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An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and umbrellas.

A modern living room with a large window, a round glass coffee table, and contemporary furniture.

A gym with exercise equipment and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a long dining table, dark wood flooring, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

1. The Satire, Autograph Collection

Old Town North, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Gerald

₩234,205

₩312,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, string lights, and a seating area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a body of water with a bridge.

A modern lobby with a curved sofa, wooden coffee tables, and a patterned rug. Large windows offer a view of the outside.

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

2. Hyatt Place National Harbor

3 km from Athenaeum

Brianna

₩187,087

₩220,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A bar area with a marble countertop, multiple bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

A restaurant interior with geometric patterned walls, wooden tables, and benches.

A brick building with a sign reading 'ARCHER HOTEL' and a covered outdoor seating area.

3. Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria, 1.3 km from Athenaeum

Janiece

₩212,157

₩246,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large potted plants.

A modern bar area with round tables and bar stools, a bar counter with a variety of bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern building with a glass entrance and the name "The Westin" displayed above.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor display.

4. The Westin Alexandria Old Town

Eisenhower East, 2.1 km from Athenaeum

James

₩175,185

₩204,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a seating area, and a large potted plant.

A brick building with a sign reading "HERON" above the entrance. There are potted plants in front of the entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a unique chandelier.

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.

5. Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton

Old Town Alexandria, 0.4 km from Athenaeum

Sharmaine

₩214,776

₩303,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two seating areas with chairs and ottomans, and large windows providing natural light.

A white van parked in front of a building with a sign reading "Marriott Residence Inn 1456."

6. Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott

Eisenhower East, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Delores

₩194,016

₩227,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by brick buildings, offering a view of a body of water.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, blue upholstered seating, and decorative wall art.

A brick building with a restaurant on the ground floor and a bar on the second floor.

7. Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

Old Town Alexandria, 0.2 km from Athenaeum

Michael

₩234,205

₩312,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of a building and trees.

A bar area with a TV screen, bar counter, and seating.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Alexandria Old Town South at Carlyle

Eisenhower East, 2.2 km from Athenaeum

Kristen

₩163,528

₩190,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, a waterfall feature in the background, and a brick wall on one side.

A swimming pool with chairs and towels, a tiled wall, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A multi-story building with a sign reading "EMBASSY SUITES".

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two sofas, a patterned rug, and a view through the glass doors.

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Old Town Alexandria, 1.7 km from Athenaeum

Lawrence

₩203,412

₩238,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel lobby with a red sofa, a patterned rug, and a reception desk.

A Hampton Inn hotel entrance with a brick facade, large potted plants, and a neon sign.

A hotel breakfast area with a check-in counter, seating, and a view of the city.

A lobby area with a reception desk, a chandelier, a large lamp, and a glass door leading outside.

10. Hampton Inn Alexandria-Old Town/King St. Metro

Old Town Alexandria, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Sara

₩215,469

₩250,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a waterfront view.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a large Ferris wheel in the background, and a bridge across the water.

A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows offering views of a Ferris wheel and waterfront.

A waterfront area with a Ferris wheel, a bench, and outdoor seating by the water.

11. The Westin Washington National Harbor

3 km from Athenaeum

Donald

₩231,434

₩313,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A brick building with a central entrance featuring a white porch and a fountain.

A dock with several boats, including 'Admiral Tip' and 'Miss Mallory', and a building labeled 'Chart House'.

A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A room with a fireplace, two red leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

12. Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

Old Town Alexandria, 0.7 km from Athenaeum

Joyce

₩186,048

₩256,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, umbrellas, and a fire feature.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned rug.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, situated near a body of water with a dock and an American flag.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a curved ceiling design.

13. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

3 km from Athenaeum

Edwin

₩275,780

₩325,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

A modern reception area with a curved counter, seating area, and a menu board.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Alexandria Old Town/Southwest

Eisenhower East, 2.8 km from Athenaeum

Donald

₩131,654

₩153,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A modern lobby with a fireplace, red seating, and a marble floor.

A multi-story building with a prominent "Hyatt Centric" sign, large windows, and a brick facade.

A beach with a Ferris wheel in the background, a tent, and a statue.

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

15. Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Heather

₩149,600

₩174,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern interior with a central display of snacks and beverages, large windows, and a checkered floor.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a bar on the left, and a wall with a clock and artwork on the right.

A balcony with a view of a historic building.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, two armchairs, and a grand piano.

16. Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Old Town Alexandria, 1.6 km from Athenaeum

Paula

₩180,685

₩210,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows providing natural light.

A room with a decorative console table, a vase, a small potted plant, and a chair with a cushion.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

A brick building with a covered outdoor seating area, wooden tables, and chairs.

17. The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

Old Town Alexandria, 0.3 km from Athenaeum

Robert

₩222,634

₩298,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and decorative lighting.

