Upper Northwest Travel Guide

Washington

A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, and rows of pews.
A room with a glass floor reflecting multiple national flags.
A Gothic-style cathedral with a large rose window and pointed arches.
A large cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings and arched windows.
A stone pagoda surrounded by lush greenery and a pond with lily pads and water lilies.

Stay near popular Upper Northwest attractions

A sign for The American University with blooming trees in the background.
Photo by Brian V. Rowe
Open Photo by Brian V. Rowe

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

฿1,593
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Observation Deck Tickets

Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook

฿607
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket

฿1,181
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill

Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill

฿844
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill
The Hard Rock Cafe entrance in Washington DC

Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC

฿1,350
per traveller
Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Washington DC
Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking

Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking

฿1,653
per adult
Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking
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Top hotels in Upper Northwest

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

4 out of 5
Washington DC
The price is ฿4,005 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
฿4,005
฿4,644 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
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! (3,380 reviews)
"Clean room. Friendly staff. Convenient for our purpose. Lots of cafes and restaurant choices. Overall safe neighborhood on main street."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,224 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,224
฿6,058 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,042 reviews)
"They let us check in early that’s a plus room was clean but the biggest problem out of the 2 nights I stayed there was the air conditioner called front to get maintenance to look at it guy came supposedly fixed the problem but I still woke up drenched in sweat that’s enough to ruin a 2 night ..."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

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

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw Washington DC
The price is ฿4,792 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
฿4,792
฿6,721 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
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 ...
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is ฿2,978 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿2,978
฿3,453 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,487 reviews)
"Perfect location"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
The price is ฿3,074 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿3,074
฿4,574 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,641 reviews)
"Great location, decent value. A bit tired…."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

3 out of 5
1225 First St NE Washington DC
The price is ฿3,101 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿3,101
฿3,595 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
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Where to stay in Upper Northwest

Find the best Upper Northwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The United States Capitol building with classical architecture, including columns and detailed sculptures.
Photo by The Graham County Chamber of Commerce
Open Photo by The Graham County Chamber of Commerce

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 National Museum of Women in the Arts, 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.

A stone bridge with multiple arches spanning a river, with bare trees in the foreground and a sunset sky.

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 Dumbarton Oaks.

A historic building with American flags, a church spire, and a brick courtyard.

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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