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A round table set with white teacups and saucers, a teapot, and a tray, surrounded by pink upholstered chairs.

A bar area with marble countertops and shelves of liquor bottles.

A grand lobby with a high ceiling, ornate black iron railings, a large patterned carpet, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

A luxurious living room with a white sofa, blue and gold accents, a glass coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

1. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

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

William James

P50,666

P58,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.

A grand entrance with a glass dome ceiling, ornate metal gates, and a checkered floor.

A woman sitting on a chair in a lobby with a checkered floor, reading a newspaper.

A dining table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a gift box, viewed through a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tall monument.

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.4 km from National Children’s Museum

andrew

P29,605

P34,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

1.2 km from National Children’s Museum

Bhim

P9,700

P11,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a large circular bar counter, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a long dining area with tables set for guests, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, including a sofa and a round table with drinks and a lantern.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large window offering a city view.

4. Conrad Washington, DC

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

David

P24,948

P28,928 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern lobby with seating, a large abstract painting, and a view into the dining area.

A modern outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a service cart, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

5. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 1.3 km from National Children’s Museum

Drew

P10,704

P12,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

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

A building facade with a 'MINT HOUSE' sign, large glass doors, and a fire hydrant.

A neatly made bed with white linens in a modern room with a wooden headboard, a large abstract painting above the bed, and a window with blinds.

6. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

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

Dawn

P14,331

P16,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

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

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

7. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

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

Gary

P26,503

P33,273 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and hanging floral decorations.

A modern lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a staircase.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a large window with a city view.

A table set for dining with chairs, a view of a cityscape, and a flag.

8. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1.7 km from National Children’s Museum

deborah

P10,150

P14,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern interior with exposed brick walls, a black reception desk, and directional signage for amenities like food, restrooms, and a hive bar.

A modern bar area with stools, tables, and a counter.

A staircase with a brick wall, metal railing, and potted plants.

A hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a central entrance with a decorative archway and a sign above it.

9. Hotel Hive

Foggy Bottom, 1.7 km from National Children’s Museum

Catherine

P7,147

P8,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

10. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.3 km from National Children’s Museum

Katherine

P8,031

P11,854 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a water feature.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a green upholstered headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair by the window.

A modern room with two grey sofas, a round coffee table, and a wooden floor.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, glass partitions, and a view of the outdoors.

11. ROOST White House

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

Stephanie

P15,601

P18,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

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

12. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.6 km from National Children’s Museum

Chance

P15,940

P21,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and various bottles and glasses.

A bar with multiple beer taps and a variety of liquor bottles.

A lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, framed artwork, and a door labeled "The O'Blinor."

A spacious lobby with a piano, comfortable seating, and a large window with curtains.

13. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.8 km from National Children’s Museum

Mary

P9,494

P13,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A multi-level atrium with open spaces, seating areas, and a central staircase.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple TVs, and rows of teal chairs.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the upper floors.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen displaying news.

14. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

2.2 km from National Children’s Museum

Cassey

P12,124

P14,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern bar area with leather seating, a chandelier, and a well-stocked liquor display.

A modern living room with a fireplace, dark walls, and a geometric patterned floor.

A modern, well-lit room with a sofa, chairs, and ottomans arranged for relaxation.

A modern bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a wine rack.

15. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

2 km from National Children’s Museum

Christian

P29,977

P34,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a fireplace and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern restaurant with leather seating, dining tables set with white tableware, and hanging spherical chandeliers.

An outdoor cafe with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and a covered area with a metal frame and hanging lights.

16. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.1 km from National Children’s Museum

Esmeralda

P13,615

P15,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern restaurant with large windows, wooden tables, and cushioned chairs.

A modern office space with a large window overlooking a river and cityscape, a desk with a lamp, and a view of adjacent buildings.

An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, large windows, and hanging lamps.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a glass railing, and a view of the outdoors.

17. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

The Wharf, 1.7 km from National Children’s Museum

Kyke

P17,982

P23,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a bar area in the background.

A reception desk with three cushioned seating areas and a decorative floral arrangement on the wall behind.

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and tables.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a large chandelier.

18. The Darcy Hotel

Dupont Circle, 1.6 km from National Children’s Museum

Jephthahlyn

P7,942

P11,401 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the pool area.

A lobby with a modern ceiling design, a reception desk, and two individuals with luggage.

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

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, a lamp, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

19. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Southwest Federal Center, 1.2 km from National Children’s Museum

Lindsay

P11,766

P13,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern building with a large illuminated sign reading "Calvin" and a neon "ON AIR" sign.

A modern interior with tiered hanging lamps, seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

An outdoor patio with seating, potted plants, and a building with large windows in the background.

A yoga studio with wooden flooring, black yoga mats, and a wall of green plants.

20. Eaton DC

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

Aziza

P8,399

P12,279 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Waldorf Astoria Washington DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Morrison Clark Historic Inn	9.6 Exceptional 2,388 reviews	View
Conrad Washington, DC	9.6 Exceptional 877 reviews	View
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 341 reviews	View

Top National Children’s Museum Hotel Reviews

State Plaza Hotel

8/10 Good

"Quiet , convenient to PAHO HQ and walking distance to several sights"

The Westin DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice. Bed was extremely comfortable. Hotel & amenities were top tier."

Arlo Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it here"

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Everything you could hope for"

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"First class best location"

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

Old Post Office Pavilion

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Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

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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

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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.

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. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

4. Conrad Washington, DC

5. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

6. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

7. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

8. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

9. Hotel Hive

10. Arlo Washington DC

11. ROOST White House

12. Riggs Washington DC

13. Phoenix Park Hotel

14. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

15. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

16. The Dupont Circle Hotel

17. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG

18. The Darcy Hotel

19. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

20. Eaton DC

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Top National Children’s Museum Hotel Reviews

State Plaza Hotel

The Westin DC Downtown

Arlo Washington DC

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Waldorf Astoria 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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