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

A restaurant with yellow chairs and tables, a patterned floor, and an exit sign.

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

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

1. Washington Plaza Hotel

Logan Circle, 1.3 km from National Children’s Museum

Barbara

SAR 360

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 modern living room with a large sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, large windows with a view of the cityscape, and a balcony with a view of the Capitol building.

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

2. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.3 km from National Children’s Museum

Terry

SAR 536

SAR 776 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A rooftop dining area with a long table set for a meal, potted plants, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a comfortable sofa, a coffee table, and two armchairs.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a modern chandelier, and a central seating area with sofas and tables.

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

3. JW Marriott Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.3 km from National Children’s Museum

Vidhi

SAR 871

SAR 1,162 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, elegant seating, and classical architecture.

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

A long dining table set with white plates, gold accents, and surrounded by white flowers and candles.

A rooftop dining area with tables and chairs, a city view, and the Washington Monument in the background.

4. Hotel Washington

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.4 km from National Children’s Museum

ajamu

SAR 826

SAR 1,140 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern bar with vibrant green and red chairs, a long counter, and a view of the Capitol building.

A bar area with a neon sign reading "SUSHI BY BOU", red chairs, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the Capitol building, and a modern glass building in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, red sofas, a bookshelf filled with various items, and a large painting above the fireplace.

5. citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Southwest Federal Center, 1.5 km from National Children’s Museum

Dawn

SAR 537

SAR 622 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern bar area with a marble column, wooden bar stools, and a long counter.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a view of the city, and a covered area with a railing.

A large, multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent arched entrance and multiple balconies.

A hallway with 'THE SCHUYLER' illuminated at the end, wooden flooring, and modern lighting.

6. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 1 km from National Children’s Museum

Jason

SAR 559

SAR 764 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A luxurious hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a dresser, and a chandelier.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles and a view of greenery outside.

A spacious living room with a chandelier, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with blue curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a minibar, and a glass wall with a view.

7. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.2 km from National Children’s Museum

Michael

SAR 3,038

SAR 3,523 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "MOTTO" and a number "627" above the door.

A rooftop terrace with a table and blue stools, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a large shelf of liquor bottles, and blue bar stools.

A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise balls.

8. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

1 km from National Children’s Museum

Tara

SAR 418

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A grand hallway with a patterned floor, ornate ceiling, and classical architecture.

A grand hall with ornate chandeliers, marble columns, and a patterned floor.

A luxurious lobby with ornate ceiling designs, a patterned carpet, and classic furniture.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a building with striped awnings.

9. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.3 km from National Children’s Museum

Irina

SAR 1,306

SAR 1,667 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books and a vase.

A modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a spacious seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase with a glass railing.

10. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

1.2 km from National Children’s Museum

Erika

SAR 591

SAR 685 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

The Grand Hyatt hotel entrance with a prominent arched glass canopy, large potted trees, and flags.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and multiple balconies.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern lighting, and a central seating area with sofas and armchairs.

11. Grand Hyatt Washington

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from National Children’s Museum

Dina

SAR 758

SAR 1,010 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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 room with a red sofa, two round tables, and a red lamp.

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

12. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.6 km from National Children’s Museum

Chance

SAR 956

SAR 1,282 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a television.

A dimly lit bar area with tables and chairs, illuminated by blue ambient lighting and decorative light trees.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a side table.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a large screen displaying 'Spirited Classics', and a bar area in the background.

13. Washington Marriott at Metro Center

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.6 km from National Children’s Museum

Ingrid

SAR 619

SAR 849 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted picture.

A conference room with a long table, white chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a patterned carpet.

A bar area with multiple stools, a counter with a TV, and shelves stocked with bottles.

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

14. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Downtown

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.7 km from National Children’s Museum

Matthew

SAR 587

SAR 681 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel with a modern glass facade, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of trees and buildings.

A hotel room with a sofa, a table, a lamp, a TV, and a view of the city.

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

Downtown Washington D.C., 0.9 km from National Children’s Museum

Sara

SAR 705

SAR 817 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

Outdoor seating with wicker chairs and tables, blue awnings, and hanging lights.

A hotel lobby with a teal upholstered sofa, patterned carpet, chandeliers, and a modern elevator.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two receptionists, a teal upholstered sofa, and a patterned carpet.

16. Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 0.7 km from National Children’s Museum

ROBERTO

SAR 909

SAR 1,204 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A person sitting on a leather couch with a magazine, a vase of flowers, and a wooden cabinet in the background.

