West End Travel Guide
Alexandria
Visit West End
Things to do
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Washington, D.C. Day Trip with Transportation from NYC
Top hotels in West End
Washington Plaza Hotel
"I love the pool great courtyard great staff"
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
Hotel Lombardy
"A beautiful treasure in downtown DC! Absolutely loved it!"
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
State Plaza Hotel
"They should get vending machines."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
"Great location and the staff was excellent. Thank you for a wonderful stay."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
Arlo Washington DC
"The property was clean, sleek and modern. The staff was helpful and it was easy to get around."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"The hotel is operated with little staff and they do not hesitate to vocalize of their tiresome of guest needs. After checking in, my room had a leak from the shower and reported it to the front desk. “What do you want me to do about it?” Was the response. Alerting maintenance was a suggestion, and ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026
Where to stay in West End
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like The Little Theatre of Alexandria and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.
Old Town West
While you're in Old Town West, take in top sights like Alexandria Black History Museum and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.
National Landing
While you're in National Landing, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City or Lucky Strike Arlington, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Crystal City Station or Potomac Yard Station.
Potomac West
While you're in Potomac West, take in top sights like Mt Vernon Ave and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Quadrant
Southwest Quadrant might not have many top sights, but The Little Theatre of Alexandria and United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
