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

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.

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

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

1. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.7 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

William James

₩1,085,041

₩1,258,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 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.

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

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.3 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

andrew

₩633,311

₩734,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.

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

A modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a spacious seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase with a glass railing.

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

2.5 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Erika

₩226,517

₩262,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

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

A modern bar area with round tables and chairs, a central bar counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

4. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.8 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Drew

₩233,032

₩270,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, including a sofa and a round table with drinks and a lantern.

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.

5. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.3 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

David

₩534,327

₩619,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

6. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.1 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Dawn

₩301,577

₩349,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

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

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

7. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

2.3 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Ricardo

₩494,585

₩623,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A grand hall with ornate chandeliers, marble columns, and a patterned floor.

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.

8. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.5 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Gary

₩603,153

₩753,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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.

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

9. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

Georgetown, 2.3 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Melissa

₩1,816,161

₩2,105,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A staircase with a brick wall, metal railing, and potted plants.

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

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

10. Hotel Hive

Foggy Bottom, 1.3 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Benjamin

₩152,899

₩177,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

11. The River Inn

Foggy Bottom, 1.9 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

John

₩193,612

₩224,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple TVs, and rows of teal chairs.

12. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

2.3 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Cassey

₩259,356

₩300,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A tray with a teapot, glasses, and macarons on a table with a view of cherry blossoms.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a potted plant.

13. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, 1.2 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Anup

₩454,375

₩579,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and purple chairs, a curved sofa, and a fireplace with a green rug.

A room with a red sofa, two round tables, and a red lamp.

A long dining table set with white plates, silverware, and glassware, flanked by blue upholstered chairs.

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

14. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 2.1 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Chance

₩341,384

₩458,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a water feature.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, glass partitions, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, and a coffee table. There are shelves with decorative items and a plant.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a green upholstered headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair by the window.

15. ROOST White House

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.8 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Stephanie

₩333,745

₩386,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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.

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

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

2.1 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Christian

₩642,023

₩744,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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

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

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

17. Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Georgetown, 2.4 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Bruno

₩458,396

₩531,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

A modern office space with a large window overlooking a river and cityscape, a desk with a lamp, and a view of adjacent buildings.

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

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

The Wharf, 1.8 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Amanda M

₩408,804

₩528,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and tables.

19. The Darcy Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.5 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Jephthahlyn

₩169,888

₩243,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a large mirror, and a wooden vanity.

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 view of the pool area.

20. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Southwest Federal Center, 1.6 km from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

Lindsay

₩251,689

₩291,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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Top Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial Hotel Reviews

JW Marriott Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"5-Star Review of My Stay at the JW Marriott I recently had the pleasure of staying at the JW Marriott, and it exceeded my expectations in every way. From the moment I arrived, the staff provided exceptional service, making me feel welcome and valued throughout my stay. The hotel itself was stunning, with elegant décor, spotless common areas, and a luxurious atmosphere that immediately set the tone for a relaxing visit. My room was spacious, beautifully designed, and impeccably clean. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the amenities were thoughtful and high quality. One of the highlights of my stay was the outstanding dining experience. The food was delicious, the service was attentive, and there were plenty of options to suit every taste. The hotel facilities were equally impressive, including well-maintained fitness and relaxation areas that made it easy to unwind after a busy day. What truly sets the JW Marriott apart is its attention to detail and commitment to guest satisfaction. Every interaction with the staff was friendly, professional, and genuine. Their dedication to creating an exceptional guest experience was evident at every turn. I would highly recommend the JW Marriott to anyone looking for a luxurious, comfortable, and memorable stay. I look forward to returning on my next visit"

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful front desk!!!"

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Great time here. Valet parking was the best. You can come and go as many times as you need to without paying extra. You text down when you need to go and they get your car for you so you don’t have to stand outside and wait. A real Starbucks on site in the lobby and metro right under the hotel. Perfect location near museums."

The Westin DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This stay was and is always our best stay in DC."

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was wonderful."

Hotel Lombardy

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was nothing short of AMAZING! Everyone was so helpful and accommodating. Definitely recommend!"

State Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Pleasantly surprised to find the room included a kitchen with full size refrigerator and gas burners."

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Easy check in. Clean room. Staff was super nice and helpful at check in. Just a great place to stay."

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful service"

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A park path with autumn leaves, a lake, and the Washington Monument in the background.

Tidal Basin

9.2/10 (33 reviews)

Embellished by the pink hues of cherry blossoms in spring, this scenic reservoir is surrounded by memorials to important figures in the development of the nation.

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A memorial with statues, an American flag, and a reflective wall.

Korean War Veterans Memorial

9.4/10 (806 reviews)

Pay tribute to fallen heroes at a thought-provoking monument to those who lost their lives during the three- year Korean War.

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A large fountain with water jets in a circular pattern, surrounded by trees and a row of memorial columns.

National World War II Memorial

9.4/10 (796 reviews)

A memorial honoring over 400,000 military personnel who died in the war is a sobering place. Pay respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.

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A lake with autumn trees reflecting in the water, a tall monument in the background, and a clear sky.

Constitution Gardens

An oasis of calm in an area of political activity, this park is a place for quiet contemplation between the trees and on the benches surrounding its large pond.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial?

Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial 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 72 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial?

State Plaza Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial. Other good options close by include Hotel Washington and Hotel Hive.

How many hotels are there close to Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial?

Expedia has 72 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial.

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What can I see and do near Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial?

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, DAR Museum, and National Museum of African American History and Culture feature captivating exhibits. White House, National Academy of Sciences, and World Bank are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at DAR Constitution Hall, Kennedy Center, and George Washington Lisner Auditorium.

How can I get to Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial?

Walk to nearby metro stations like Waterfront Station, L'Enfant Plaza Station, and Federal Center Station. If you'd like to venture around the surrounding area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

4. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

5. Conrad Washington, DC

6. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

7. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

8. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

9. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

10. Hotel Hive

11. The River Inn

12. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

13. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

14. Riggs Washington DC

15. ROOST White House

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

17. Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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

19. The Darcy Hotel

20. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

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Top Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial Hotel Reviews

JW Marriott Washington DC

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

The Westin DC Downtown

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hotel Lombardy

State Plaza Hotel

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

Other attractions near Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial

District of Columbia War Memorial

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

Tidal Basin

Korean War Veterans Memorial

National World War II Memorial

Constitution Gardens

FDR Memorial

Vietnam Women's Memorial

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