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

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

A modern bar area with a unique cloud-shaped light fixture, a bar counter, and multiple stools.

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

A gym with exercise equipment and potted plants.

1. The Satire, Autograph Collection

3 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Ashley

￥30,568

￥39,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

A modern lobby with a curved sofa, wooden coffee tables, and a patterned rug. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

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

￥24,731

￥29,183 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 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.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two seating areas with chairs and ottomans, and large windows providing natural light.

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

3.1 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Shaun

￥25,960

￥30,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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

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

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

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

4. Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

3.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Steven

￥27,952

￥32,478 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a seating area, and a large potted plant.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a unique chandelier.

A brick building with a sign reading "HERON" above the entrance. There are potted plants in front of the entrance.

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.

5. Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton

2.3 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Sharmaine

￥30,104

￥41,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

A hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

6. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

1.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Edwin

￥32,104

￥37,883 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 swimming pool adjacent to a hotel with a modern design, a covered area with seating, and a clear sky.

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.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

2.9 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Lukasz

￥17,300

￥19,896 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.

8. The Westin Washington National Harbor

1.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Marc

￥25,653

￥34,801 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.

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

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

9. Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

1.5 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Racquel

￥34,869

￥45,541 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 lounge area with a bar, seating, and large windows offering a city view.

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.

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

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

1.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Tiffany

￥29,032

￥34,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a picture on the wall, and a lamp on the nightstand.

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

11. Harborside Hotel, BW Premier Collection

2.7 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Astrid

￥26,131

￥29,527 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

￥37,189

￥48,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a television, and a variety of bottles on the counter.

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

13. Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

2.8 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Aaron

￥21,997

￥30,033 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 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.

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

14. The King Street House by Kasa

2.5 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Megan

￥19,969

￥23,257 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 gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a stationary bike.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, wooden paneling on the walls, and a trash can.

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

15. Comfort Inn Oxon Hill - National Harbor

3 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

jay

￥17,696

￥19,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

A spacious lobby with large windows, a blue sofa, patterned carpet, and modern lighting fixtures.

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor - Alexandria Area

1.4 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Nyasha

￥25,066

￥29,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A round table set with white teacups and saucers, a teapot, and a tray, surrounded by pink upholstered chairs.

A luxurious living room with a white sofa, blue and gold accents, a glass coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, ornate black iron railings, a large patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

17. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

11.2 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

William James

￥124,362

￥144,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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.

18. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

11.5 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

Gary

￥71,736

￥89,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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

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

A spacious living area with large windows, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a red armchair.

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

￥19,866

￥23,139 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 modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a landscaped courtyard with trees and shrubs.

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

20. Residence Inn Arlington Capital View

6.4 km from Potomac River Waterfront Park

JOHN

￥23,349

￥26,676 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 2,435 reviews	View
Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria	9.4 Exceptional 1,366 reviews	View
Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.4 Exceptional 679 reviews	View

Top Potomac River Waterfront Park Hotel Reviews

Harborside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Traveling from out of state, this is our go to play to stay. It's close to everything and topgolf is right next door!"

Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor - Alexandria Area

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious and clean. Close to dining and entertainment. Will stay there again."

Hyatt Place National Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Great place."

MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful"

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

10/10 Excellent

"We can't say enough about how wonderful the Archer stay was for us. We were there for 5 days and can't wait to be there again soon"

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful! My room was spacious and very clean. The bed was so comfortable! I stayed for one night but will definitely stay longer next time. The neighborhood is great too!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"i stayed here for 2 nights during a busy holiday weekend . the hotel was really nice & clean . the staff , especially housekeeping were extremely sweet & kind. my entire stay went smoothly, i had no issues at all ."

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."

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)."

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 Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton

6. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

8. The Westin Washington National Harbor

9. Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

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

11. Harborside Hotel, BW Premier Collection

12. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino

13. Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

14. The King Street House by Kasa

15. Comfort Inn Oxon Hill - National Harbor

16. Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor - Alexandria Area

17. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

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

Harborside Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor - Alexandria Area

Hyatt Place National Harbor

MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

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

The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

The King Street House by Kasa

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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