The Best Hotels Closest to Potomac River Waterfront Park in Washington for 2026

A waterfront cityscape with a prominent Ferris wheel, a large American flag, and a mix of modern and historic buildings.

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An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and umbrellas.

A gym with exercise equipment and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern living room with a large window, a round glass coffee table, and contemporary furniture.

1. The Satire, Autograph Collection

3 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Ashley

￥33,348

￥43,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, string lights, and a seating area.

A waterfront scene with a large illuminated Ferris wheel reflecting on the water at sunset.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a body of water with a bridge.

2. Hyatt Place National Harbor

1.1 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

DARLENE

￥24,857

￥29,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

A white van parked in front of a building with a sign reading "Marriott Residence Inn 1456."

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a television screen.

A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

3. Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott

3.1 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Shaun

￥25,911

￥30,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

A brick building with a clock, outdoor seating, and a sign that reads 'ARCHER HOTEL.'

A brick building with a sign reading 'ARCHER HOTEL' and a covered outdoor seating area.

4. Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

3.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Maurice

￥28,439

￥33,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by brick buildings, offering a view of a body of water.

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a round table, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a brick wall, large windows, a brown leather sofa, a blue armchair, a round wooden coffee table, and a dining area in the background.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, blue upholstered seating, and decorative wall art.

5. Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

1.7 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Michael

￥35,724

￥45,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a waterfront view.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows offering views of a Ferris wheel and waterfront.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a lamp, and a view of a Ferris wheel and water.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a large Ferris wheel in the background, and a bridge across the water.

6. The Westin Washington National Harbor

1.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Marc

￥25,783

￥34,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, umbrellas, and a fire feature.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, situated near a body of water with a dock and an American flag.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a curved ceiling design.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned rug.

7. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

1.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Edwin

￥30,724

￥36,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a central fountain, and a landscaped garden.

A modern bedroom with a large window overlooking a marina and water.

A waterfront outdoor seating area with fire pits, wicker furniture, and a view of a lit Ferris wheel.

Two individuals performing a yoga pose in front of a large window with a view of a bridge and city skyline at sunset.

8. Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

1.5 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Racquel

￥34,804

￥45,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a large TV, a wooden entertainment unit, and a seating area with a view of a Ferris wheel and water.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, wooden reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering city views.

A modern hotel room with large windows offering a view of the city skyline and a body of water. There are three black tables with wine glasses on them.

9. AC Hotel by Marriott National Harbor Washington, D.C. Area

1.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Tiffany

￥29,180

￥34,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bakery counter with a sign that reads "BAKERY" and a sign that says "CAUTION SURFACES."

A store with a 'SWEET SHOP' sign, shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and a refrigerated display.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small table.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a large window with a view of a park, and a framed picture of a lake.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

2.9 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Lukasz

￥18,360

￥21,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

A large hotel building with a sign reading "Harborside" and "axon hill".

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a wardrobe, and a view of the city through the window.

11. Harborside Hotel, BW Premier Collection

2.7 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Astrid

￥24,631

￥27,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, a spacious lobby, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern reception area with a large abstract wall art, a reception desk, and a view of the interior space.

A modern lobby with a glass staircase, a reception desk, and a large white seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and potted plants.

12. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino

1.4 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Marissa

￥37,378

￥48,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

A brick building with a covered outdoor seating area, wooden tables, and chairs.

A luxurious living room with a green sofa, a round armchair, and a fireplace.

13. The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

2.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Angela Funderburk

￥32,268

￥41,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A courtyard with a fire pit, seating, and brick walls.

A spacious lobby with a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A Sheraton Suites building with a brick facade, multiple floors, and a sign indicating its location in Old Town Alexandria.

A modern office space with a round table, two armchairs, and a sofa.

14. Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

2.8 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Aaron

￥21,955

￥29,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A patio with two white cushioned chairs, a small table, and a statue. There are three windows with white frames.

A white building with a brick wall, a door labeled "100", and two planters with flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, a built-in oven, and a coffee maker.

A bedroom with a large bed, two windows, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted shelf.

15. The King Street House by Kasa

2.5 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Megan

￥19,932

￥23,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel lobby with green and blue seating, a reception desk, and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a stationary bike.

16. Comfort Inn Oxon Hill - National Harbor

3 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

jay

￥17,230

￥19,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a mix of red and beige exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a flag.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a lamp.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and framed pictures on the wall.

A modern breakfast buffet with a sign reading 'HAPPY BREAKFAST' and 'THE HAMPTON WAFFLE'.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor - Alexandria Area

1.4 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Nyasha

￥25,019

￥29,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

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

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a building with striped awnings.

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

18. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

11.5 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Gary

￥55,908

￥71,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large potted plants.

A modern building with a glass entrance and the name "The Westin" displayed above.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor display.

A modern bar area with round tables and bar stools, a bar counter with a variety of bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

19. The Westin Alexandria Old Town

3.7 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

JOHN

￥19,829

￥23,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A modern bar area with round tables, cushioned seating, and a wooden counter.

A modern restaurant interior with round tables, white chairs, and a central decorative column.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a seating area, and large windows with curtains.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a landscaped courtyard with trees and shrubs.

