Upper Northwest Travel Guide

Washington

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Stay near popular Upper Northwest attractions

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American University

8.2/5 (570 reviews)
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of American University during your travels in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
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Things to do

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook

£19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Discover DC Tour

Discover DC with Nick

£66
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Discover DC with Nick
See DC In A Day: Guided Small Group Ultimate Day Tour

Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience

£74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour

Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour

£29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
The reflection of the Washington Monument on the reflecting pool!

Washington DC Night-Time City Tour

£52
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Washington DC Night-Time City Tour
Capitol Hill Tour with US Capitol & Library of Congress Admission

U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts

£48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
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Top hotels in Upper Northwest

Omni Shoreham Hotel

Omni Shoreham Hotel

4 out of 5
2500 Calvert St Nw Washington DC
The price is £145 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£145
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,381 reviews)
"Hotel was great. Food, at least for breakfast/brunch, was disappointing"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Omni Shoreham Hotel
Glover Park - Georgetown

Glover Park - Georgetown

4 out of 5
Washington DC
The price is £126 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
£126
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,020 reviews)
"Walkable location in good area. Room is comfortable, staff helpful"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Glover Park - Georgetown
Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue

Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue

2.5 out of 5
4400 Connecticut Ave NW Washington DC
The price is £86 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£86
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,080 reviews)
"Good hotel for the price. Helpful and friendly staff. Excellent location, with great restaurants around. Near Red Line Metro station."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is £96 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£96
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,212 reviews)
"Loved the fact they have a swimming pool in the centre of Washington !"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
The price is £181 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£181
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,473 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

3.5 out of 5
6400 Ivy Lane Greenbelt MD
The price is £80 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£80
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Greenbelt. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,653 reviews)
"Breakfast was perfect and stuff excellent 👍"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
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Where to stay in Upper Northwest

Find the best Upper Northwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Washington D.C.

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

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Northwest

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Washington Monument, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

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Georgetown

Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.

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Old Town Alexandria

Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Athenaeum and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

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Dupont Circle

Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.

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