The Best Hotels Closest to National Portrait Gallery in Washington for 2026

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A spacious living room with a chandelier, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace. There are two sofas, a coffee table, and decorative lamps.

A room with a view of a bridge, a table with folded clothes, a candle, and a rack of suits.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a rack of dumbbells.

A round table set with fine china and teapots, surrounded by plush chairs, in an outdoor setting with cherry blossoms and a classical building in the background.

1. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from National Portrait Gallery

Michael

￥100,432

￥116,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.

A dining table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a gift box, viewed through a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tall monument.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative archway.

A woman sitting on a chair in a lobby with a checkered floor, reading a newspaper.

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.5 km from National Portrait Gallery

andrew

￥71,215

￥82,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books and a vase.

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

0.8 km from National Portrait Gallery

Erika

￥17,975

￥20,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A neatly made bed with white linens in a modern room with a wooden headboard, a large abstract painting above the bed, and a window with blinds.

A modern lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.

4. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Kristian

￥21,708

￥25,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A grand hallway with a patterned floor, ornate ceiling, and classical architecture.

A grand hall with ornate chandeliers, marble columns, and a patterned floor.

A luxurious lobby with ornate ceiling designs, a patterned carpet, and classic furniture.

A grand hotel entrance with a marquee sign, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

5. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.9 km from National Portrait Gallery

Irina

￥53,735

￥68,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A conference room with long tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

A hotel lobby with a marble wall, a wooden reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a dark wooden door.

A modern lounge area with seating, a glass railing, and artwork on the wall.

6. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.7 km from National Portrait Gallery

Maria

￥23,891

￥27,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a table with drinks, and a lamp.

A rooftop bar with a panoramic city view, featuring a bar counter, seating area, and umbrellas.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and modern buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a polished wooden floor.

7. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.5 km from National Portrait Gallery

David

￥53,759

￥62,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern interior with exposed brick walls, a black reception desk, and directional signage for amenities like food, restrooms, and a hive bar.

A cozy lounge area with a brick wall, a fireplace, and seating arrangements.

A modern bar area with stools, tables, and a counter.

A staircase with a brick wall, metal railing, and potted plants.

8. Hotel Hive

Foggy Bottom, 2.4 km from National Portrait Gallery

Alison

￥17,606

￥20,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

A lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, framed artwork, and a door labeled "The O'Blinor."

A spacious lobby with a piano, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

A bar with multiple beer taps and a variety of liquor bottles.

9. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Maura

￥21,238

￥29,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a brick wall, and a large window.

A modern living room with a large sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, large windows with a view of the cityscape, and a balcony with a view of the Capitol building.

The exterior of Arlo hotel in Washington DC with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

10. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 0.6 km from National Portrait Gallery

Terry

￥14,642

￥23,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window with a city view.

A modern lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a staircase.

A table set for dining with chairs, a view of a cityscape, and a flag.

11. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1 km from National Portrait Gallery

deborah

￥21,716

￥31,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a potted plant.

A tray with a teapot, glasses, and macarons on a table with a view of cherry blossoms.

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, 1.8 km from National Portrait Gallery

Daniel

￥36,236

￥48,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, greenery, and a person walking.

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a cushioned bench and ottoman.

A restaurant with round tables, white cushioned seating, and hanging paper lanterns.

A person standing by a window with a view of buildings and a cityscape.

13. Lyle Washington D.C.

Dupont Circle, 2.3 km from National Portrait Gallery

Maria

￥24,538

￥33,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and purple chairs, a curved sofa, and a fireplace with a green rug.

A spacious lobby with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, and a glass display case with flowers.

A room with a red sofa, two round tables, and a red lamp.

A bar area with marble columns, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

14. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.2 km from National Portrait Gallery

Chance

￥36,806

￥50,028 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and cushioned chairs.

A modern office space with a large window overlooking a river and cityscape, a desk with a lamp, and a view of adjacent buildings.

An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lamps.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lounge area.

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

The Wharf, 2.1 km from National Portrait Gallery

Albert

￥43,511

￥56,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a water feature.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a green upholstered headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair by the window.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, and a coffee table. There are shelves with decorative items and a plant.

A modern room with two grey sofas, a round coffee table, and a wooden floor.

16. ROOST White House

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.9 km from National Portrait Gallery

Stephanie

￥26,686

￥30,942 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, recessed lighting, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A modern restaurant with leather seating, dining tables set with white tableware, and hanging spherical chandeliers.

An outdoor cafe with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and a covered area with a metal frame and hanging lights.

17. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.3 km from National Portrait Gallery

Beth

￥35,817

￥41,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern breakfast bar with a checkered floor, glass display cases, and a variety of food items.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful cushions, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and shelves with various items.

A pink building with a teal door, floral decorations, and a 'Sorry we're closed' sign.

18. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

NoMa, 1.7 km from National Portrait Gallery

Nanjibah

￥18,387

￥21,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Victorian-style building with a prominent turret, arched windows, and a brick facade.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a round dining table, and wicker chairs. There are large windows with a view of greenery outside.