20. Residence Inn Arlington Capital View

6.4 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

JOHN

￥23,467

￥26,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Potomac River Waterfront Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Satire, Autograph Collection	9.6 Exceptional 906 reviews	View
Hyatt Place National Harbor	9.4 Exceptional 2,427 reviews	View
Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria	9.4 Exceptional 1,363 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Potomac River Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

8/10 Good

"Great location. There was trash left out in hallway on the floor where I stayed which made it look untidy. Hot water was not available in the sink and very slow coming in shower."

Harborside Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a nice hotel. Clean, and the staff was good to us!!! I was impressed by this hotel! Definitely will be going back when I come again!"

The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"walking distance to the waterfront. onsite parking. staff was very helful when the elevator was down. didn't use the restaurant. there was a nice open market across the street that had great food."

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent place to stay to enjoy the beautiful waterfront area."

The King Street House by Kasa

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect spot in the heart of Old Town! Very detailed instructions and the location was perfect. The only warning for future guests is plan your parking accordingly... unfortunately the parking garages in the area were closed for Labor day, so it made overnight parking a little difficult (just as it would be in any city, but I hadn't really considered it)."

Discover the Perfect Family Getaway at Wyndham National Harbor – 2 Bedroom Dlx

10/10 Excellent

"Q"

AC Hotel by Marriott National Harbor Washington, D.C. Area

10/10 Excellent

"The entire hotel was very nice! The room I was in was beautiful and had a great view of the water. The staff were nice and accommodating. I will be returning on a regular basis!"

Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

8/10 Good

"Wish there was a pool. And more entertainment at the hotel. But there were things to do in the area… Wish And better breakfast options that At least included bacon. The pancakes seemed to be undercooked and they unplugged the waffle machines. There were loud guests with motorcycles right outside my window during quiet hours on the property and no one made them leave. But Other than that the staff was friendly, and rooms were clean."

Club Wyndham National Harbor

8/10 Good

"This is a very nice property to stay at in the national harbour area. Everything you need is close."

Other attractions near Potomac River Waterfront Park

A large Ferris wheel reflecting on calm water at dusk with a bridge and boats in the background.

The Capital Wheel

9.2/10 (671 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to The Capital Wheel during your stay in Washington. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the notable monuments in the area.

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A sculpture of a hand reaching upwards, a Ferris wheel, and a yacht named "National Elite" on a beach.

National Harbor Marina

Explore the waterfront in Washington with a trip to National Harbor Marina.

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A beach with a large Ferris wheel, a yacht, and a sculpture of a hand.

The Awakening Sculpture

9.0/10 (394 reviews)

You can find out about the history of National Harbor with a stop at The Awakening Sculpture. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.

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A nighttime view of a bridge over a body of water with illuminated buildings and a tall structure on the left.

MGM National Harbor Casino

9.0/10 (1,154 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM National Harbor Casino during your visit to National Harbor? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

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American Market at National Harbor

9.0/10 (171 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at American Market at National Harbor during your stay in National Harbor. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and notable monuments.

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Art Whino

7.6/10 (62 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Art Whino, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to National Harbor. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the notable monuments in the area.

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Relache Spa

8.0/10 (21 reviews)

You can take time to visit Relache Spa during your travels to National Harbor. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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Oxon Cove and Oxon Hill Farm National Park

8.2/10 (136 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Oxon Cove and Oxon Hill Farm National Park, a lovely green space in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Potomac River Waterfront Park?

Potomac River Waterfront Park is located in National Harbor. This family-friendly area is known for its bar scene and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 169 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Potomac River Waterfront Park?

Hyatt Place National Harbor is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Potomac River Waterfront Park. Other good options close by include Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center and The Westin Washington National Harbor.

How many hotels will I find close to Potomac River Waterfront Park?

Expedia has 169 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Potomac River Waterfront Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Potomac River Waterfront Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Potomac River Waterfront Park.

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What can I see and do near Potomac River Waterfront Park?

Gadsby's Tavern Museum, United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum, and Athenaeum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like John Carlyle House, George Washington Masonic National Memorial, and Oxon Cove and Oxon Hill Farm National Park are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at The Theater at MGM National Harbor, Birchmere, and Signature Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Potomac River Waterfront Park hotels

1. The Satire, Autograph Collection

2. Hyatt Place National Harbor

3. Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott

4. Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

5. Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

6. The Westin Washington National Harbor

7. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

8. Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

9. AC Hotel by Marriott National Harbor Washington, D.C. Area

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

11. Harborside Hotel, BW Premier Collection

12. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino

13. The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

14. Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

15. The King Street House by Kasa

16. Comfort Inn Oxon Hill - National Harbor

17. Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor - Alexandria Area

18. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

19. The Westin Alexandria Old Town

20. Residence Inn Arlington Capital View

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Top Potomac River Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Harborside Hotel

The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

The King Street House by Kasa

Discover the Perfect Family Getaway at Wyndham National Harbor – 2 Bedroom Dlx

AC Hotel by Marriott National Harbor Washington, D.C. Area

Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

Club Wyndham National Harbor

Other attractions near Potomac River Waterfront Park

The Capital Wheel

National Harbor Marina

The Awakening Sculpture

MGM National Harbor Casino

American Market at National Harbor

Art Whino

Relache Spa

Oxon Cove and Oxon Hill Farm National Park

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