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A grand hotel atrium with a high glass ceiling, multiple floors, and an American flag.

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.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

A round table set with fine china and teapots, surrounded by plush chairs, in an outdoor setting with cherry blossoms and a classical building in the background.

1. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

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

Jeffrey

NT$20,095

NT$23,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A building with a stone facade, a large tree, and a flag.

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

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative archway.

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

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

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

andrew

NT$15,257

NT$17,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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

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

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

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

Mount Vernon Square, 1.2 km from National Children’s Museum

Erika

NT$3,198

NT$3,708 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a view of the city.

4. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

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

Maria

NT$3,984

NT$4,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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.

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

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.

5. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

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

Kristian

NT$4,858

NT$5,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A grand lobby with marble columns, ornate chandeliers, and a large floral arrangement.

A grand hotel entrance with a marquee sign, large columns, and a symmetrical facade.

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

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

6. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

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

jonathan

NT$11,052

NT$14,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, table, and umbrella, overlooking a modern building with a distinctive spire.

A modern hotel dining area with a marble bar, seating, and large windows.

A close-up of a room's ceiling with a textured, mesh-like material.

7. Conrad Washington, DC

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

Rita

NT$11,055

NT$12,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A grand building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a red door. Flags are displayed on the building's facade.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a nightstand with lamps.

A grand lobby with high ceilings, ornate wood paneling, and a large floral arrangement.

A balcony with a view of the Washington Monument and the White House.

8. The Hay-Adams

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 0.9 km from National Children’s Museum

Andrew

NT$16,920

NT$19,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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.

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.

9. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 1.3 km from National Children’s Museum

Karaboon

NT$3,321

NT$5,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern hotel room with a glass dining table, black upholstered chairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a city view.

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

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

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

10. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 1.8 km from National Children’s Museum

David

NT$3,776

NT$5,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a decorative ceiling.

11. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 1.7 km from National Children’s Museum

deborah

NT$4,206

NT$6,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A cyclist riding down a tree-lined street with parked cars on both sides.

A person in a white bathrobe sitting on a bed with a tray of breakfast and a glass of orange juice.

A modern building with a courtyard featuring trees and a variety of flowers.

A tree-lined sidewalk with parked cars, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

12. The River Inn

Foggy Bottom, 2.2 km from National Children’s Museum

charles

NT$3,719

NT$4,312 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamp, and a view through a large window.

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

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

13. ROOST White House

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

Stephanie

NT$5,839

NT$6,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

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

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

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

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

Vanessa

NT$6,771

NT$7,850 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A balcony with a view of city buildings, a wooden chair, a cushioned chair, and a small table with a cup.

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

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, recessed lighting, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

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

15. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.1 km from National Children’s Museum

Scott

NT$6,545

NT$7,589 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A person holding a drink with a slice of fruit, sitting on a deck with a view of a marina and boats.

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table with a book.

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

The Wharf, 1.7 km from National Children’s Museum

Albert

NT$8,313

NT$10,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

17. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 0.6 km from National Children’s Museum

Jeffrey A.

NT$7,570

NT$10,289 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, planters with flowers, and a brick building in the background.

A modern dining room with a dark wooden table, white upholstered chairs, a decorative bowl, and a large potted plant.

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

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

2 km from National Children’s Museum

Christian

NT$15,616

NT$18,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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

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

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

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

NT$4,518

NT$5,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel with a modern facade, a flag, and signage for 'Embassy Suites by Hilton'.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a brick accent wall.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a television mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed area.

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

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

Sara

NT$4,678

NT$5,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Top National Children’s Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Bri is an amazing employee!"

Arlo Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was in a great location! Felt safe, plenty of food/drink options outside of the hotel, and aesthetically pleasing. The staff was welcoming and very helpful. The room itself was such a great size and the beds were comfy. No complaints! My new go to hotel anytime I’m in DC"

Hotel Washington

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was excellent"

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"Great property with lots of amenities. Rooms are small but very modern and clean, with everything being controlled from an I pad. I enjoyed my 3 night stay here."

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

8/10 Good

"Clean room"

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for fun time very convenient"

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous location and will definitely return there !!"

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

8/10 Good

"Convenient location and helpful staff. My shower did not function when I arrived (no water at all!). That was inconvenient for much of the early part of my stay."

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

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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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John A. Wilson Building

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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. Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

2. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

3. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

4. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

5. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

6. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG

7. Conrad Washington, DC

8. The Hay-Adams

9. Arlo Washington DC

10. Phoenix Park Hotel

11. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

12. The River Inn

13. ROOST White House

14. Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

15. The Dupont Circle Hotel

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

17. Riggs Washington DC

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

19. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

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

Compare top hotels near National Children’s Museum

Waldorf Astoria Washington DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Morrison Clark Historic Inn

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Top National Children’s Museum Hotel Reviews

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

Arlo Washington DC

Hotel Washington

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

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

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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