2 Best Hotels in The National Mall, Washington, D.C.

A stay at this LEED-certified hotel puts you close to the National Mall, with spectacular river and monument views from certain rooms—all of which have floor-to-ceiling windows. Modern rooms have a D.C. touch with a subtle cherry blossom design. Guests can find a Starbucks, a restaurant, a lounge, a café, a market, a heated outdoor pool, and a fitness center on-site. With spaces that can accommodate upward of 800 guests, the hotel is also an excellent spot for large meetings or weddings. The Smithsonian museums and several government agencies (USDA, USPS, and DOT) are within a few blocks, and the Metro station is on the lower level. 

The recently renovated and rebranded Waldorf Astoria makes for a great choice if searching for a luxury property near the National Mall. In the findings of all great luxury hotels, it comes with a full-service spa, a glam cocktail bar called Peacock Alley, Michelin-starred Sushi Nakazawa, and fine dining restaurant Bazaar by famed chef José Andrés. Rooms are designed in an antique style without compromising the modern touches of phone chargers, electric sheers, and drapes. The hotel is also home to the Clock Tower, which offers 360 views of the city.