What is Southwest like?

Southwest is a welcoming neighborhood known for its notable monuments and top museums. Be sure to check out Fort Lesley J McNair and Audi Field as part of your Southwest travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Southwest?

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

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Southwest area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Washington, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 106 Southwest hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Southwest.

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

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Southwest, click here .

What are the top things to see and do in Southwest?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Southwest, consider The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf, L'Enfant Plaza, and Atlantic Shopping Center, and pick out the perfect souvenir. Fort Lesley J McNair and Audi Field are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Favorite places to visit in the surrounding area include White House, Capital One Arena, and Union Station Shopping Center. Titanic Memorial and East Potomac Golf Course are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Washington.

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

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

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A modern bar with vibrant green and red chairs, a long counter, and a view of the Capitol building.

1. citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Southwest

Jeff

₩225,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a river with boats.

2. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

Southwest

Nicole

₩269,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

3. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest

Mikhail

₩601,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall.

4. Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Southwest

Kyle

₩310,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a cozy seating area, a bed with striped bedding, and a wall-mounted lamp.

5. Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront

Southwest

Rajarshi

₩273,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by chairs, overlooking a cityscape at night.

6. Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf

Southwest

Tiffany

₩323,555 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

7. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Southwest

Lindsay

₩295,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

Southwest

Kyke

₩532,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A rooftop pool area with multiple seating arrangements, a swimming pool, and a view of surrounding buildings.

9. Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Southwest

Rachel

₩263,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern conference room with a long table, several chairs, and a fruit bowl.

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall

Southwest

Casey

₩344,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a waterfront view.

11. Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

Southwest

Anne

₩678,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A poolside area with lounge chairs and tables, each with a bottle of water.

12. Washington Plaza Hotel

Logan Circle, 4.2 km from Southwest

Zachariah

₩171,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and an American flag.

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

Downtown Washington D.C., 3.8 km from Southwest

Sara

₩317,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a checkered floor pattern. There are seating areas with armchairs and a sofa, and a staircase in the background.

14. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

4.1 km from Southwest

Jerry

₩195,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A modern bar area with a marble column, wooden bar stools, and a long counter.

15. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 3.9 km from Southwest

Jason

₩292,347 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

16. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Mount Vernon Square, 4 km from Southwest

Bhim

₩248,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

The exterior of the State Plaza Hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a landscaped entrance area with potted plants and a metal railing.

17. State Plaza Hotel

Foggy Bottom, 3.7 km from Southwest

Timothy

₩187,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

The exterior of Capitol Hill Hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance and a red bicycle parked outside.

18. Capitol Hill Hotel

Capitol Hill, 2.7 km from Southwest

John

₩281,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden ceiling, hanging spherical light fixtures, and a staircase.

19. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

3.5 km from Southwest

James

₩172,378 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.

20. Hotel Hive

Foggy Bottom, 3.8 km from Southwest

Catherine

₩221,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels in Southwest

Property	Property class	Guest rating
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,229 reviews	View
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,089 reviews	View
Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 516 reviews	View
citizenM Washington DC Capitol	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 3,408 reviews	View
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 2,212 reviews	View

Where to stay in Southwest

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

The United States Capitol building with classical architecture, including columns and detailed sculptures.

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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The George Washington Masonic National Memorial with a large Masonic symbol, a statue, and a grand building with columns.

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 Hotel Reviews

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff easy check in, beautiful lobby, nice room, construction zone outside but never heard any actual noise work being done."

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"This hotels delivers consistently good value. Beds are comfortable (not soft), bathrooms are clean and water is hot, and coffee maker in room is great, plus lounge on 2nd floor. Good location also. Suggest requesting a higher floor as neighborhood can get noisy."

Washington Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"This was a great, reasonably priced hotel with underground parking for our DC visit. The staff was friendly, especially in the dining room. We stopped for a drink most evenings and enjoyed the bar and waitstaff's camaraderie; they remembered us, the couple on a last-minute vacation, even though a corporate event took over the place for a few days. We ate dinner there a few times and found the traditional pub-food menu perfect after a long day of nonstop walking and my unwillingness to take another step (20,000+ steps each day). Breakfast offerings were good, though they poured only half a cup of coffee, which didn't satisfy the first cup of the day. We didn't use the pool area, as the weather was cool and rainy, though it looked like a nice place to relax if the weather had been nice. It was an easy walk down 14th Street to the McPherson Metro station, which we used to get around the city every day. (Stop at the Brown Bag for breakfast and coffee). And local restaurants were easy to access, with a few only 5 minutes down the street. There was much to enjoy in DC, and our home base at the Washington Plaza Hotel was a great location and a pleasant experience."

InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"My wife and I have stayed at several InterContinental properties, and our recent stay at your hotel was by far one of the best experiences we have had. What made our visit truly exceptional was your staff. Everyone was remarkably attentive and consistently ensured all of our needs were met."

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Our top choices for Southwest hotels

1. citizenM Washington DC Capitol

2. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

3. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

4. Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

5. Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront

6. Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf

7. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

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

9. Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall

11. Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

12. Washington Plaza Hotel

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

14. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

15. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

16. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

17. State Plaza Hotel

18. Capitol Hill Hotel

19. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

20. Hotel Hive

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