The Best Hotels Closest to Howard University in Washington - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.3 mi from Howard University

andrew

£453

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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.

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.8 mi from Howard University

William James

£709

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

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

3. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.3 mi from Howard University

David

£349

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.8 mi from Howard University

Gary

£402

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass-top reception desk, marble flooring, and large windows offering city views.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

5. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

1.9 mi from Howard University

Yonatan

£374

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern bar area with round tables and chairs, a central bar counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A modern lobby with seating, a large abstract painting, and a view into the dining area.

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a service cart, and a view of the cityscape.

6. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.7 mi from Howard University

Drew

£164

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

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

7. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.4 mi from Howard University

Dawn

£174

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Victorian-style building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with steps.

A kitchen with a modern induction cooktop, a kettle, and a fire extinguisher. There are two windows with views of a balcony and buildings.

A building with brick walls, large windows, and outdoor seating.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a TV, a kettle, and a chandelier.

8. HighRoad Washington DC

1.2 mi from Howard University

David Michael

£87

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Mount Vernon Square, 1.1 mi from Howard University

Bhim

£139

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

10. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.7 mi from Howard University

Mary

£176

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a round ottoman, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a chandelier above and a large mirror on the wall.

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

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.

11. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

Dupont Circle, 1 mi from Howard University

Scott

£254

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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.

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

12. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.5 mi from Howard University

Deondra

£182

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a fireplace and a kitchen area in the background.

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

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

13. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 1.4 mi from Howard University

Tracy

£178

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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, 1.6 mi from Howard University

Chance

£292

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

1.9 mi from Howard University

Christian

£524

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a vase, and artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in oven.

A modern dining area with a round table, two grey upholstered chairs, a round mirror, and a vase with green plants.

16. One Washington Circle DC, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

1.9 mi from Howard University

John

£208

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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.

17. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

NoMa, 1.2 mi from Howard University

Shakilah

£109

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A modern interior with tiered hanging lamps, seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

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

18. Eaton DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.3 mi from Howard University

Aziza

£148

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wine cellar with glass walls, a wooden table, and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a well-lit entrance and a covered area.

A long wooden dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.

A modern lobby with a large abstract art installation, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a glass partition.

19. Park Hyatt Washington

1.9 mi from Howard University

Alexandra

£331

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a bar, and a fire pit.

A modern lobby with a central grey sofa, two blue armchairs, a marble coffee table with a moss plant, and a series of white vases on shelves.

A buffet with various food items and a person serving themselves.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, black shelving units, and a large abstract wall art piece.

20. AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.7 mi from Howard University

Alexis Nicole

£156

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Howard University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Conrad Washington, DC	9.6 Exceptional 876 reviews	View
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

Top Howard University Hotel Reviews

Arlo Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Room was fantastic, we upgraded to a balcony and it was the perfect size for the two of us. Lighting was excellent in the room and the furnishings were modern and luxurious while still being utilitarian."

The Darcy Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"hotel location was convenient and the space was clean. Will visit again in the future"

District Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"All good, is not a big hotel but if you will spend the time more out than the hotel is a decent place to spend the night. The associates on this place are friendly"

Lyle Washington D.C.

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was fantastic! The staff was friendly and the location is awesome!"

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

10/10 Excellent

"Very unique place"

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and nice"

The Beacon at Embassy Row, WorldHotels Distinctive

10/10 Excellent

"Excelent, clean and cozy room."

Charming & Spacious Apt in Historic Rowhouse

10/10 Excellent

"Location, location, location! The best thing about this property is the neighborhood. It was safe and very friendly (A lot of dog walkers!) You were a few minutes walk from Whole Foods, Target, Trader Joes, several restaurants, and a Metro station. We were able to grab provisions easily coming home from a day of sight seeing. We stayed over a week, so it was great to use the kitchen, washer & dryer etc.. It was comfortable, clean, and I would recommend to anyone looking to enjoy DC."

DC Apartment: 2 Mi to National Mall!

8/10 Good

"Good property in a good neighborhood. Guest/street parking was very easy. The room was pet friendly with a convenient dog park 2 blocks away."

Other attractions near Howard University

Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel

Find out about the history of Washington when you take a trip to Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel. Visit the notable monuments and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.

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Founders Library

After visiting Founders Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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Banneker Recreation Center

Banneker Recreation Center is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.

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Griffith Stadium Site

You can find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Griffith Stadium Site. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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The Atlantis

You can enjoy a show at The Atlantis on your trip to Washington. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.

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9:30 Club

You can enjoy a show at 9:30 Club during your trip to Washington. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall

Learn about the local history of Washington with a stop at Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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Flash

After visiting Flash, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Howard University?

Howard University 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, take a look at the 414 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Howard University?

Pure Voyage Shaw is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers private balconies and a rooftop terrace. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Howard University. Another good choice is U Street Capsule Hostel, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Howard University?

Expedia has 414 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Howard University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Howard University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Howard University.

What can I see and do near Howard University?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Geographic Museum, National Museum of Women in the Arts or Phillips Collection. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include White House, Howard Theatre and Dunbar Hotel. You can catch a show at Lincoln Theater, Ford's Theater and Warner Theatre.

How can I get to Howard University?

Nearby metro stations include 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 Howard University hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

3. Conrad Washington, DC

4. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

5. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

6. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

7. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

8. HighRoad Washington DC

9. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

10. Phoenix Park Hotel

11. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

12. Arlo Washington DC

13. The Dupont Circle Hotel

14. Riggs Washington DC

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

16. One Washington Circle DC, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

17. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

18. Eaton DC

19. Park Hyatt Washington

20. AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown

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Top Howard University Hotel Reviews

Arlo Washington DC

The Darcy Hotel

District Hotel

Lyle Washington D.C.

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

Washington Plaza Hotel

The Beacon at Embassy Row, WorldHotels Distinctive

Charming & Spacious Apt in Historic Rowhouse

DC Apartment: 2 Mi to National Mall!

Other attractions near Howard University

Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel

Founders Library

Banneker Recreation Center

Griffith Stadium Site

The Atlantis

9:30 Club

Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall

Flash

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