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Lunch and dinner served, sushi
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Everything was great "
United States
jeremy michael
The price is 14.994.365 ₫
17.385.966 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
3 restaurants, breakfast served
The Jefferson, Washington, DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (990)
"Wonderful staff"
United States
Bridget
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, rooftop bar
Conrad Washington, DC

Conrad Washington, DC

Conrad Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (781)
"Nice service, clean hotel, and great location!"
United States
Mijung
The price is 8.929.480 ₫
10.353.616 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Conrad Washington, DC
Rooftop pool
ROOST White House

ROOST White House

ROOST White House
2.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"Everything was amazing, beautiful building. "
United States
Cameron
The price is 4.127.071 ₫
4.785.339 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
ROOST White House
Meeting facility
Mint House Washington D.C. - Downtown

Mint House Washington D.C. - Downtown

Mint House Washington D.C. - Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (83)
"friendly staff, nice big clean room, comfy bed!"
United States
Sara
The price is 3.817.705 ₫
4.426.629 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Mint House Washington D.C. - Downtown
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds
Riggs Washington DC

Riggs Washington DC

Riggs Washington DC
5.0 star property
Penn Quarter, 0.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1438)
"Staff was very welcoming. Nice room. Great location. Food at the restaurant was also excellent. "
United States
Maria
The price is 3.817.939 ₫
5.648.039 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Riggs Washington DC
Dining
Phoenix Park Hotel

Phoenix Park Hotel

Phoenix Park Hotel
3.5 star property
Northwest, 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2253)
"Great rooms , excellent staff and good service "
United States
Amey
The price is 2.927.785 ₫
4.237.294 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Phoenix Park Hotel
Courtyard
Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Morrison Clark Historic Inn
4.0 star property
Mount Vernon Square, 1.4 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1933)
"Great stay at a historic inn. "
United States
Steve
The price is 2.582.875 ₫
2.994.844 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Morrison Clark Historic Inn
Lobby
The Hay-Adams

The Hay-Adams

The Hay-Adams
5.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.6 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (895)
"Fabulous hotel! "
United States
Sam Kellett
The price is 15.771.071 ₫
18.286.544 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Hay-Adams
Exterior
Salamander Washington DC

Salamander Washington DC

Salamander Washington DC
5.0 star property
Southwest Federal Center, 1.1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1039)
"Great stay, great location and love the spa"
United States
Stephanie
The price is 6.992.193 ₫
9.175.920 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Salamander Washington DC
Lobby
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
4.5 star property
Northwest, 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1202)
"Across the board the hotel was great!"
United States
Shawn
The price is 2.948.848 ₫
4.395.995 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill
Front of property – evening/night
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
5.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great historic hotel with large rooms "
United States
Kenneth
The price is 8.609.583 ₫
11.051.243 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG
Restaurant
Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC

Arlo Washington DC
4.0 star property
Northwest, 0.9 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1180)
"Hotel was very clean and well kept! I would stay here again! "
United States
sidney
The price is 2.488.090 ₫
3.966.536 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Arlo Washington DC
Terrace/patio
Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
3.0 star property
Mount Vernon Square, 1.4 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1125)
"So clean and beds were super comfortable. "
United States
Jennifer
The price is 2.158.978 ₫
2.503.335 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
Exterior
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
3.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2055)
"Wonderful location and hotel "
United States
Valeria
The price is 3.559.681 ₫
4.127.450 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Exterior
Eaton DC

Eaton DC

Eaton DC
4.5 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 1.3 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1430)
"Clean rooms, very modern amenities. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay here again "
United States
Solomon
The price is 3.056.797 ₫
4.612.787 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Eaton DC
Outdoor banquet area
Viceroy Washington DC

Viceroy Washington DC

Viceroy Washington DC
4.5 star property
Logan Circle, 2.1 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1045)
"Terrific hotel and location"
United States
Thomas Ashley
The price is 4.449.601 ₫
6.227.744 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Viceroy Washington DC
3 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, cocktail bar
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
3.5 star property
0.9 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1774)
"Great location and a fantastic hotel."
United States
Shawn
The price is 2.209.793 ₫
2.562.255 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
2 restaurants, dinner served, Japanese cuisine
citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
4.0 star property
Southwest Federal Center, 0.9 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3023)
"Great area to be close to attractions and Dining Options."
United States
Kelly
The price is 2.343.281 ₫
2.717.034 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Le Meridien Washington, D.C., The Madison

Le Meridien Washington, D.C., The Madison

Le Meridien Washington, D.C., The Madison
4.5 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.8 km from Smithsonian Institution
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1510)
"The staff and hotel are always top notch. My family and I had a great stay."
United States
PAUL E
The price is 2.501.255 ₫
3.815.928 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Le Meridien Washington, D.C., The Madison
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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What's the area like around Smithsonian Institution?
Smithsonian Institution is located in a historic area of Washington known for its notable monuments and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 330 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
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What can I see and do near Smithsonian Institution?
National Gallery of Art, National Museum of Natural History and Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden feature captivating exhibits. While you're exploring, swing by White House, Old Post Office Pavilion and National Building Museum to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Ford's Theater, Warner Theatre and National Theatre.
How can I get to Smithsonian Institution?
Nearby metro stations include Cleveland Park Station, Van Ness-UDC Station and Woodley Park-Zoo Station. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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