Bethesda Downtown Travel Guide
Washington
Visit Bethesda Downtown
Stay near popular Bethesda Downtown attractions
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
DC's Lincoln Memorial Undercroft Museum Direct Entry & Guidebook
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Bubble Planet Immersive Interactive Experience in Washington DC
Top hotels in Bethesda Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown
The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The terrible lighting in the bathrooms to do your make up and the positioning of the mirrors another point of terrible lighting just not enough good lighting to do your make up, but everything else is cute"
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
State Plaza Hotel
Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"Great for a quick solo stay in a fantastic location! Staff were super friendly and attentive, even when busy. Rooms were clean and tidy. The room was small, would have been a tight fit if I weren’t alone. But I would absolutely go back and recommend it for the right situations!"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Great hotel in a really good location. Staff were lovely and really helpful. Would definitely stay again if we ever came back to Washington"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Bethesda Downtown
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Washington Harbour or Embassy Row.
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.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
