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A modern lobby with a central water feature, seating area, and a bar.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a check-in counter.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, a small table, a bed, and a television.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and a patterned floor.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC
Bethesda
United States
Adriana
CA $201
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC
A lobby with a wooden floor, two leather sofas, a TV mounted on the wall, and a glass-fronted store.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, a bar area, and a television screen.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a large mirror, and three framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a chandelier.

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue

Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue
Northwest
United States
Anita D
CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Days Inn by Wyndham Washington DC/Connecticut Avenue
A Comfort Inn hotel entrance with a brick facade, large glass doors, and potted plants.
A lobby with a blue sofa, orange armchair, and a patterned rug.
A hotel lobby with wooden flooring, a buffet area with various food options, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

3. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville

Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville
Gaithersburg
United States
Evelio
CA $142
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville
A tree-lined sidewalk with parked cars and a fence on one side.
A modern living room with a dark grey sofa, a coffee table with two glass bottles, a bookshelf filled with books, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A bar area with a wooden bar counter, hanging pendant lights, and a tiled backsplash.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view.

4. Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
Northwest
United States
Alex
CA $167
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a checkered floor pattern. There are seating areas with armchairs and a sofa, and a staircase in the background.
A Sheraton hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a desk, a television, and a large window with a city view.
A modern hotel room with a living area, dining space, and large windows offering a city view.

5. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Arlington
United States
Michele
CA $125
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and hanging spherical light fixtures.
Bar (on property)
A dimly lit bar area with leather armchairs, a sofa, and a small round table with bottles.
A rooftop terrace with round tables, hanging plants, and a city view.

6. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
Downtown Washington D.C.
United States
Tara
CA $131
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown
A modern breakfast bar with a checkered floor, glass display cases, and a variety of food items.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful cushions, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and shelves with various items.
An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

7. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Northeast
United States
Julia
CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
citizenM Washington DC NoMa
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 modern outdoor lounge area with a curved ceiling, a sectional sofa with orange cushions, a round table, and two lounge chairs.

8. Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel
Downtown Washington D.C.
United States
Shane
CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Washington Plaza Hotel
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.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar in the background, and a brick wall.
A reception area with a green bench, a wall-mounted hexagonal mirror pattern, a wall sconce, and a wall of green floral decorations.

9. State Plaza Hotel

State Plaza Hotel
Northwest
United States
Janice
CA $139
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
State Plaza Hotel
An outdoor seating area with multiple couches, tables, and umbrellas, overlooking a cityscape.
A modern hotel lobby with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a dining area, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern interior with a glass staircase, a central metallic spiral structure, and large windows.
A modern interior with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.

10. Hyatt House Washington DC / Downtown / Convention Center

Hyatt House Washington DC / Downtown / Convention Center
Downtown Washington D.C.
United States
Amee
CA $165
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Hyatt House Washington DC / Downtown / Convention Center
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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay and Great view"
Johnny 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Washington Plaza Hotel
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

Glover Park Hotel Georgetown

10/10 Excellent
"Fabulous amenities! The gym, restaurant and bar are top notch. The beds are very comfortable and the location is walking access to Georgetown."
SANDRA 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
Hotel Washington

Hotel Washington

8/10 Good
"All areas were wonderful rooms were clean very good location only issue is the restaurant did not have enough help and we had to leave to go to another one"
Christian Anthony 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Washington
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

10/10 Excellent
"Super friendly staff and extremely clean facility."
Christina 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

10/10 Excellent
"It was amazing. I would recommend for anybody and i would come back"
Darrell 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

8/10 Good
"Staff was pleasant! Room was not cleanly, shower took awhile to heat up, and loose hair from maybe a previous guest in the shower. Overall parking was convenient, and hotel was close to many things"
Jachelle 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

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What is there to see and do in Kensington?
You won't need to spend a fortune to get to know Kensington. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, such as White House and Capital One Arena, and then make time for other wallet-friendly activities. Check out the area's cultural spots like Strathmore and National Museum of Health and Medicine, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Union Station Shopping Center.
How can I get to Kensington and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Kensington can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is College Park, MD (CGS), 8.7 mi (14.1 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away: Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark). Kensington might not have many public transit choices so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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