Ballston Travel Guide
Washington
Visit Ballston
Stay near popular Ballston attractions
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Top hotels in Ballston
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Super friendly and professional staff. Clean rooms! Thank you for the junior suite upgrade! My husband and I will be back!!"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Hotel Lombardy
"Excellent hotel, thank you!"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Club Quarters Hotel in Washington DC
"Hotel staff was nice. Hotel was in a great location. Hotel was clean. Free coffee and tea. No parking or restraurant. Expedia said it had parking on the premises and a restaurant., which it did not!!! Had to park down the street and walk with suitcases up hill. No food at hotel. Price was right ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Moxy Washington DC Downtown
"Hotel great! Rooms were on the small side but we knew that going in. Whenever there were things that needed to be cleaned around the property they were promptly dealt with. Overall good experience."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Where to stay in Ballston
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 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.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and United States Capitol, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
