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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 modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a unique ceiling design.

A gym with exercise equipment and potted plants.

1. The Satire, Autograph Collection

Old Town North, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Ashley

₩238,904

₩317,542 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 waterfront scene with a large illuminated Ferris wheel reflecting on the water at sunset.

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

Terri

₩186,428

₩219,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

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

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

Maurice

₩211,410

₩245,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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 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

JOHN

₩184,837

₩215,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a television screen.

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

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

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

Eisenhower East, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Delores

₩193,333

₩226,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, 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 modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the kitchen.

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

Old Town Alexandria, 0.4 km from Athenaeum

Sharmaine

₩214,020

₩302,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A modern interior with a brick wall, a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and pendant lighting.

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

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

7. Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

Old Town Alexandria, 0.2 km from Athenaeum

Michael

₩233,381

₩311,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

8. The Westin Washington National Harbor

3 km from Athenaeum

Marc

₩229,849

₩311,824 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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.

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

Eisenhower East, 2.2 km from Athenaeum

Kristen

₩198,857

₩231,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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 room with two beds, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

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

₩201,359

₩234,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

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

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

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

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Old Town Alexandria, 1.7 km from Athenaeum

Paul

₩202,696

₩237,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

A hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows.

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

12. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

3 km from Athenaeum

Edwin

₩273,892

₩323,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

A restaurant with a high ceiling, pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including booths and tables.

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.

13. Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

Old Town Alexandria, 0.7 km from Athenaeum

David

₩195,750

₩267,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, built-in shelves, a sofa, and a floor lamp.

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.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Alexandria Old Town/Southwest

Eisenhower East, 2.8 km from Athenaeum

Donald

₩141,763

₩165,456 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 a sofa, wooden reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the city.

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 seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering city views.

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

3 km from Athenaeum

Nicusor

₩221,850

₩261,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

A dining table set with various dishes, wine bottles, and glasses, with a vase of flowers in the center, in a room with large windows and red chairs.

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

16. Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Amanuel

₩149,074

₩173,906 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 spacious lobby with a checkered floor, two armchairs, and a grand piano.

A buffet area with multiple food stations, overhead lighting, and a clean, modern design.

17. Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Old Town Alexandria, 1.6 km from Athenaeum

₩185,710

₩216,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

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.

A grocery store with a central island stocked with sundries and essentials, refrigerated sections, and shelves with snacks and packaged goods.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town National Harbor

Old Town Alexandria, 1.4 km from Athenaeum

Carl

₩202,696

₩235,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern hotel with a curved glass facade, a spacious lobby, and a view of the surrounding area.

A modern reception area with a large abstract wall art, a reception desk, and a view of the interior space.

A modern lobby with a glass staircase, a reception desk, and a large white seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, large windows, and potted plants.

19. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino

3 km from Athenaeum

Marissa

₩333,211

₩432,580 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a large window with a view of a park, and a framed picture of a lake.

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

ROBERT

₩146,077

₩167,989 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Athenaeum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Satire, Autograph Collection	9.6 Exceptional 900 reviews	View
Hyatt Place National Harbor	9.4 Exceptional 2,395 reviews	View
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria	9.4 Exceptional 1,345 reviews	View
The Westin Alexandria Old Town	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View

Top Athenaeum Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

8/10 Good

"Very nice property but the location was not conducive to Metro access and the hotel does not offer a shuttle service"

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful birthday weekend at Archer."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

8/10 Good

"The wi-fi connection was totally unsatisfactory. The made to order breakfast was outstanding but the breakfast buffet was marginal. The room were kept in a superb manner"

Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

10/10 Excellent

"It was amazing"

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff, clean room, location"

The King Street House by Kasa

8/10 Good

"Great location!"

Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"My stay at the Residence Inn in Alexandria was first class. The rooms were spotless and the staff excellent. It was in a great location, everywhere walkable. I would definitely return."

Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and really nice clean room"

Hampton Inn Alexandria-Old Town/King St. Metro

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was wonderful. Very friendly staff, rooms were clean, beds were comfortable, breakfast was great. Very close to transportation, restaurants and shopping. Only issue we had was the elevators were very slow. Otherwise, it was all great."

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. Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott

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

7. Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

8. The Westin Washington National Harbor

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

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

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

12. Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area

13. Morrison House Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection

14. Courtyard by Marriott Alexandria Old Town/Southwest

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

16. Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria

17. Hilton Alexandria Old Town

18. Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town National Harbor

19. MGM National Harbor Resort & Casino

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

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Top Athenaeum Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South

Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria

Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG

The King Street House by Kasa

Residence Inn Alexandria Old Town/Duke Street by Marriott

Hotel Heron Alexandria Old Town, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hampton Inn Alexandria-Old Town/King St. Metro

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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