The Best Hotels Closest to National Museum of Natural History in Washington for 2026

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

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.

A grand entrance with a glass dome ceiling, ornate metal gates, and a checkered floor.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.9 km from National Museum of Natural History

andrew

￥73,670

￥85,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A luxurious hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a dresser, and a chandelier.

A spacious living room with a large chandelier, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a television.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a minibar, and a glass wall with a view.

A formal dining area with a table set for tea service, surrounded by elegant chairs and a decorative centerpiece.

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.4 km from National Museum of Natural History

William James

￥127,836

￥148,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a large circular bar counter, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window offering a city view.

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, including a sofa and a round table with drinks and a lantern.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a long dining area with tables set for guests, and large windows offering a view of the city.

3. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from National Museum of Natural History

David

￥55,036

￥63,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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.

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

4. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.8 km from National Museum of Natural History

Irina

￥55,092

￥70,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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 building facade with a 'MINT HOUSE' sign, large glass doors, and a fire hydrant.

5. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

Dawn

￥26,913

￥31,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a spacious seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase with a glass railing.

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

6. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

1.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

Erika

￥26,685

￥30,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

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

7. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.2 km from National Museum of Natural History

Kenneth

￥22,443

￥32,446 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

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

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

8. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

deborah

￥23,747

￥33,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

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

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

A modern hotel room with a glass dining table, black upholstered chairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a city view.

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

9. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.6 km from National Museum of Natural History

Thomas Allen

￥22,736

￥31,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern bar area with leather seating, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor display.

A modern, well-lit room with a sofa, chairs, and ottomans arranged for relaxation.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, planters with flowers, and a brick building in the background.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a wine rack.

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

2.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

Christian

￥75,634

￥87,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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 spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

11. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, 1 km from National Museum of Natural History

Daniel

￥53,528

￥68,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

A hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a decorative archway and a sign above it.

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

12. Hotel Hive

Foggy Bottom, 2.2 km from National Museum of Natural History

Benjamin

￥18,013

￥20,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 long dining table set with white plates, silverware, and glassware, flanked by blue upholstered chairs.

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

13. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.7 km from National Museum of Natural History

Chance

￥40,322

￥54,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the outdoors.

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

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

The Wharf, 1.3 km from National Museum of Natural History

Amanda M

￥47,844

￥61,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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 reception area with a wooden reception desk, glass partitions, and a view of the outdoors.

15. ROOST White House

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from National Museum of Natural History

Stephanie

￥39,317

￥45,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from National Museum of Natural History

Sara

￥30,945

￥35,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

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.

17. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

NoMa, 2.4 km from National Museum of Natural History

Ryan

￥19,738

￥22,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern building with a large illuminated sign reading "Calvin" and a neon "ON AIR" sign.

A yoga studio with wooden flooring, black yoga mats, and a wall of green plants.

An outdoor patio with seating, potted plants, and a building with large windows in the background.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

18. Eaton DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.3 km from National Museum of Natural History

Sina

￥20,000

￥29,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the pool area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small pool area.

A spacious lobby with a modern reception desk, seating area, and a unique ceiling light installation.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

19. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Southwest Federal Center, 0.8 km from National Museum of Natural History

Lindsay

￥29,650

￥34,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of the city skyline.

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

20. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

1.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

Darrel

￥23,905

￥27,718 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to National Museum of Natural History

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Conrad Washington, DC	9.6 Exceptional 880 reviews	View
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa	9.6 Exceptional 222 reviews	View

Top National Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Arlo Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"I traveled with my family of four, and Arlo checked off all the boxes for our one-night stay: helpful staff, clean and spacious room, all the amenities, and super easy walking distance to Capital One arena for a concert. My girls thought the hotel looked "fancy" - and for the very reasonable rate we paid, that was a bonus!"

