What is Southwest Federal Center like?

Travellers to the Southwest Federal Center neighbourhood in Washington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Southwest Federal Center travel tips? Make sure that you visit L'Enfant Plaza and Museum of the Bible while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Southwest Federal Center?

Based on our traveller data, citizenM Washington DC Capitol is one of the top choices for your stay in Southwest Federal Center. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Museum of the Bible, and it offers 2 restaurants and a fitness centre. Another good option for your stay in the area is Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Southwest Federal Center area?

Expedia has 6 Southwest Federal Center hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Washington area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Southwest Federal Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Southwest Federal Center.

What is there to do around this Washington neighbourhood?

National Air and Space Museum, Enid A. Haupt Garden and United States Botanic Garden are family favourites to check out in Southwest Federal Center. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, L'Enfant Plaza and Museum of the Bible are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as White House, Capital One Arena and Union Station Shopping Center. When you're sightseeing in Washington, Benjamin Banneker Park and Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Southwest Federal Center and the greater Washington area?

If you want to see more of the city, L'Enfant Plaza Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Federal Center Station and Smithsonian Station.

The Best Hotels in Southwest Federal Center, Washington - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Southwest Federal Center hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the pool area.

1. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Southwest Federal Center

Lindsay

฿7,301 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall.

2. Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Southwest Federal Center

Kyle

฿7,581 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern conference room with a long table, several chairs, and a fruit bowl.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall

Southwest Federal Center

ruchele

฿8,864 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop pool area with multiple seating arrangements, a swimming pool, and a view of surrounding buildings.

4. Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Southwest Federal Center

darren

฿6,415 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

5. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center

Daniel

฿14,487 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern bar with vibrant green and red chairs, a long counter, and a view of the Capitol building.

6. citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Southwest Federal Center

Jeff

฿5,560 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, a small water feature, and a view of a body of water and greenery in the background.

7. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

The Wharf, 0.7 km from Southwest Federal Center

RATNESH

฿5,326 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, elegant seating, and classical architecture.

8. Hotel Washington

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.7 km from Southwest Federal Center

Amy

฿10,530 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel with a modern facade, a flag, and signage for 'Embassy Suites by Hilton'.

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

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.9 km from Southwest Federal Center

Sara

฿7,619 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a staircase.

10. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

1.7 km from Southwest Federal Center

Brian

฿4,530 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

The exterior of the State Plaza Hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a landscaped entrance area with potted plants and a metal railing.

11. State Plaza Hotel

Foggy Bottom, 2.6 km from Southwest Federal Center

Evan

฿4,238 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

12. Hampton Inn Washington-Downtown-Convention Center

1.9 km from Southwest Federal Center

Shiera

฿5,585 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and various bottles and glasses.

13. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.7 km from Southwest Federal Center

Thomas Allen

฿7,023 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

14. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.6 km from Southwest Federal Center

Kenneth

฿6,856 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and large windows with a city view.

15. Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

2 km from Southwest Federal Center

Jonathan

฿5,493 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and hanging floral decorations.

16. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1.7 km from Southwest Federal Center

deborah

฿7,192 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A modern bar area with a marble column, wooden bar stools, and a long counter.

17. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.2 km from Southwest Federal Center

Jason

฿7,176 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

18. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

2.2 km from Southwest Federal Center

Erika

฿6,570 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and modern lighting.

19. AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing

4.1 km from Southwest Federal Center

Landon

฿5,829 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

The exterior of Capitol Hill Hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance and a red bicycle parked outside.

20. Capitol Hill Hotel

Capitol Hill, 1.5 km from Southwest Federal Center

John

฿6,956 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Southwest Federal Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,086 reviews	View
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,273 reviews	View
citizenM Washington DC Capitol	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 3,396 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,620 reviews	View

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