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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Kensington on Hotels.com. These Kensington hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on September 15, 2026.

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

Bethesda

CNY957

CNY1,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

Bethesda Downtown

CNY1,023

CNY1,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

3. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

Bethesda Downtown

CNY932

CNY1,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, cribs (free)

4. EVEN Hotel Rockville - Washington DC Area by IHG

Rockville

CNY705

CNY810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

5. William F. Bolger Center

Potomac

CNY1,053

CNY1,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

6. Cambria Hotel College Park

Berwyn

CNY900

CNY1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

7. Staybridge Suites Tysons - McLean by IHG

McLean

CNY919

CNY1,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

8. Holiday Inn Washington-College Pk (I-95) by IHG

College Park

CNY671

CNY758 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

9. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville

Gaithersburg

CNY679

CNY767 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

10. The Hotel at the University of Maryland

College Park

CNY1,141

CNY1,289 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

11. Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

Greenbelt

CNY664

CNY751 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

12. The Watermark Hotel

Tysons

CNY1,624

CNY1,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

13. The Westin Tysons Corner

Idylwood

CNY793

CNY911 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

14. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Arlington

CNY827

CNY945 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

15. Spark by Hilton Germantown Washington DC North

Germantown

CNY655

CNY740 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

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

Downtown Washington D.C.

CNY1,475

CNY1,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

17. Archer Hotel Tysons

Tysons

CNY1,078

CNY1,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Studio, One Queen Bed, Non-Smoking | Minibar

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA

Crystal City

CNY869

CNY993 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (2 Queen, 1 Person Sofa Bed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (No Pets) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

19. Comfort Inn Ballston

Ballston

CNY847

CNY967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

20. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

The Wharf

CNY1,181

CNY1,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Top landmarks in Kensington

Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center

Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central North Kensington, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center, you'll love National Museum of Health and Medicine and Brookside Gardens, both located nearby.

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White House, Walter E. Washington Convention Center, and Capital One Arena are some of the top attractions around Kensington.

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Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay. Staff was friendly property was clean and room was clean! Definitely recommend"

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

10/10 Excellent

"clean and accessible"

Hotel Washington

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and rooftop bar! Clean and comfortable"

Arlo Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel! Great location… would definitely stay again and the staff are so nice!"

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a very nice stay overall. There were a couple of minor issues with the safe and the AC being a little loud, but the staff responded quickly and resolved the problems without any hassle. We appreciated their prompt service and would definitely consider staying here again."

State Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, nice and central, very clean and we were upgraded 😎"

Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and a good location in DC."

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location. Room was very reasonably priced. Free coffee (decaf, too). I'll be back 100%"

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

8/10 Good

"A/c was not cool enough"

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Kensington?

You can find top hotels in Kensington from CNY621 with options to suit your budget and needs. To find an affordable hotel in Kensington that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com and sort hotels by "Price: low to high".

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Can I book Kensington hotels with free cancellation?

In order to book a refundable Kensington hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Most hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What are some popular hotels in central Kensington?

If you're looking for hotels in central Kensington, check out Courtyard by Marriott Bethesda/Chevy Chase and Canopy by Hilton Washington DC Bethesda North. Travelers love Courtyard by Marriott Bethesda/Chevy Chase for its location, as well as the seasonal outdoor pool, restaurant and bar/lounge this hotel offers. Canopy by Hilton Washington DC Bethesda North is another popular central hotel with a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Northwest and Northeast are some of the most central neighborhoods for your Kensington vacation.

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Kensington?

Guests like Washington Plaza Hotel, Moxy Washington DC Downtown and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC.

Can I book a refundable hotel in Kensington?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Kensington, most hotels provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

What will the weather in Kensington be like during my trip?

July and August are typically the warmest months in Kensington when the average temp is 75°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 38°F. July and June are the months with the most rain.

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