Columbia Heights Travel Guide
Washington
Visit Columbia Heights
Stay near popular Columbia Heights attractions
Things to do
Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
US Capitol "Big 3" Highlights with Reserved Entry
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
Washington DC Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Walking Tour
Skip-the-Line Washington Monument Tickets + Self Guidebook
Top hotels in Columbia Heights
Washington Plaza Hotel
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
"Great location, clean and cozy rooms, and friendly staff. The hotel restaurant serves delicious food."
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
"The staff was plesant ,accomindating and helpful and when our reservations were not found , an error on your part by the way. We were on the phone with Expedia for about 5 hours, in the lobby trying to rectify the situation. The front desk was there when we needed their support. The locaton was ideal ..."
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"The staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was super comfortable and my husband really enjoyed his breakfast, he said he liked how his eggs were cooked. I like that it is an older hotel and as such has its charm. I like that it didn’t feel like a chain. In the past we stayed at the Hyatt nearby, ..."
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG
"In vicinity of the Convention Center, the area around also looked quite safe. Well maintained clean rooms and quiet corridors. Some street noise if you have a street/city view room, but bearable. Enjoyed the included breakfast, too. Great place to stay overall!!"
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2026
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
Where to stay in Columbia Heights
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 National Museum of Women in the Arts, 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 Capital One Arena, 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 Washington Harbour or Dumbarton Oaks.
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.
