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Our top choices for National Museum of Natural History hotels

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1. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 0.4 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfectly location and a beautiful hotel."
United States
Michael
The price is ￥99,718
￥115,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.9 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel is a treasure! The rooms, the staff, the beautiful lobby, and the dining experience are all exceptional!"
United States
Bette
The price is ￥73,738
￥85,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Morrison Clark Historic Inn
4.0 star property
Mount Vernon Square, 1.5 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,426 reviews)
"Very nice place friendly helpful staff close to everything downtown. Would stay there again!"
United States
Laurinda
The price is ￥15,105
￥17,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Bar (on property)

4. Conrad Washington, DC

Conrad Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (886 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay for a few days in the Dc area. The staff - especially concierge were kind and welcoming and we enjoyed getting breakfast room service. We also enjoyed the byredo bathroom supplies and the hotel in general as well as proximity to metro DC area."
United States
Rita
The price is ￥52,097
￥60,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Conrad Washington, DC
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

5. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
5.0 star property
2.7 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Alvaro A
The price is ￥53,413
￥67,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
Restaurant

6. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
3.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.8 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Great hotel, awesome location, and excellent gym"
United States
Maria
The price is ￥16,739
￥19,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
A grand lobby with marble columns, ornate chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

7. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 0.8 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"The property and the staff were excellent. We loved the attention to detail of everything from the outside to the lobby, bar and room. It is also a great location"
United States
jonathan
The price is ￥60,188
￥76,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
A large, multi-story hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

8. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Southwest Federal Center, 1 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,071 reviews)
"Kind staff, good location, large bath, and soft beds. A lot of construction at the time of our visit, but not too much trouble."
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥35,309
￥47,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection
An outdoor dining area with a glass ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

9. Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC
4.0 star property
Northwest, 1.2 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,264 reviews)
"Excellent location, lovely hotel in great proximity to the venue."
United States
Adrienne
The price is ￥16,090
￥25,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Arlo Washington DC
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

10. The Dupont Circle Hotel

The Dupont Circle Hotel
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2.6 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,303 reviews)
"Great hotel. Great location Rooms was clean and comfortable . Metro near by and good options for food Would stay here again"
United States
CHANTAL
The price is ￥27,204
￥31,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Dupont Circle Hotel
A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and purple chairs, a curved sofa, and a fireplace with a green rug.

11. Riggs Washington DC

Riggs Washington DC
5.0 star property
Penn Quarter, 0.7 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,379 reviews)
"Love the beautiful rooms and the use of the original architecture to maintain authentic feel of a vintage bank building. Great location too!"
United States
Jeffrey A.
The price is ￥34,033
￥46,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Riggs Washington DC
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a water feature.

12. ROOST White House

ROOST White House
2.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (121 reviews)
"Incredible location, especially for the 4th of July! Clean, safe, modern, and comfortable!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ￥27,372
￥31,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
ROOST White House
A person in a white bathrobe sitting on a bed with a tray of breakfast and a glass of orange juice.

13. The River Inn

The River Inn
4.0 star property
Foggy Bottom, 2.7 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,218 reviews)
"The staff is super friendly and all sites are close to the hotel!"
United States
charles
The price is ￥16,378
￥18,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The River Inn
A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and various bottles and glasses.

14. Phoenix Park Hotel

Phoenix Park Hotel
3.5 star property
Northwest, 1.6 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,171 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
David
The price is ￥19,055
￥27,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Phoenix Park Hotel
A modern bar area with leather seating, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor display.

15. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
5.0 star property
2.5 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (875 reviews)
"Amazing staff made all the difference!"
United States
Christian
The price is ￥75,471
￥87,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the pool area.

16. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
4.0 star property
Southwest Federal Center, 0.8 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,277 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Lindsay
The price is ￥21,835
￥25,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

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

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
5.0 star property
The Wharf, 1.3 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,234 reviews)
"Very clean and modern hotel"
United States
Albert
The price is ￥40,020
￥52,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and indoor plants.

18. Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard

Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard
4.0 star property
2.2 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"Very spacious with a great kitchen area"
United States
Desmond
The price is ￥18,094
￥20,980 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Coda on Half, a Placemakr Experience - Navy Yard
Exterior

19. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
3.5 star property
The Wharf, 1.4 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,256 reviews)
"Beautiful area and views!"
United States
Fabiola
The price is ￥26,470
￥30,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, American flags, and a well-maintained garden.

20. Hotel Lombardy

Hotel Lombardy
4.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.1 km from National Museum of Natural History
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,893 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Giuliana
The price is ￥16,875
￥19,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Hotel Lombardy
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Compare popular hotels close to National Museum of Natural History

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
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.
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
2,426 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Conrad Washington, DC
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
886 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,006 reviews
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Top National Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Maya, Rachel and Lashey were amazing! Always ready to help at any moment, they are the real highlight of my stay! thank you girls!! hotel was clean, room was clean and whenever I needed something it was done quickly! I didn't try the breakfast but it was very popular every mornings. It's close to everything, easily walkable, restaurants, bus, metro station."
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Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

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Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Museum of Natural History?
National Museum of Natural History 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 326 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
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CitizenM Washington DC Capitol is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from National Museum of Natural History. Other good choices within a short distance include Moxy Washington DC Downtown and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC.
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What can I see and do near National Museum of Natural History?
Study the collections at Smithsonian National Postal Museum, National Museum of American History, or National Museum of African Art. Sights like White House, Old Post Office Pavilion, and National Building Museum are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Ford's Theater, National Theatre, and Warner Theatre.
How can I get to National Museum of Natural History?
You can walk to nearby metro stations including Cleveland Park Station, Van Ness-UDC Station, and Woodley Park-Zoo Station. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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