West End Travel Guide
Washington
Visit West End
Stay near popular West End attractions
Things to do
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
City Cruises Washington DC: Premier Brunch Cruise
Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking
Top hotels in West End
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
"Our room was spacious and overall nice, however, the entire lobby and basement levels smelled strongly of fish for the duration of our stay. Additionally, we were told upon arrival that the wifi was down- it didn’t go back up until a day later."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
2500 Penn, a Placemakr Experience
Washington Plaza Hotel
"I like everything 😌"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
"Our stay was a pleasure."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"The staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was super comfortable and my husband really enjoyed his breakfast, he said he liked how his eggs were cooked. I like that it is an older hotel and as such has its charm. I like that it didn’t feel like a chain. In the past we stayed at the Hyatt nearby, ..."
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
Where to stay in West End
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 Capital One Arena 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.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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 Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. 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.
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.
