Chesapeake Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

USS Wisconsin BB-64 showing a marina
Virginia which includes a high-rise building, modern architecture and a city
Peabody Institute of the John Hopkins University
Norfolk Botanical Garden showing a park, a pond and landscape views
USS Wisconsin BB-64 which includes a bay or harbour and military items

Where to stay in Chesapeake Bay

Downtown Washington D.C. showing a city, night scenes and street scenes

Downtown Washington D.C.

4.5/5(95 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Capital One Arena and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Washington D.C.
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Inner Harbor

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Inner Harbor. Make a stop by National Aquarium in Baltimore or Baltimore Inner Harbor Marina while you're exploring the area.

Inner Harbor
Georgetown which includes street scenes, a city and a house

Georgetown

5/5(5 area reviews)

Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.

Georgetown
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Northwest

2/5(1 area review)

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.

Northwest
Virginia Beach which includes rides

Northeast Virginia Beach

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Northeast Virginia Beach, First Landing State Park and Neptune Statue are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Virginia Beach
Alexandria which includes heritage elements

Old Town Alexandria

3/5(1 area review)

Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Market Square and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.

Old Town Alexandria
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$330 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$330
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
The price is AU$192 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$192
per night
2 Oct - 3 Oct
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

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor

Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor

4 out of 5
300 Light Street, Baltimore, MD
The price is AU$301 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$301
per night
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Baltimore. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,802 reviews)
"Excellent customer service. Close to shops and restaurants"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor
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

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row

4 out of 5
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

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
Glover Park - Georgetown

Glover Park - Georgetown

4 out of 5
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

Glover Park - Georgetown
ARC HOTEL Washington DC, Georgetown

ARC HOTEL Washington DC, Georgetown

3 out of 5
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

ARC HOTEL Washington DC, Georgetown
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.

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