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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 large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative archway.

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

A woman sitting on a chair in a lobby with a checkered floor, reading a newspaper.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.7 km from National Museum of American History

James

₩588,362

₩682,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A round table set with white teacups and saucers, a teapot, and a tray, surrounded by pink upholstered chairs.

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, ornate black iron railings, a large patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

A bar area with marble countertops and shelves of liquor bottles.

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.

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.4 km from National Museum of American History

Michael

₩853,668

₩989,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

3. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.6 km from National Museum of American History

Eugene

₩169,321

₩196,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A grand lobby with marble columns, ornate chandeliers, and classic furniture.

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

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

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

4. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from National Museum of American History

syed a

₩469,796

₩600,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

5. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.4 km from National Museum of American History

Sierra

₩214,388

₩248,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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 hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

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

6. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from National Museum of American History

David

₩508,709

₩589,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate wood paneling, and a large floral arrangement.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a nightstand with lamps.

A grand building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a red door. Flags are displayed on the building's facade.

A dimly lit, ornate room with a round table and red upholstered chairs, featuring a bar area with stools and a bartender.

7. The Hay-Adams

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.2 km from National Museum of American History

Cynthia

₩857,829

₩994,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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 modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

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

8. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Mount Vernon Square, 1.5 km from National Museum of American History

Casandra

₩164,914

₩191,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and various bottles and glasses.

A spacious lobby with a piano, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

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

A lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, framed artwork, and a door labeled "The O'Blinor."

9. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.9 km from National Museum of American History

Nithya

₩172,508

₩244,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

An outdoor dining area with a glass ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

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

The exterior of Arlo hotel in Washington DC with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

10. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.5 km from National Museum of American History

Trey

₩134,634

₩213,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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 bar area with marble columns, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A spacious lobby with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, and a glass display case with flowers.

11. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.8 km from National Museum of American History

Chance

₩256,933

₩362,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A three-tiered dessert display with floral decorations, a coffee and tea setup, and a wine glass on a table in a restaurant setting.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A spacious living room with two sofas, a chandelier, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering city views.

A person in a white robe reading a book titled 'SALAMANDE' on a balcony with a brick wall and a building in the background.

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, 0.9 km from National Museum of American History

Keri

₩505,828

₩635,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and hanging floral decorations.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window with a city view.

A modern lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a staircase.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

13. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1.8 km from National Museum of American History

Shiraz

₩155,906

₩237,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A person in a white bathrobe sitting on a bed with a tray of breakfast and a glass of orange juice.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A dining table with plates of food, a muffin, and a cup of coffee.

A tree-lined sidewalk with parked cars, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

14. The River Inn

Foggy Bottom, 2.3 km from National Museum of American History

Alan

₩165,139

₩191,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and cushioned chairs.

An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lamps.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lounge area.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the outdoors.

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

The Wharf, 1.4 km from National Museum of American History

Juan Carlos

₩359,207

₩472,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, dark walls, and a geometric patterned floor.

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

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

2.2 km from National Museum of American History

Randall

₩580,663

₩673,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A modern reception area with a digital display showcasing a building's interior and exterior.

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table and multiple seating areas, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and a view of the city skyline.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

Mount Vernon Square, 1.5 km from National Museum of American History

Chantell

₩176,000

₩204,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern interior with exposed brick walls, a black reception desk, and directional signage for amenities like food, restrooms, and a hive bar.

A cozy lounge area with a brick wall, a fireplace, and seating arrangements.

A hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a decorative archway and a sign above it.

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

18. Hotel Hive

Foggy Bottom, 1.8 km from National Museum of American History

Clifton

₩125,030

₩144,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, American flags, and a well-maintained garden.

A red upholstered chair, a round wooden table with a book and a lamp, and a tiled floor.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and multiple lit candles on tables.

A bar area with multiple chairs, a counter with bottles, and tables with candles.

