Kensington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kensington
Where to stay in Kensington

Rock Creek Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Rock Creek Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Strathmore and National Museum of Health and Medicine.

South Kensington
South Kensington is well liked for its churches and architecture. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, National Museum of Health and Medicine and Strathmore are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$330 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$330
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (2,763 reviews)
"The room and facility were very clean."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$192 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$192
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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! (4,647 reviews)
"The staff is exceptionally accommodating. I was impressed with the lengths they went to in order to ensure that our stay was comfortable and that our needs were met. The room was clean and accessible."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

State Plaza Hotel
2116 E Street NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$279 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$279
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,493 reviews)
Got the job done
"Everything was great except for the parking situation. Regardless, quiet and comfortable stay."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 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.

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! (1,852 reviews)
"Large rooms, quiet, rooms very clean. Loved the lay out, easy to use ride shares for pick up."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,590 reviews)
"I stay here whenever I am in town. It is close to my work. It is comfortable, reasonably priced, and a unique hotel!"
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

ARC HOTEL Washington DC, Georgetown
824 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,465 reviews)
"Staff was nice; location was excellent"
Reviewed on 17 Sept 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 choices and theatre scene.
- National Mall
- White House
- Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- Smithsonian Institution
- United States Capitol
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Tysons Corner Center
- Georgetown University
- Washington Monument
- National Museum of Natural History
- National Air and Space Museum
- Lincoln Memorial
- Pentagon
- Kennedy Center
- Fashion Center at Pentagon City
- International Spy Museum