A red building with a black and white checkered floor, a white door with the number 1808, and outdoor seating with wicker chairs and potted plants.

A wooden staircase with white railings leading to a door marked "8081".

19. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

Dupont Circle, 2.3 km from National Portrait Gallery

Scott

￥54,055

￥62,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern lobby with a reception desk, large spiral wall art, and a spacious marble floor.

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table and multiple seating areas, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A modern reception area with a digital display showcasing a building's interior and exterior.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

0.7 km from National Portrait Gallery

Darrel

￥16,327

￥18,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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Compare popular hotels close to National Portrait Gallery

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Morrison Clark Historic Inn	9.6 Exceptional 2,417 reviews	View
Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa	9.6 Exceptional 229 reviews	View
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I loved staying here. It was well worth the price for the cost! We got a free room upgrade upon first meeting them. The room was very nice and roomy. The food and service was great. The front desk helped with all my questions about how to get around, how to use the Metro, and restaurants to eat at. We were greeted everytime we went by the desk. I felt bad for how many times the door man opened the door for me. They were so nice! The housekeeper help with directions. I would highly recommend staying here."

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"It wa"

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot for any event at Capital One Arena. Rooms are small, but that is what makes it affordable. Amenities are the basics, but served its purpose for a one night stay to see a concert in DC. Very helpful staff as well."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown

8/10 Good

"The room was clean. Breakfast was delicious with a lot of choices. The beds were very comfortable. The only things were not so good were the bathroom door and the closet door which needed certain angles to close them. Also the sink faucet was very tight and needed extra effort to turn it on and off. Otherwise, everything was great."

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

10/10 Excellent

"When I arrived, I was told that the room that I booked was overbooked and was offered a different room."

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Property very nice!!"

Conrad Washington, DC

10/10 Excellent

"At arrival it was confusing because we had reserved a specific room and we were given a different room. We try making the arrangements to get what we paid for and we were stuck to that room until the next day at 8:00pm when finally the assistant director Aillen finally was able to accommodate us in the right room. It was really upsetting to have to wait to the next day to be able to get what we paid for. But Aileen made sure that we were all set and also treated us with in room dinner . The staff at the Sakura Club is excellent, amazing and exceptional. Starting with the chefs and rest of the staff, but a special shoutout to Amitri and Mimi that everyday when the xtra mile with there attention. The food is great, the staff and the cleanliness was great. Breakfast , dinner and drinks on point all the time."

The Westin DC Downtown

8/10 Good

"The staff is very attentive to parties and loud activity in the guest rooms. We were there on the night of a big concert at the arena and guests were really misbehaving. Security was responsive but it was not a restful Night of sleep"

Other attractions near National Portrait Gallery

A spacious atrium with a glass ceiling, large columns, and a reflective water feature.

Smithsonian American Art Museum

9.4/10 (118 reviews)

With one of the world’s largest and most extensive collections of U.S. art, this museum summarizes the American experience from a variety of viewpoints.

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A modern urban street with a large building featuring advertisements for Lexus and Vida.

Capital One Arena

9.0/10 (8,291 reviews)

Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.

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Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Capital Savings Bank Site

Learn about the local history of Washington when you spend time at Capital Savings Bank Site. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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National Museum of Crime and Punishment

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of Crime and Punishment, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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Calvary Baptist Church

8.2/10 (45 reviews)

After visiting Calvary Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art scene.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library

9.4/10 (11 reviews)

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.

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Regal Gallery Place

You can take time to visit Regal Gallery Place during your travels to Washington. Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Portrait Gallery?

National Portrait Gallery is located in a historic area of Washington known for its notable monuments and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 506 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near National Portrait Gallery?

Adjacent to National Portrait Gallery, Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 3 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Washington Plaza Hotel and Moxy Washington DC Downtown.

How many hotels are there near National Portrait Gallery?

Expedia has 506 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from National Portrait Gallery.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Portrait Gallery, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near National Portrait Gallery.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Portrait Gallery?

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What can I see and do near National Portrait Gallery?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Smithsonian American Art Museum, National Building Museum, or National Law Enforcement Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like White House, Old Post Office Pavilion, and St. John's Church. You can watch performances at Ford's Theater, Warner Theatre, and National Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to National Portrait Gallery?

You can walk to nearby metro stations including McPherson Sq. Station, Center Station, and Farragut West Station. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for National Portrait Gallery hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

4. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

5. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

6. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

7. Conrad Washington, DC

8. Hotel Hive

9. Phoenix Park Hotel

10. Arlo Washington DC

11. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

13. Lyle Washington D.C.

14. Riggs Washington DC

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

16. ROOST White House

17. The Dupont Circle Hotel

18. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

19. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

20. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

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Top National Portrait Gallery Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown

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

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Conrad Washington, DC

The Westin DC Downtown

Other attractions near National Portrait Gallery

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Capital One Arena

Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture

Capital Savings Bank Site

National Museum of Crime and Punishment

Calvary Baptist Church

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library

Regal Gallery Place

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