Upper Northwest Travel Guide
Washington
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Popular places to visit
Washington National Cathedral
Washington National Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.
Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens
You can browse the exhibits at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
National Mall
National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
United States Capitol
United States Capitol is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's entertainment choices and notable monuments.
Top hotels in Upper Northwest
Glover Park - Georgetown
The hotel was quite nice, however, the staff at the front desk, not so much. Whomever checked us in was wonderful; warm, friendly and personable. The lady who checked us out...would be an awesome front desk receptionist at the IRS or maybe an abortion clinic. She had the personality of a kidney stone, ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
The room was clean, staff was excellent, the kids love the bounce houses and games
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Washington Plaza Hotel
Other than providing if and credit card, everything went smoothly
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
The hotel had four elevators that made it easy to get up or down The QR code on the room card wasn’t easy to get accepted to go to a particular floor
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Most staff was great. The managers weren’t as welcoming. Hotel is fine but it didn’t feel like a Hilton Hotel. Felt a little dated. You could tell the carpets weren’t super clean. The color helped hid dirt and stains. Also, the AC didn’t work well.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Salamander Washington DC
Great staff, loved the room. Especially liked the drop offs in the car.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Northwest
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 Institution, 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 Embassy Row.
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.
Foggy Bottom
Important monuments a university vibe and top sights from Potomac River to Chesapeake and Ohio Canal – discover Foggy Bottom, a destination also famous for its historic sites.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
Upper Northwest Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Upper Northwest by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Washington neighborhoods
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- Chevy Chase Pavilion Shopping Center
- Hillwood Estate
- University of the District of Columbia
- Embassy of the United Kingdom
- Embassy of Switzerland
- Washington Doll's House and Toy Museum
- Wesley Theological Seminary
- Bender Arena
- Foxhall Square
- Embassy of New Zealand
- Chevy Chase Lake Shopping Center
- Chevy Chase Recreation Center
- Soapstone Valley Park
- Fort Reno Park
- Peirce Mill
- Lafayette Recreation Center
- Bryce Park
- Hearst Recreation Center
- Abner Cloud House
- Rock Creek Trail Exercise Course
Hotels Near Upper Northwest, Washington
- Georgetown Hotels
- Northwest Hotels
- Woodley Park Hotels
- Cleveland Park Hotels
- Glover Park Hotels
- Chevy Chase Hotels
- Friendship Heights Hotels
- Mount Pleasant Hotels
- Cathedral Heights Hotels
- Forest Hills Hotels
- Lanier Heights Hotels
- Tenleytown Hotels
- Burleith - Hillandale Hotels
- North Cleveland Park Hotels
- American University Park Hotels
- Spring Valley Hotels
- Foxhall Village Hotels
- Van Ness Hotels
- The Palisades Hotels
- Wesley Heights Hotels
