Upper Northwest Travel Guide

Washington

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Stay near popular Upper Northwest attractions

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American University

8.2/10 (570 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
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Things to do

Washington by Day: Small Group Sightseeing Tour via Electric Vehicle

Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour

฿1,417
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.

฿918
per adult
LEGO Discovery Center Washington, D.C.
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

฿1,148
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission

฿984
per adult
George Washington's Mount Vernon Gardens & Grounds Admission
The Hard Rock Cafe entrance in Washington DC

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC

฿1,312
per traveller
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC
Tour group poses in front of White House

Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York

฿4,398
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York
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Top hotels in Upper Northwest

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw Washington DC
The price is ฿5,553 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,553
฿7,594 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,449 reviews)
"Clean room, excellent service and great atmosphere."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

3.5 out of 5
4300 Military Rd Nw Washington DC
The price is ฿5,443 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿5,443
฿6,311 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

4 out of 5
Washington DC
The price is ฿5,327 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿5,327
฿6,177 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,235 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay. Excellent staff: courteous, friendly, and helpful. They are dedicated to customer service. Loved the smell of the hotel; everywhere smells like a spa:) I will always stay here on all of my future trips to DC."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is ฿4,263 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,263
฿4,943 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,403 reviews)
"Love the location and staff extremely nice and helpful. My only issue was that the queen beds was more like a full size"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Moxy Washington DC Downtown

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

3 out of 5
1011 K Street NW Washington DC
The price is ฿4,729 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,729
฿5,484 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,406 reviews)
"Overall, the place is clean and very comfortable. However, I was very disappointed to find that although we booked a reservation including breakfast, it turned out to just be a snack area with coffee/drinks, a bagel, or fruit. That's not what I'd expect when a reservation includes breakfast. Very ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Moxy Washington DC Downtown
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
The price is ฿5,486 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
฿5,486
฿7,383 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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Where to stay in Upper Northwest

Find the best Upper Northwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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 Capital One Arena, 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

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.

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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.

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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.

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