West End Travel Guide
Washington
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Stay near popular West End attractions
Things to do
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
Top hotels in West End
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
"Nice place to stay"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/Georgetown Area
"Elevator kept getting stuck family members were stuck on the elevator for almost an hour"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Hyatt Place Washington DC/Georgetown/West End
"I stayed for a week and had a great experience. The hotel room was cleaned, staff helpful in setting up the sofa bed, and also used the gym, which was also very clean. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Location great staff amazing however housekeeping needs to be sure to clean the tubs and not wipe them. Where was plenty of hair in the tub from whoever booked before my arrival"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
State Plaza Hotel
"super hotel- clean rooms, comfy beds. I like the kitchenette with full size refrigerator in the rooms that I’ve had in this hotel. With my most recent stay, I was upgraded to a suite and it was very nice! Wish I could have stayed longer. Great location, as I was visiting g a family member who is ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
"Pros: - convenient location - big rooms - can’t hear the hallways or other rooms - amenities Cons: - pillows are awful - they didn’t have any sheets for the crib or a pack and play - room had weird odor and generally old like shower needed a deep scrub and a new coat of paint kind of thing - hotel ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Where to stay in West End
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. 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.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
