Southwest Federal Center Travel Guide

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Quiet, Peaceful, Beautiful Arlington National Cemetery
Exhausting, emotionally draining and a must in any visit to DC. Leave yourself at least 2 1/2 or 3 hrs
Southwest Federal Center
The United States Capitol
A visit to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a somber, eye-opening and worthwhile experience.

The exhibit is very emotional, so allow some time afterwards for decompressing.

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Our pick of the best Southwest Federal Center Hotel Deals

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

4 out of 5
550 School St SW Washington DC
The price is NZ$283 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$283
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,181 reviews)
The room was clean and staff was very friendly. Location isn't super ideal but we made do.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

citizenM Washington DC Capitol
Salamander Washington DC

Salamander Washington DC

5 out of 5
1330 Maryland Ave, SW Washington DC
The price is NZ$934 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$934
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,106 reviews)
Beautiful property. Exceptionally welcoming and friendly staff. Great, spacious, and well-decorated room. Highly recommended! I look forward to returning.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Salamander Washington DC
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
The price is NZ$382 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$382
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,880 reviews)
Comfortable beds, close to a lot of attractions.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf

4 out of 5
480 L'Enfant Plaza Washington DC
The price is NZ$469 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$469
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,233 reviews)
Close to the National Mall. Like how there was a metro station very close. Very close to the wharf area where there was some pretty good restaurants.

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf
Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
The price is NZ$255 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$255
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,981 reviews)
The hotel is much nicer than I was expecting. The room wouldn’t win any beauty prizes, but the bed was super comfortable, the staff was very friendly and the standard checkout time of noon was very much appreciated.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
The price is NZ$389 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$389
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,224 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
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 Southwest Federal Center

Washington Monument Surrounded Cherry Blossoms DC

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
The Yard Waterfront Park in Washington DC on the Pedestrian Walkway

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
Aerial photo overlooking the Penn Quarter, Constitution Avenue & north-side of the Mall, District of Columbia

Penn Quarter

While you're in Penn Quarter, take in top sights like Sidney Harman Hall and jump on the metro at Archives Station to see more of the city.

Penn Quarter
United States Capitol which includes heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a sunset

Capitol Hill

4/5(34 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Capitol Hill. Check out top attractions like Folger Shakespeare Library and Library of Congress, and jump on the metro at Capitol South Station or Eastern Market Station to see more of the city.

Capitol Hill
Smithsonian Castle in Washington DC, USA

Southwest

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.

Southwest
Another shot from the Potomac river.  Cool night shots
#URBANJUNGLE

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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