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Really great location. The hotel was quirky which i loved. The room felt very futuristic- you could control the blinds, lights and tv from a small tablet. You could dim the lights, change colours to fit your mood. Enjoyed playing with it. Room was like a university dorm but perfect for a single traveller. I had enough space and for 2 nights it was fine. I might want a bigger space if i was travelling with someone or staying longer but for a quick visit it was absolutely fine. There are no restaurants or bars nearby. It is quiet. But you are 10 min walk from national mall which is what mattered to me the most."

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This stay was wonderful! The staff was incredibly helpful and kind. Our room was just right after a day of exploring DC. We only had breakfast one of our days and it was busy but the variety of food was great and the busyness only speaks to how good the breakfast was. I definitely recommend staying here. It’s a little further out from the DC landmarks so if you have a family plan on seeking transportation options for the sights but the hotel itself is close to great shops and great food options all within walking distance. I felt very safe and well cared for as a mom traveling with children."

Conrad Washington, DC

10/10 Excellent

"I had a great stay here! At first, I was concerned that it was going to be noisy because my room was off of the central atrium, but it was not. My room was a nice size, and having a desk I could work at was great. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!"

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

8/10 Good

"The issues that I encountered have been with Hotels.com aka Expedia. The hotel itself was amazing. Definitely a good experience, now I have to deal with Expedia who sold me a room that the hotel did not have available. The supervisor from hotel.com said she comped me an upgrade and it was a downgrade. Working in this field I know what they did and I will address it over the next few days. Kudos to the Operations/Asst GM who went above and beyond to help with these issues. Thank you, Jerry!!!"

Hotel Washington

8/10 Good

"The location is excellent to proximity to key DC tourist sites. The hotel does charge additional "fees" that I was not aware of when originally booked and prepaid for. The "fees" are not the hotel's fault apparently they are city tourist fees. But unexpected. The hotel staff was excellent and helpful with all the million questions I asked since it was my first time in DC. They accommodated some unique requests by my travel companions at all hours and we were extremely thankful. The hotel restaurants are very pricey, but all the restaurants in that area are because of the location so be aware when budgeting. I would definitely stay there again."

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"No breakfast. Room was extremely small. Tight space. But we rested ok because it was very clean and friendly staff."

The Westin DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Unexpected fees but otherwise nice"

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A calm river reflecting trees and a tall monument.

National Mall

9.4/10 (20,772 reviews)

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

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A modern building with a reflective facade and a sign reading "The Star-Spangled Banner".

National Museum of American History

9.2/10 (1,355 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at National Museum of American History, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Washington. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

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Captain Nathan Hale Sculpture

Explore the great outdoors at Captain Nathan Hale Sculpture, a lovely green space in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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Pollinator Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Pollinator Garden, a lovely green space in Washington. Add the area's notable monuments or shops to your travel plans.

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National Sculpture Garden

Learn about the local history of Washington when you take a trip to National Sculpture Garden. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.

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Discovery Theater

Enjoy a show at Discovery Theater, a storied theater in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Andrew Jackson Downing Urn

Explore the great outdoors at Andrew Jackson Downing Urn, a lovely green space in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.

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S. Dillon Ripley Center

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at S. Dillon Ripley Center during your travels in Washington. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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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.

What's the best place to stay near National Museum of Natural History?

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.

How many hotels will I be able to find near National Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 326 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from National Museum of Natural History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near National Museum of Natural History.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Museum of Natural History?

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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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Our top choices for National Museum of Natural History hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

3. Conrad Washington, DC

4. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

5. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

6. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

7. Arlo Washington DC

8. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

9. Phoenix Park Hotel

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

11. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

12. Hotel Hive

13. Riggs Washington DC

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

15. ROOST White House

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

17. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

18. Eaton DC

19. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

20. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

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Top National Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Arlo Washington DC

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

Conrad Washington, DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hotel Washington

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

The Westin DC Downtown

Other attractions near National Museum of Natural History

National Mall

National Museum of American History

Captain Nathan Hale Sculpture

Pollinator Garden

National Sculpture Garden

Discovery Theater

Andrew Jackson Downing Urn

S. Dillon Ripley Center

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