19. Hotel Lombardy

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.8 km from National Museum of American History

Satyendrakumar

₩173,367

₩201,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the pool area.

A lobby with a modern ceiling design, a reception desk, and two individuals with luggage.

A spacious lobby with a modern reception desk, seating area, and a unique ceiling light installation.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small pool area.

20. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Southwest Federal Center, 0.9 km from National Museum of American History

Samantha

₩226,140

₩262,209 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Top National Museum of American History Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is a little dated but super clean. The food from their restaurant was AMAZING! I ate almost every meal at the hotel. The staff was great! (Shout out to Jamal and Sarah!) The pool was surprisingly deep; the deepest part is 8 feet. The hotel was conveniently located to all tourist attractions, about a 10-15 drive to all of the museums, monuments and the zoo. I will definitely be returning."

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Nothing to say but everything was immaculate."

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The Staff was pleasant and helpful. Rooms were small but well maintained and very clean. I look forward to returning."

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about our stay was fantastic."

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The location between the museums at the Smithsonian and restaurants at the Wharf was very convenient. The staff was helpful. We used the valet parking which made parking easy. We walked to the Smithsonian and to the Wharf for dinner. The second night we had dinner at the Hilton because we we spent the whole day walking at the museums. On another day, we might have Ubered to the restaurant, but so many streets were blocked by the Freedom 250 Grand Prix that this didn't seem practical. It was nice to have food choices with a restaurant, a Starbucks, and a food court at the hotel. There is also a Metro stop below the Hilton."

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Even just stepping into the hotel, I felt I had entered a unique atmosphere. Thousands of kilometers away from home—on a solo journey to a city I was visiting for the first time—the hotel made me feel safe and right at home, thanks to both its architecture and its helpful, friendly staff. The comfort, cleanliness, and elegance were outstanding. I hope to return one day. Sending love and endless thanks from Turkey (Mehtap)"

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Other than no free breakfast option,just a very expensive buffet ! over $100. for 3 adults and 2 kids , very happy with our stay.Would stay here again and even have breakfast here "no other options near by" . Great location and very happy to see the National Guard in and around the hotel, felt very safe."

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

9.4/10 (4,304 reviews)

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National Museum of Natural History

8.8/10 (1,998 reviews)

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Smithsonian Latino Center

Enjoy an outing to Smithsonian Latino Center during your stay in Washington. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

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Cedar Hill

Find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Cedar Hill. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

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Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

Learn about the events happening at Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center during your trip to Washington. Discover the acclaimed art scene and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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Discovery Theater

Enjoy a show at Discovery Theater, a storied theater in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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National Children’s Museum

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Captain Nathan Hale Sculpture

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Museum of American History?

National Museum of American History 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, check out the 279 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near National Museum of American History?

Adjacent to National Museum of American History, Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Washington and JW Marriott Washington DC.

How many hotels will I find near National Museum of American History?

Expedia has 279 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from National Museum of American History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Museum of American History, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to National Museum of American History.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Museum of American History?

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What can I see and do near National Museum of American History?

You'll want to browse the collections at Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of African American History and Culture, and National Museum of Natural History. Explore notable local landmarks like White House, Arlington National Cemetery, and Old Post Office Pavilion. You can catch a show at National Theatre, Warner Theatre, and Ford's Theater.

How can I get to National Museum of American History?

Walk to nearby metro stations like 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 National Museum of American History hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

3. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

4. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

5. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

6. Conrad Washington, DC

7. The Hay-Adams

8. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

9. Phoenix Park Hotel

10. Arlo Washington DC

11. Riggs Washington DC

12. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

13. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

14. The River Inn

15. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

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

17. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

18. Hotel Hive

19. Hotel Lombardy

20. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

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Top National Museum of American History Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Other attractions near National Museum of American History

National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Museum of Natural History

Smithsonian Latino Center

Cedar Hill

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

Discovery Theater

National Children’s Museum

Captain Nathan Hale Sculpture

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