A modern Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with red chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a breakfast bar.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town National Harbor

Old Town Alexandria, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Carl

₩192,048

₩223,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern living room with a large TV, a wooden entertainment unit, and a seating area with a view of a Ferris wheel and water.

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering city views.

A modern hotel room with large windows offering a view of the city skyline and a body of water. There are three black tables with wine glasses on them.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, wooden reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the city.

19. AC Hotel by Marriott National Harbor Washington, D.C. Area

3 km from Athenaeum

Nicusor

₩235,591

₩277,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A bakery counter with a sign that reads "BAKERY" and a sign that says "CAUTION SURFACES."

A store with a 'SWEET SHOP' sign, shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and a refrigerated display.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small table.

A swimming pool adjacent to a hotel with a modern design, a covered area with seating, and a clear sky.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

1.9 km from Athenaeum

Marcel

₩146,593

₩168,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Athenaeum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.4 Exceptional 674 reviews	View
Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,021 reviews	View
The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection	9.0 Wonderful 599 reviews	View
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria	9.4 Exceptional 1,346 reviews	View

Top Athenaeum Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

8/10 Good

"Great to stay"

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

8/10 Good

"It was great. Only complaint was the bathroom lighting."

Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent all round."

The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you"

Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was awesome. Breakfast was delicious. Rooms were clean. Beds comfortable. Pool served its purpose. Location took about 40 minutes to DC, with very easy access to the metro and clean trains and stations. Very easy to navigate. Much cheaper and easier than parking in DC. Great stay!!"

Hampton Inn Alexandria-Old Town/King St. Metro

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location and service. 2 blocks from metro station and right in old town."

Hyatt Place National Harbor

8/10 Good

"The rooms are clean, spacious, and feature hard flooring instead of carpet, which creates a much fresher and more modern atmosphere. It also hides no dirt since the floor is not rug!"

The Westin Alexandria Old Town

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay"

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

10/10 Excellent

"The Archer was recommended for my solo trip because of its safe environment. I was overly pleased with the staff and amenities. I enjoyed the gym and the restaurant, Home Grown."

Other attractions near Athenaeum

A red brick building with a clock tower and a weather vane.

Alexandria City Hall

8.8/10 (350 reviews)

After visiting Alexandria City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. Discover the area's great live music and shops.

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A historic building with American flags, a church spire, and a brick courtyard.

Market Square

9.2/10 (366 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Alexandria when you stop by Market Square. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the notable monuments in the area.

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Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Alexandria. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its waterfront.

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Old Presbyterian Meeting House

You can find out about the history of Alexandria with a visit to Old Presbyterian Meeting House. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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John Carlyle House

8.4/10 (71 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Alexandria with a trip to John Carlyle House. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Alexandria Archaeology Museum

9.0/10 (35 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Alexandria Archaeology Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Alexandria. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

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Torpedo Factory Art Center

8.8/10 (395 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Torpedo Factory Art Center during your stay in Alexandria. Visit the area's shops or amble around its waterfront.

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Gadsby's Tavern Museum

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Gadsby's Tavern Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Alexandria. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Athenaeum?

Athenaeum is located in a historic area of Alexandria known for its notable monuments and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 347 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Athenaeum?

Adjacent to Athenaeum, Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other good choices within a short distance include The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection and Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Athenaeum?

Expedia has 347 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Athenaeum.

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

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Athenaeum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Athenaeum?

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What can I see and do near Athenaeum?

Gadsby's Tavern Museum, United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum, and DEA Museum feature captivating exhibits. John Carlyle House, George Washington Masonic National Memorial, and Alexandria's Christ Church are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can check out the local talent at The Theater at MGM National Harbor, Birchmere, and Signature Theatre.

How can I get to Athenaeum?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Athenaeum is simple. Make your way to King Street Station to catch metro transit. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Alexandria Station. You can learn about your options for water transportation at the port.

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Our top choices for Athenaeum hotels

1. The Satire, Autograph Collection

2. Hyatt Place National Harbor

3. Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

4. The Westin Alexandria Old Town

5. Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton

6. Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott

7. Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Alexandria Old Town South at Carlyle

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

10. Hampton Inn Alexandria-Old Town/King St. Metro

11. The Westin Washington National Harbor

12. Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

13. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

14. Courtyard by Marriott Alexandria Old Town/Southwest

15. Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

16. Hilton Alexandria Old Town

17. The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

18. Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town National Harbor

19. AC Hotel by Marriott National Harbor Washington, D.C. Area

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

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Top Athenaeum Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

Hampton Inn Alexandria-Old Town/King St. Metro

Hyatt Place National Harbor

The Westin Alexandria Old Town

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

Other attractions near Athenaeum

Alexandria City Hall

Market Square

Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum

Old Presbyterian Meeting House

John Carlyle House

Alexandria Archaeology Museum

Torpedo Factory Art Center

Gadsby's Tavern Museum

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