The Best Hotels Closest to Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington for 2026

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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 dining table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a gift box, viewed through a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tall monument.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

andrew

₩630,433

₩730,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table, and a seating area.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a view of the city.

2. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Maria

₩219,724

₩254,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the outside.

An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass-top reception desk, marble flooring, and large windows offering city views.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

3. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

2.6 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Alvaro A

₩452,311

₩574,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles and glasses, a bar counter, and overhead lighting.

A modern hotel room with large mirrors, black and beige mats, and neatly rolled towels.

A lobby with a marble fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and decorative vases.

4. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

Georgetown, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Melissa

₩1,794,566

₩2,080,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A modern building with a courtyard featuring trees and a variety of flowers.

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

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

5. The River Inn

Foggy Bottom, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

charles

₩200,144

₩232,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A multi-level hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a large screen.

A multi-level atrium with open spaces, seating areas, and a central staircase.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen displaying news.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the upper floors.

6. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

2.5 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Cassey

₩258,177

₩299,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, greenery, and a person walking.

A restaurant with round tables, white cushioned seating, and hanging paper lanterns.

A bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with a cushioned bench and ottoman.

A person standing by a window with a view of buildings and a cityscape.

7. Lyle Washington D.C.

Dupont Circle, 2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

christer

₩226,956

₩309,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, recessed lighting, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A modern restaurant with leather seating, dining tables set with white tableware, and hanging spherical chandeliers.

An outdoor cafe with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and a covered area with a metal frame and hanging lights.

8. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Beth

₩291,748

₩338,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a table set for a meal.

A brick staircase with a metal railing, leading to a door with a window above it.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A large, white building with a symmetrical facade, multiple columns, and a central entrance.

9. The Poppy Georgetown

Georgetown, 2.3 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

David

₩261,670

₩303,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a wine rack.

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

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

2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Christian

₩652,448

₩756,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a red door.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and armchairs, and a coffee table with a vase and book.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a built-in wardrobe, and a mirror.

An outdoor patio area with seating, tables, and a fire pit.

11. Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Georgetown, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Bruno

₩421,074

₩488,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A brick building with a large windowed section, a smaller tower-like structure, and a flat-roofed building with a metal roof.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the city.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower, a vanity with a marble countertop, and a potted plant.

12. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown

3 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Larisa

₩210,289

₩243,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

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

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

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

13. Hotel Lombardy

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

XUEMEI

₩166,915

₩193,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A Victorian-style building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with steps.

A building with brick walls, large windows, and outdoor seating.

A bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and wooden ladder.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a TV, a kettle, and a chandelier.

14. HighRoad Washington DC

1.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Esteban

₩98,689

₩129,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a bar, and a fire pit.

A gym with weight machines, benches, and a mirrored wall.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, black shelving units, and a large abstract wall art piece.

A modern lobby with a central grey sofa, two blue armchairs, a marble coffee table with a moss plant, and a series of white vases on shelves.

15. AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Alexis Nicole

₩203,006

₩235,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel entrance with a canopy sign, a glass door, and a brick-paved entrance area.

A ceiling with a unique circular mirror design and a framed artwork below.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

16. Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

₩214,342

₩248,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a bar area in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a standing lamp, and a TV.

A reception desk with three cushioned seating areas and a decorative floral arrangement on the wall behind.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a large chandelier.

17. The Darcy Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Ana

₩189,130

₩265,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in oven.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a dining area with a table and chairs, and artwork on the wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a vase, and artwork on the wall.

18. One Washington Circle DC, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2.9 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Brooke

₩250,545

₩329,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A wine cellar with glass walls, a wooden table, and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a well-lit entrance and a covered area.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a piano, a wooden dining table with red vases, and a bench.

A modern lobby with a large abstract art installation, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a glass partition.

19. Park Hyatt Washington

2.6 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Alexandra

₩438,968

₩508,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A rooftop bar with wooden furniture, green bar stools, and a view of buildings in the background.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a table with drinks, and a view of city buildings at dusk.

A modern building with a large entrance, a sign reading "SIXTY", and a street lamp.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a dark wooden reception desk, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

20. SIXTY DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.4 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo

Stephen Barry

₩231,604

₩318,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Smithsonian's National Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 356 reviews	View
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC	9.6 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
The River Inn	9.4 Exceptional 2,187 reviews	View

Top Smithsonian's National Zoo Hotel Reviews

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a fun stay at this beautiful hotel! Very kid friendly with many planned activities over the weekend like a whole ballroom full of bounce houses! They also have ice cream available all day for kids at the concierge, who was also very helpful with directions and suggestions of things to do in the area. Room was comfortable and service was 10/10!"

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and comfortable."

The Baron Hotel

8/10 Good

"This is an old hotel. 1st floor is comedy club . You will find a classic elevator that is a bit scary. Hot water in shower takes over five minutes until it gets hot. However, you only pay “classic” standard rate. This is the most reasonably priced hotel In DuPont circle. Great hotel for budget travelers!"

HighRoad Washington DC

8/10 Good

"Perfect location for budget consious travelers who life a variety of cafe and food. The transit system is convenient and the location is very walkable during the day and in the evening! Staff are open to help and answer questions for new travelers to DC. The room was cold, though tollerable--My one complaint was that I couldn't adjust the thermostat. --Most importantly, the bedding and towels were clean! I stayed for a short stay and upon checkout I can honestly say the experience met my travel expectations! Thanks."

The Normandy Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Best Value for money . Good location."

The Dupont Circle Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

8/10 Good

"Very good"

Park Hyatt Washington

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel has a great located near the mall and Georgetown."

Hotel Rendale Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"I had a good experience staying there. The location is great, nice interior, helpful staff,everything was excellent. The only thing that I had to say is they have only one vending machine to get water and other soft drinks. There is no deli store nearby also. Other than that I enjoyed my stay."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Smithsonian's National Zoo 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 225 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Smithsonian's National Zoo. Other good options within a short distance include HighRoad Washington DC and The LINE Hotel DC.

How many hotels are there near Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Expedia has 225 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Smithsonian's National Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smithsonian's National Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Smithsonian's National Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Smithsonian's National Zoo?

For additional details about updating your stay near Smithsonian's National Zoo or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, Phillips Collection, and Anderson House Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like White House, Dupont Circle, and Mansion on O Street are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Lincoln Theater, George Washington Lisner Auditorium, and Kennedy Center.

How can I get to Smithsonian's National Zoo?

Nearby metro stations include Cleveland Park Station, Van Ness-UDC Station, and Woodley Park-Zoo Station. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Smithsonian's National Zoo hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

3. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

4. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

5. The River Inn

6. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

7. Lyle Washington D.C.

8. The Dupont Circle Hotel

9. The Poppy Georgetown

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

11. Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

12. The Hoya Hotel at Georgetown

13. Hotel Lombardy

14. HighRoad Washington DC

15. AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown

16. Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

17. The Darcy Hotel

18. One Washington Circle DC, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

19. Park Hyatt Washington

20. SIXTY DC

Compare popular hotels close to Smithsonian's National Zoo

Top Smithsonian's National Zoo Hotel Reviews

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

The Baron Hotel

HighRoad Washington DC

The Normandy Hotel

The Dupont Circle Hotel

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle

Park Hyatt Washington

Hotel Rendale Washington DC

Other attractions near Smithsonian's National Zoo

Rock Creek Trail Exercise Course

Songbyrd Music House and Record Cafe

Lost City Books

Tryst

Mt Pleasant Street

District of Columbia Arts Center

Mexican Cultural Institute

Shanklin Hall DC

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