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

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
citizenM Washington DC Capitol	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 3,281 reviews	View
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,271 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,008 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,933 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,645 reviews	View

Where to stay in Southwest Federal Center

Find the best Southwest Federal Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Washington D.C.

Art galleries, museums and theaters as well as vibrant entertainment, nightlife and shopping districts await in this city center neighborhood.

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Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

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Georgetown

Discover some of Washington’s oldest buildings, upscale shops and vibrant nightlife in this elegant riverside suburb.

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Old Town Alexandria

This well-preserved historic district a short drive from Washington D.C. has modern art and designer fashions lining 18th-century cobblestone streets.

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Dupont Circle

Funky shops, historic houses and fascinating museums have turned this once-exclusive neighborhood into a fun-loving bohemian district.

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Top Southwest Federal Center Hotel Reviews

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

8/10 Good

"Rooms are micro but provides everything you need. If you plan on not leaving the room this hotel is not for you. Staff intereaction is minimal. Trying to get someone on the phone either before, during, and after we booked proved impossible. Prepare to check yourself in and out via one of several kiosks by the front entrance. Breakfast, lunch and drinks is ok and pretty much the only game in town within reasonable walking distance. The rooftop restaurant, Sushi by Bao is pretty much 100% sushi other than a handheld waygu dish @ $54 for the same amount of ground beef found in a White Castle slider. The waiter talked me out of thier Surf N Turf claiming it has even less meat topped with some sea urchin... not lobster. The hotel is located within walking distance of most attractions. Just make sure you can handle the heat and humidity. Walking in DC is a young person's game... not for old farts like my wife and I. We would not book again only because it wasn't our style, but could very well be yours."

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

8/10 Good

"The rooms are awesome. I had the king corner suite on the 13th floor. Really beautiful views and great sunsets. Very lively which is fun to see! The only downside of my stay was the rat population by the outside seating area. I mentioned to the staff that I was going inside because of the rats and they could turn the fire off. The response was “we’re in a city, we can’t do anything about it.” They could’ve said “we’ll take care of it.” I’m assuming the overfilling garbage cans on the property were causing the abundance of rats."

Frequently asked questions

What is Southwest Federal Center like?

Travellers to the Southwest Federal Center neighbourhood in Washington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Southwest Federal Center? Consider a visit to Smithsonian Institution 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. Other good options for your stay in the area include Salamander Washington DC and 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, Smithsonian Institution and L'Enfant Plaza are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as White House, United States Capitol and Capital One Arena. When you're sightseeing in Washington, Nationals Park and Arlington National Cemetery 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.

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citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

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Where to stay in Southwest Federal Center

Downtown Washington D.C.

Northwest

Georgetown

Old Town Alexandria

Dupont Circle

Top Southwest Federal Center Hotel Reviews

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