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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night near National Museum of Natural History on Hotels.com. These hotels close to National Museum of Natural History consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 3, 2026.

A spacious living room with two sofas, a chandelier, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering city views.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a potted plant.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

1. The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection

Southwest Federal Center, 1 km from National Museum of Natural History

Jonathan

CNY2,334

CNY2,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An outdoor dining area with a glass ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

The exterior of Arlo hotel in Washington DC with a modern design, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a brick wall, and a large window.

2. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.2 km from National Museum of Natural History

Lauren

CNY972

CNY1,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and purple chairs, a curved sofa, and a fireplace with a green rug.

A bar area with marble columns, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A spacious lobby with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, and a glass display case with flowers.

A long dining table set with white plates, silverware, and glassware, flanked by blue upholstered chairs.

3. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.7 km from National Museum of Natural History

Jeffrey

CNY1,708

CNY2,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, American flags, and a well-maintained garden.

A red upholstered chair, a round wooden table with a book and a lamp, and a tiled floor.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and candles on tables.

A warmly lit room with a fireplace, red upholstered furniture, and multiple lit candles on tables.

4. Hotel Lombardy

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.1 km from National Museum of Natural History

April

CNY839

CNY973 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

The Quincy Hotel with outdoor seating, a modern facade, and a clear sky.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a white countertop.

A lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee machine, and a large window with a view of the street.

5. The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2 km from National Museum of Natural History

TeAire

CNY996

CNY1,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop bar with wooden furniture, green bar stools, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern building with a large entrance, a sign reading "SIXTY", and a street lamp.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a table with drinks, and a view of city buildings at dusk.

A bar area with a checkered floor, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

6. SIXTY DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.4 km from National Museum of Natural History

Ann-Marie

CNY1,485

CNY1,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and an American flag.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple TVs, and a variety of bottles.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a large window with a city view.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white tiled walls and a few lounge chairs.

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

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from National Museum of Natural History

Ramatou

CNY1,352

CNY1,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a river with boats.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a water feature.

A modern building with a glass facade, outdoor seating area with tables and umbrellas, a small water feature, and a view of a body of water and greenery in the background.

8. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

The Wharf, 1.4 km from National Museum of Natural History

Rachel

CNY1,033

CNY1,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by chairs, overlooking a cityscape at night.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a built-in fireplace, and a large window.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass staircase, a reception desk, and a view of the cityscape.

9. Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf

The Wharf, 1.4 km from National Museum of Natural History

Richard

CNY1,186

CNY1,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

The exterior of Capitol Hill Hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance and a red bicycle parked outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central counter with a flat-screen TV, and a sofa in the background.

10. Capitol Hill Hotel

Capitol Hill, 2 km from National Museum of Natural History

Jaycee

CNY1,202

CNY1,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by white chairs and a table.

A bar area with a bartender serving a drink to a seated customer.

A group of people dining at a table with various dishes, drinks, and a neon sign in the background.

A person sitting on a couch with a camera, facing a large window with a view of a building with a tower.

11. Hotel Zena Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.6 km from National Museum of Natural History

Diana

CNY1,060

CNY1,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A poolside area with lounge chairs and tables, each with a bottle of water.

A spiral staircase with a black metal railing, leading to an upper floor.

A modern outdoor lounge area with a curved ceiling, a sectional sofa with orange cushions, a round table, and two lounge chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

12. Washington Plaza Hotel

Logan Circle, 1.7 km from National Museum of Natural History

Toni

CNY731

CNY848 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large digital display.

A pool area with a tiled edge, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

13. Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Southwest Federal Center, 1.1 km from National Museum of Natural History

Linda Mari

CNY1,308

CNY1,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A grand entrance with a glass canopy and gold doors, featuring the name 'The Mayflower'.

A grand hallway with chandeliers, polished floors, and framed artwork on the walls.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A bar area with a marble floor, bar stools, and shelves with bottles.

14. The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.9 km from National Museum of Natural History

Shannon

CNY1,080

CNY1,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A dining table with breakfast items, two laptops, and a coffee cup.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a large entrance, multiple windows, and flags.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a green armchair, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a dining area with a patterned wall and hanging lights.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Downtown

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.2 km from National Museum of Natural History

Zeidy

CNY1,020

CNY1,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern building interior with a spiral staircase, glass railings, and a large, abstract metal sculpture.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern bar area with high stools, a counter with bottles, and a seating area with a sofa and tables.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering city views.

16. Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1.4 km from National Museum of Natural History

Greg

CNY1,041

CNY1,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern lobby with a glass staircase, seating area, and decorative lighting.

A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a television screen.

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/Georgetown Area

2.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

Carl

CNY992

CNY1,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and yellow chairs. There is a reception desk with a black counter and a modern lamp.

A Starbucks café with seating, a display case with beverages, and a television in the background.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a bar area, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'W' sign, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

18. The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center

Downtown Washington D.C., 1.7 km from National Museum of Natural History

Jennifer

CNY1,261

CNY1,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A marble staircase with golden railings leading to an upper floor.

A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a potted plant.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and a mirror.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "HOTEL" above the doors.

19. The Architect

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

Luke

CNY654

CNY758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A building with a sign reading "MADERA" and a covered outdoor area with plants and a bench.

A round table set for dining with a white tablecloth, silverware, plates, and a vase with flowers.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table with a plant, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

20. Hotel Madera

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.5 km from National Museum of Natural History

leigh

CNY1,134

CNY1,541 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to National Museum of Natural History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,089 reviews	View
Arlo Washington DC	9.4 Exceptional 2,139 reviews	View
Riggs Washington DC	9.4 Exceptional 1,404 reviews	View
Hotel Lombardy	9.2 Wonderful 1,852 reviews	View
The Quincy, an Ascend Collection Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,140 reviews	View

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National Sculpture Garden

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hotels near National Museum of Natural History?

Guests love staying at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, which is a hotel near National Museum of Natural History.
Another highly rated hotel is Riggs Washington DC, which is 12 minutes away on foot.
The area has plenty to choose from with 7,853 lodging options including hotels and vacation rentals.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near National Museum of Natural History?

On Hotels.com, you can find a variety of room prices depending on when and where you plan to go. Take a look at what’s available during your travel dates, sort by price, and filter by your criteria to find the best option within your travel budget.

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What cheap hotels are close to National Museum of Natural History?

For an economical hotel close to National Museum of Natural History, consider Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG, which offers a seasonal outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, and a bar/lounge.
A second low-cost choice is Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC, which is a short drive away.

Can I find hotels close to National Museum of Natural History that are fully refundable?

Yes, there are many hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

Both Waldorf Astoria Washington DC and Riggs Washington DC are highly rated hotels near National Museum of Natural History that offer these rates.

What are the best romantic hotels near National Museum of Natural History?

If you are looking for a romantic stay, Waldorf Astoria Washington DC offers a restaurant, a spa, and a bar/lounge. It's steps from National Museum of Natural History.
Another great option is Riggs Washington DC, which is 12 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels close to National Museum of Natural History with free breakfast?

You can enjoy a free buffet breakfast at Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall, which is a 15-minute walk from National Museum of Natural History.
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located 18 minutes away on foot.

Which hotels near National Museum of Natural History have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with city views at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, which is steps from National Museum of Natural History.
Also recommended is Riggs Washington DC, which has rooms with city or courtyard views.

What are the best family hotels close to National Museum of Natural History?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC which offers free cribs, children's slippers, and a coffee shop/cafe. National Museum of Natural History is just steps away.
Also consider Riggs Washington DC as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near National Museum of Natural History?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, which is steps from National Museum of Natural History. This hotel features a restaurant called Sushi Nakazawa, and offers a full-service spa.
Another luxurious option is Riggs Washington DC, which is 12 minutes away on foot.

What are the best hotels near National Museum of Natural History with free parking?

If you're traveling by car, LRV at Tysons Corner offers free parking and you'll be a 33-minute drive from National Museum of Natural History.
Another property that offers free parking is DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Largo/Washington DC, which is 38 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near National Museum of Natural History with a pool?

If swimming is at the top of your list, Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf has a seasonal outdoor pool. National Museum of Natural History is an 11-minute walk from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is The Potomac Hotel, Autograph Collection.

What cheap motels can I book close to National Museum of Natural History?

To save on your stay near National Museum of Natural History, take a look at The Virginia Lodge, which offers free in-room WiFi.
Days Inn by Wyndham Alexandria South is another affordable motel to consider in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near National Museum of Natural History?

Browse the exhibits on display at National Museum of Natural History and then take in the top attractions like National Mall, White House, and Capital One Arena.
Other popular places in the area are Union Station Shopping Center, Smithsonian Institution, and Nationals Park.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to National Museum of Natural History?

Your pet companion can join you at Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, which is steps from National Museum of Natural History.
A second pet-friendly hotel is Riggs Washington DC. The hotel offers food and water bowls.

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