A person sitting at a desk with a laptop in a modern room with a bed, a window, and a lamp.

A building with a sign reading '839 CLUB QUARTERS' and a flag hanging from the building.

A person sitting on a leather sofa in a room with a patterned rug, a vase with flowers, and a wooden cabinet.

17. Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.1 km from National Children’s Museum

Hayg

SAR 672

SAR 779 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, large umbrellas, and string lights.

A black dog sitting on a sidewalk in front of a building with a 'moosy' sign.

A modern interior with a large wall mural, a curved sofa, and hanging light fixtures.

A multi-story building with a prominent pink neon sign, brick facade, and a modern glass building adjacent to it.

18. Moxy Washington DC Downtown

Downtown Washington D.C., 1 km from National Children’s Museum

ivana

SAR 503

SAR 583 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A rooftop pool area with multiple seating arrangements, a swimming pool, and a view of surrounding buildings.

An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and blue umbrellas, surrounded by planters with greenery.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple screens displaying sports, a variety of liquor bottles, and a seating area with cushioned chairs.

A modern restaurant interior with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mix of booth and table seating.

19. Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Southwest Federal Center, 1.3 km from National Children’s Museum

darren

SAR 604

SAR 701 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

The exterior of the State Plaza Hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a landscaped entrance area with potted plants and a metal railing.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, two sofas, and a large potted plant.

A reception area with a green bench, a wall-mounted hexagonal mirror pattern, a wall sconce, and a wall of green floral decorations.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar in the background, and a brick wall.

20. State Plaza Hotel

Foggy Bottom, 1.5 km from National Children’s Museum

Karina

SAR 447

SAR 518 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top National Children’s Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

8/10 Good

"The bar was closed upstairs until our last night. It great food options close."

Arlo Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"my stay at the Arlo was extraordinarily easy ,comfortable, clean , modernized... the staff are knowledgeable , friendly, happy amazing helpful! Come be a part of it all!"

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Practical water station"

The Westin DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Conrad Washington, DC

10/10 Excellent

"I had a great stay here! At first, I was concerned that it was going to be noisy because my room was off of the central atrium, but it was not. My room was a nice size, and having a desk I could work at was great. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!"

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A city square with a large central plaza, historic buildings, and flags.

Freedom Plaza

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A large historic building with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by autumn trees and busy traffic.

Old Post Office Pavilion

You can learn about the history of Washington when you stop by Old Post Office Pavilion. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.

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Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

Learn about the events happening at Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center during your trip to Washington. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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John A. Wilson Building

After visiting John A. Wilson Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Discover the area's fascinating museums and notable monuments.

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Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within Chinatown or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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National Theatre

9.6/10 (8 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at National Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Warner Theatre

10.0/10 (12 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Warner Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and notable monuments.

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White House Visitor Center

White House Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Children's Museum?

National Children's Museum 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, check out the 349 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to National Children's Museum?

Adjacent to National Children's Museum, Hotel Washington is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good choices close by include Washington Plaza Hotel and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC.

How many hotels can I expect to find near National Children's Museum?

Expedia has 349 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from National Children's Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Children's Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near National Children's Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near National Children's Museum?

For more information about updating your stay near National Children's Museum or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near National Children's Museum?

National Museum of American History, National Museum of African American History and Culture, and National Museum of Natural History feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. White House, Old Post Office Pavilion, and St. John's Church are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can watch performances at National Theatre, Warner Theatre, and Ford's Theater if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to National Children's Museum?

Walk to nearby metro stations like McPherson Sq. Station, Center Station, and Farragut West Station. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for National Children’s Museum hotels

1. Washington Plaza Hotel

2. Arlo Washington DC

3. JW Marriott Washington DC

4. Hotel Washington

5. citizenM Washington DC Capitol

6. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

7. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

8. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

9. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

10. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

11. Grand Hyatt Washington

12. Riggs Washington DC

13. Washington Marriott at Metro Center

14. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Downtown

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

16. Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square

17. Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

18. Moxy Washington DC Downtown

19. Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

20. State Plaza Hotel

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Top National Children’s Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

Arlo Washington DC

Club Quarters Hotel White House, Washington DC

The Westin DC Downtown

Conrad Washington, DC

Other attractions near National Children’s Museum

Freedom Plaza

Old Post Office Pavilion

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

John A. Wilson Building

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

National Theatre

Warner Theatre

White House Visitor Center

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