Washington DC
North America · United States
Best Months
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct
Rec. Nights
4 nights
Airports
DCA (Reagan National), IAD (Washington Dulles)
Avg. Cash
$67 - $768/night
Best Value
Overview
Washington DC is the political, historical, and cultural heart of the United States — the Smithsonian's free museums, iconic monuments on the National Mall, and world-class dining coexist in a compact, walkable layout.
The Park Hyatt Washington DC is one of the top Category 7 Hyatt properties in the country. The Conrad Washington DC offers exceptional Hilton Honors value. All major loyalty programs are well-represented.
The Metro system is reliable, the monuments are free, and the dining scene spans James Beard Award-winning restaurants to unbeatable Ethiopian and Vietnamese food corridors. Cherry blossom spring and mild fall are the ideal windows.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Washington DC range from $67 to $768 per night. Points redemptions offer 3.24+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
15 properties in Washington DC bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hyatt Place Chantilly/Dulles Airport-South | Hyatt | 5,117 | $163 | 3.2¢ | ||
Hyatt Place Sterling/Dulles Airport-North | Hyatt | 5,094 | $158 | 3.1¢ | ||
Hyatt House Sterling/Dulles Airport-North | Hyatt | 5,112 | $158 | 3.1¢ | ||
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Prince Frederick | Marriott | 10,800 | $141 | 1.3¢ | Jul 21 | |
The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City | Marriott | 69,000 | $832 | 1.2¢ | Jul 21 | |
Travelodge by Wyndham Laurel/Ft. Meade/Near NSA | Wyndham | 7,500 | $89 | 1.2¢ | Jul 21 | |
AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center | Marriott | 54,000 | $581 | 1.1¢ | Jul 21 | |
Days Inn by Wyndham Frederick | Wyndham | 7,500 | $80 | 1.1¢ | Jul 21 | |
Wingate by Wyndham Chantilly / Dulles Airport | Wyndham | 15,000 | $158 | 1.1¢ | Jul 21 | |
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC | Hilton | 120,000 | $816 | 0.7¢ | Jul 21 | |
Holiday Inn Express Washington DC SW - Springfield | IHG | 22,000 | $135 | 0.6¢ | Jul 21 | |
Candlewood Suites Baltimore - BWI Airport NE | IHG | 20,000 | $123 | 0.6¢ | Jul 21 | |
Holiday Inn Arlington At Ballston | IHG | 28,667 | $171 | 0.6¢ | ||
Homewood Suites by Hilton Arlington Rosslyn Key Bridge | Hilton | 60,000 | $338 | 0.6¢ | Jul 21 | |
Hilton Arlington | Hilton | 60,000 | $338 | 0.6¢ | Jul 21 |
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Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
If you have Points:
Hyatt Place Chantilly/Dulles Airport-South
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Prince Frederick
If you have Points:
Travelodge by Wyndham Laurel/Ft. Meade/Near NSA
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
Holiday Inn Express Washington DC SW - Springfield
Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct
Getting There
DCA (Reagan National), IAD (Washington Dulles)
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $67/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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