Capitol Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill

This neighbourhood boasts the U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress, and enough familiar news backdrops to make your jaw drop.

Capitol Hill is nirvana for political junkies! What’s a bit more surprising about this neighbourhood is the fact that there’s a proper residential community here, complete with tree-lined streets and decades-old mom-and-pop establishments. For more than 150 years, Eastern Market has offered a colourful showcase of baked goods, fruits and veg, flowers, and mouth-watering meats and cheeses. If you’d like more sit-down options, head to Barracks Row, where you’ll find heaps of restaurants to suit any fancy.


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Our pick of the best Capitol Hill Hotel Deals

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$195 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$195
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (4,721 reviews)
Only complaint is no microwave or public microwave

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$214 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$214
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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! (2,876 reviews)
The area in which I was in was a little noisy and there a ticking or trickling noise that kept me up or awakened me during my stay. I’m not sure where this stemmed from.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$177 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$177
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,902 reviews)
I didn't like that the coolers for beverages in the rooms didn't work.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
citizenM Washington DC NoMa

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

4 out of 5
1222 1ST STREET NE, Washington, DC
The price is AU$177 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$177
23 Nov - 24 Nov
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 breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,526 reviews)
Had great time Staff were nice super friendly My daughter loved the breakfast!

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key

Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key

2.5 out of 5
1900 Fort Myer Dr, Arlington, VA
The price is AU$216 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$216
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Arlington National Cemetery ...
9/10 Wonderful! (35 reviews)
New hotel so everything was brand new.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key
Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C. by IHG

Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C. by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1480 Crystal Drive, Arlington, VA
The price is AU$201 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$201
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,034 reviews)
Such a great location for visiting DC! Great walkable area with access to the Metro. Clean hotel & very comfortable bed to rest our weary feet after a long day of exploring. The hotel itself may be just a smidge outdated, but they haven’t ignored the parts that really count like cleanliness & bed ...

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Crowne Plaza Crystal City-Washington, D.C. by IHG
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill featuring heritage elements

Southeast

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Southeast. Spend some time visiting top spots like Washington Navy Yard, and catch the metro at Potomac Ave Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the area.

Southeast
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Navy Yard

While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.

Navy Yard
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Southwest Waterfront

While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.

Southwest Waterfront
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NoMa

While you're in NoMa, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution and jump on the metro at Gallaudet U Station to see more of the city.

NoMa
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The Wharf

You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or Gangplank Marina.

The Wharf
International Spy Museum which includes interior views

Southwest Federal Center

While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.

Southwest Federal Center


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