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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,254 reviews	View
citizenM Washington DC Capitol	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 3,348 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,634 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 2,923 reviews	View

Where to stay in Southwest Federal Center

Find the best Southwest Federal Center areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Washington D.C.

Central business district boasting Penn Quarter, Chinatown, and CityCenterDC, with a variety of bars, restaurants, and theaters. Explore historic sites like Lafayette Square and enjoy diverse dining options such as Fogo de Chão and Old Ebbitt Grill.

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Northwest

Discover the heart of Washington, D.C. in this bustling quadrant, home to the central business district, Federal Triangle, and northern National Mall museums. Explore college campuses, catch a game at Capital One Arena, or visit the National Cathedral and Rock Creek Park. Enjoy seamless connectivity with all six Metro lines and numerous bus options.

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Georgetown

Historic landmarks and a bustling commercial district await, with high-end shops, bars, and restaurants at Wisconsin Avenue and M Street. Enjoy waterfront dining at Washington Harbour or explore the scenic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.

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Old Town Alexandria

Discover well-preserved late-18th and early-19th century urban architecture in this National Historic Landmark District. Explore the commercial center around S. Washington Street and King Street, featuring notable buildings like the Art Deco Virginia Public Service building.

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Dupont Circle

Embassies and think tanks abound in this area, where visitors can enjoy the Dupont Circle Fountain, historic Anderson House, and diverse dining options. Easily accessible via the Red Line Metro station.

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Top Southwest Federal Center Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Everything about this hotel was nice except the food in the restaurant, which was terrible. The staff were good but every meal I ate was horrible …"

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"My family and I stayed Saturday-Monday and I could not be happier with the hotel and hotel staff! Jasper at the front desk was fantastic at check in and helpful with questions we had throughout our stay! The hotel is within close enough proximity to all of the places we wanted to visit. I would definitely stay here again and have recommended it to all of our friends and family members! Thank you!!"

Salamander Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very attentive and considered our needs as a family for our room placement and attractions. Little touches like the hotel car to take you to close by attractions (within reason and if it was available) was priceless! Location and accessibility to the Wharf and all its restaurants, again very convenient and top notch!"

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We love staying at Motto by Hilton micro hotels. The rooms are small, but well designed and functional. The design and furniture is always interesting and the lobbies and restaurants have been fantastic, this one is no exception. Staff were friendly and helpful, especially Marcus, and seemed to enjoy their job (rare these days). Added bonus is the awesome free toiletries by Basd!"

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Nice Hotel. Great location. Few minutes walk from the National Mall. The price was great for that location. The only issue was parking when you get there. Valet parking is available though. Overall, it was nice place to stay and I’ll certainly stay there again."

Frequently asked questions

What is Southwest Federal Center like?

Travelers to the Southwest Federal Center neighborhood in Washington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Southwest Federal Center? Consider a visit to Smithsonian Institution while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Southwest Federal Center?

Based on our traveler data, citizenM Washington DC Capitol is one of the top choices for your stay in Southwest Federal Center. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Museum of the Bible, and it offers 2 restaurants and a fitness center. Other good options for your stay in the area include Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG and Salamander Washington DC.

How many hotels are there in the Southwest Federal Center area?

Expedia has 6 Southwest Federal Center hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Washington area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Southwest Federal Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Southwest Federal Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Southwest Federal Center?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Southwest Federal Center, head over to our customer service page.

What is there to do around this Washington neighborhood?

National Air and Space Museum, Enid A. Haupt Garden, and United States Botanic Garden are family favorites to check out in Southwest Federal Center. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Smithsonian Institution and L'Enfant Plaza are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favorite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as White House, United States Capitol, and Washington Monument. When you're sightseeing in Washington, Capital One Arena and Nationals Park are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Southwest Federal Center and the greater Washington area?

If you want to see more of the city, L'Enfant Plaza Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Federal Center Station and Smithsonian Station.

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1. citizenM Washington DC Capitol

2. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

3. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

4. Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall

6. Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

7. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

8. Washington Plaza Hotel

9. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

10. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

11. State Plaza Hotel

12. Arlo Washington DC

13. Phoenix Park Hotel

14. Hotel Hive

15. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

16. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

17. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

18. YOTEL Washington DC

19. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

20. The Henley Park Hotel

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Where to stay in Southwest Federal Center

Downtown Washington D.C.

Northwest

Georgetown

Old Town Alexandria

Dupont Circle

Top Southwest Federal Center Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

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