoor patio with seating, potted plants, and a building with large windows in the background.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

17. Eaton DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.8 km from National Portrait Gallery

Aziza

฿4,476

฿6,545 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and an American flag.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple TVs, and a variety of bottles.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a large window with a city view.

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

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from National Portrait Gallery

Sara

฿7,052

฿8,176 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, American flags, and a well-maintained garden.

A bar area with multiple chairs, a counter with bottles, and tables with candles.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and multiple lit candles on tables.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and candles on tables.

19. Hotel Lombardy

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Shannon

฿4,187

฿4,855 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern breakfast bar with a checkered floor, glass display cases, and a variety of food items.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and shelves with various items.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

A pink building with a teal door, floral decorations, and a 'Sorry we're closed' sign.

20. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

NoMa, 1.7 km from National Portrait Gallery

Shakilah

฿4,184

฿4,851 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Portrait Gallery

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Morrison Clark Historic Inn	9.6 Exceptional 2,382 reviews	View
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great stay! Great staff and a great experience"

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Great Stay"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent"

Hotel Washington

10/10 Excellent

"Nice rooftop bar. and good location"

The Henley Park Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a great building it’s an older building that more kept lovely and charming. The rims were spacious clean and the amenities were very nice but stay there again."

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A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, large columns, and a reflective water feature.

Smithsonian American Art Museum

9.4/10 (118 reviews)

With one of the world’s largest and most extensive collections of U.S. art, this museum summarizes the American experience from a variety of viewpoints.

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A modern urban street with a large building featuring advertisements for Lexus and Vida.

Capital One Arena

9.0/10 (8,291 reviews)

Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.

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Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Capital Savings Bank Site

Learn about the local history of Washington when you take a trip to Capital Savings Bank Site. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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National Museum of Crime and Punishment

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Crime and Punishment, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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Calvary Baptist Church

8.2/10 (45 reviews)

After visiting Calvary Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art galleries.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library

9.4/10 (11 reviews)

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.

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Regal Gallery Place

You can take time to visit Regal Gallery Place during your travels to Washington. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Portrait Gallery?

National Portrait Gallery 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 508 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near National Portrait Gallery?

Adjacent to National Portrait Gallery, Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Washington Plaza Hotel and Arlo Washington DC.

How many hotels will I find near National Portrait Gallery?

Expedia has 508 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from National Portrait Gallery.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Portrait Gallery, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near National Portrait Gallery.

What can I see and do near National Portrait Gallery?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Smithsonian American Art Museum, National Building Museum or National Museum of Women in the Arts. Explore notable local landmarks like White House, Old Post Office Pavilion and Columbus Circle. You can watch performances at Ford's Theater, Warner Theatre and National Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to National Portrait Gallery?

Nearby metro stations include McPherson Sq. Station, Center Station and Farragut West Station. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for National Portrait Gallery hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

4. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

5. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

6. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

7. Conrad Washington, DC

8. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

9. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

10. Arlo Washington DC

11. HighRoad Washington DC

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

13. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

14. The Poppy Georgetown

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

16. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

17. Eaton DC

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

19. Hotel Lombardy

20. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

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Top National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

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

Hotel Washington

The Henley Park Hotel

Other attractions near National Portrait Gallery

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Capital One Arena

Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture

Capital Savings Bank Site

National Museum of Crime and Punishment

Calvary Baptist Church

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library

Regal Gallery Place

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