The Wharf Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Wharf
Stay near popular The Wharf attractions
Activities
DC in a Day: 10+ Monuments, Boat Cruise, National Mall, Tickets
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Washington DC Small-Group Sightseeing Experience
One day tour Washington & Philadelphia from New York
Our pick of the best The Wharf Hotel Deals
Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf
"Loved this hotel! Very clean rooms, lobby, bar. Very friendly staff and excellent service! Free breakfast buffet was best breakfast assortment by far from any other hotel we stayed at. I will be booking my next hotel with this chain!"
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG
"The hotel is very nice. We were greeted by Adrianne who was very polite and super friendly. Room was bigger than I expected and very clean and modern with lots of USB ports. Great drinks and staff at the restaurant. Great location too. We will return"
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Enjoyed relaxing by the pool. Service was excellent. Definitely would return."
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"The spray rinse shower curtain for my shower had no pressure forcing me to take a bath. The window cover was transparent so no matter if I raise d it down the sun would wake me up multiple times. The AC would shut off during the night and I would wake up sweating. Every single night I woke up sweating. ..."
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
"Smart TV would’ve made it better. I’d stay again"
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
"Pool area is great"
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in The Wharf
Downtown Washington D.C.
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.
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Georgetown
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.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Alexandria City Hall and Market Square. 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.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
