Kensington
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Where to stay in Kensington
Rock Creek Hills
While Rock Creek Hills isn't home to many top sights, Strathmore and National Museum of Health and Medicine are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Kensington
The churches and architecture are just a few features travelers like about South Kensington. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, National Museum of Health and Medicine and Strathmore are a few top places to visit.
Washington Plaza Hotel
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is CA $150 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
CA $150
CA $174 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,584 reviews)
"It was a good solid getaway. This hotel Feels dated though compared to the other offerings in the area. That said it was clean and comfortable. No parking so prepare to pay the hotel for parking."
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $139 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $139
CA $203 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,661 reviews)
"The hotel was very beautiful, but we were a little disappointed that the front entrance was blocked off for construction. When we got into our room it wasn't exactly as described (which wasn't a big deal) and there was a hair clip on the floor, and the bathroom was very visibly not clean. We ended ..."
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2025
The Henley Park Hotel
926 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC
The price is CA $142 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
CA $142
CA $165 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,158 reviews)
"A bit old but great. Very nice staff"
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Glover Park - Georgetown
Washington
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
1914 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,838 reviews)
"Be aware that random amounts will be taken from your account that the card you use for incidentals is associated with. I was not informed at any time that this would occur and the amounts taken out, three times, had a major impact on my trip as I had budgeted and did not anticipate I would have all ..."
Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2025
The Melrose Georgetown Hotel
Washington
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,386 reviews)
"great locations, great lobby and bar"
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Kensington Dog Run
After visiting Kensington Dog Run, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kensington. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theater scene.
- National Mall
- White House
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian Institution
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Union Station Shopping Center
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Washington Monument
- George Washington University
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Air and Space Museum
- Merriweather Post Pavilion
- Lincoln Memorial
- Kennedy Center