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Our top choices for Smithsonian's National Zoo hotels

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great property"
United States
James
The price is ₩621,795
₩720,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
Front of property

2. HighRoad Washington DC

HighRoad Washington DC
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (706 reviews)
"A great stay, definitely would stay again."
United States
Daniel
The price is ₩102,234
₩135,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
HighRoad Washington DC
Restaurant

3. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
3.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (260 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
CARLOS
The price is ₩193,706
₩224,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
Lobby

4. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
5.0 star property
2.6 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms and a beautiful hotel overall!"
United States
mariana
The price is ₩439,142
₩562,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
Garden

5. Lyle Washington D.C.

Lyle Washington D.C.
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,663 reviews)
"Great location and great clean room!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is ₩201,611
₩283,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Lyle Washington D.C.
Exterior

6. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC
5.0 star property
Georgetown, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (203 reviews)
"Great hotel, lovely staff. Always a pleasant experience staying here."
United States
Melissa
The price is ₩1,050,718
₩1,218,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

7. The Dupont Circle Hotel

The Dupont Circle Hotel
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,334 reviews)
"Great location, clean and comfortable."
United States
Robert
The price is ₩300,822
₩348,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
The Dupont Circle Hotel
Rooftop terrace

8. SIXTY DC

SIXTY DC
4.5 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.4 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (291 reviews)
"This hotel was so well designed and had amazing amenities. The location was also perfect!"
United States
Jasmin
The price is ₩257,203
₩351,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
SIXTY DC
Interior detail

9. The River Inn

The River Inn
4.0 star property
Foggy Bottom, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,061 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable accommodations, very helpful staff"
United States
Alan
The price is ₩168,687
₩195,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
The River Inn
The Poppy King Premium with Tub and Personal Patio | View from room

10. The Poppy Georgetown

The Poppy Georgetown
4.0 star property
Georgetown, 2.3 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (589 reviews)
"The staff was super friendly "
United States
Mikkel
The price is ₩327,233
₩379,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
The Poppy Georgetown
Exterior

11. Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3.0 star property
Georgetown, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Very clean room , friendly staff . I enjoyed my stay very much !"
United States
Kathy
The price is ₩344,002
₩398,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lobby

12. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.
3.5 star property
2.5 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (638 reviews)
"Plenty of space for my large family and the complimentary breakfast was great."
United States
Mary
The price is ₩312,855
₩362,756 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.
Exterior

13. Hotel Lombardy

Hotel Lombardy
4.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,749 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, thank you!"
Canada
Melissa
The price is ₩180,061
₩208,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Hotel Lombardy
Exterior

14. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn
4.0 star property
Dupont Circle, 1.9 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (209 reviews)
"Check in was a breeze. The staff were friendly and helpful. The property is a beautifully converted mansion. An excellent breakfast was included in the price. A great place for a weekend getaway."
United States
David
The price is ₩354,970
₩411,594 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn
Lounge

15. The Darcy Hotel

The Darcy Hotel
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,702 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Lianny Hernandez
The price is ₩190,424
₩271,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
The Darcy Hotel
Bar (on property)

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

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
5.0 star property
2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (862 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, clean rooms, super accommodating hotel"
United States
Randall
The price is ₩703,837
₩816,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

17. The Georgetown Inn

The Georgetown Inn
4.5 star property
Georgetown, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay in Georgetown"
United States
Thomas
The price is ₩302,615
₩350,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
The Georgetown Inn
Exterior

18. The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel
2.5 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.9 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,040 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Arlynn
The price is ₩182,292
₩211,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Lobby

19. Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row
4.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (658 reviews)
"Exceptional stay with a wonderful management host, Brett."
United States
Imani
The price is ₩200,644
₩232,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row
Property amenity

20. AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown
4.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice , well situated hotel walking distance to restaurants, very clean"
United States
susan
The price is ₩194,527
₩225,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
AC Hotel by Marriott Washington DC Downtown
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Compare popular hotels close to Smithsonian's National Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Front of property
HighRoad Washington DC
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
706 reviews
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Restaurant
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
260 reviews
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Lobby
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
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Garden
Lyle Washington D.C.
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,663 reviews
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Top Smithsonian's National Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, comfy bed and good location."
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Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

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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 220 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 Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row.
How many hotels are there near Smithsonian's National Zoo?
Expedia has 220 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.
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What can I see and do near Smithsonian's National Zoo?
Smithsonian Institution, Washington Navy Yard, and Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens feature captivating exhibits. Sights like White House, Arlington National Cemetery, and Friends Meeting of Washington DC are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Lincoln Theater, Studio Theatre, and George Washington Lisner Auditorium.
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.