These five hotels are within 0.3 miles of Walter E. Washington Convention Center at 801 Mount Vernon Place NW. All five work as a base for a multi-day event.
Every property on this list has a business center or meeting facilities, and a walkable connection to the venue. Walking distance to the convention center determined the order, with business amenities and star rating separating hotels at similar distances.
How we selected and ranked these hotels
Walking distance to Walter E. Washington Convention Center set the primary order. Hotels closer to 801 Mount Vernon Place NW appear first.
Within a 0.1-mile band, the property with stronger meeting infrastructure (dedicated meeting rooms, executive lounge, or higher room count for group blocks) ranks higher. Star rating resolved any remaining closeness, and no two hotels on this list share the same brand family. Properties rated below 3 stars, short-term rentals, and hostels were excluded regardless of distance.
Business hotels near Walter E. Washington Convention Center at a glance
| Hotel | Distance (miles) | Walk (min) | Star rating | Meeting rooms | Business center | Guest score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residence Inn by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center | 0.07 | 1 | 3 | Yes | Yes | 9.0 |
| Marriott Marquis Washington, DC | 0.11 | 2 | 4 | Yes | Yes | 8.5 |
| Morrison Clark Historic Inn | 0.20 | 4 | 4 | Yes | Yes | 9.2 |
| The Westin DC Downtown | 0.24 | 5 | 4 | Yes | Yes | 8.7 |
| Conrad Washington DC | 0.29 | 5 | 5 | Yes | Yes | 9.4 |
Metro access from these hotels
- Mount Vernon Square/7th St-Convention Center Station (Green and Yellow lines) is directly adjacent to the convention center and within a 3-minute walk of the closest hotels on this list.
- Gallery Place-Chinatown Station (Green, Yellow, and Red lines) adds Red Line access and is roughly a 6-minute walk from the convention center entrance.
- If your meeting runs late, both stations operate until midnight on weekdays and into the early morning on weekends, so you are not dependent on a taxi after evening sessions.
Business hotels near Walter E. Washington Convention Center: what to expect by tier
The three-star option at 901 L Street NW puts you under 2 minutes from the convention center doors, which matters when you have back-to-back sessions. The Residence Inn by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center adds in-room kitchenettes, useful for multi-week stays or when you want to avoid restaurant meals between meetings.
The four-star tier gives you more meeting infrastructure. The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC at 901 Massachusetts Ave NW connects to the convention center via an underground walkway, making it the most weather-proof option on the list. Morrison Clark Historic Inn at 1011 L Street NW offers a quieter atmosphere than the larger convention-adjacent properties, with meeting space in a restored 1864 building.
At the five-star level, the Conrad Washington DC at 950 New York Ave NW has 32,000 square feet of meeting and event space and the Sakura Club, a private club on the 10th floor, at premium pricing. A four-star alternative, The Westin DC Downtown at 999 9th Street NW, has a fitness center. It suits a solo traveler who wants a gym and a quiet room more than group meeting space.
The hotels
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center
901 L Street NW
9.01,379 reviews
3 min walk to Mount Vernon Square/7th St-Convention Center (Green/Yellow)The closest hotel on the list at 0.07 miles. Extended-stay suites with full kitchenettes make it practical when you're in town for more than a night or two.
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Marriott Marquis Washington, DC
901 Massachusetts Ave NW
8.5446 reviews
2 min walk to Mount Vernon Square/7th St-Convention Center (Green/Yellow)An underground walkway runs to the convention center 0.11 miles away, so rain doesn't matter. 80 event rooms and a ballroom that seats up to 3,500.
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Morrison Clark Historic Inn
1011 L Street NW
9.2331 reviews
4 min walk to Mount Vernon Square/7th St-Convention Center (Green/Yellow)The only independent four-star within 0.2 miles: a restored 1864 Victorian with private meeting rooms, and much quieter than the big convention chains.
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The Westin DC Downtown
999 9th Street NW
8.7328 reviews
5 min walk to Gallery Place-Chinatown (Green/Yellow/Red)Four-star, 0.24 miles away, with a full business center and meeting rooms. Being on 9th Street NW puts the Red Line at Gallery Place-Chinatown within reach.
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Conrad Washington DC
950 New York Ave NW
9.4382 reviews
4 min walk to Mount Vernon Square/7th St-Convention Center (Green/Yellow)The only five-star within 0.29 miles, with an executive lounge, several meeting rooms and a rooftop bar. The pick for senior attendees.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Walter E. Washington Convention Center?＋
The Residence Inn by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center at 901 L Street NW is 0.07 miles from the convention center entrance, roughly a 1-minute walk. The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC at 901 Massachusetts Ave NW is the next closest at 0.11 miles and adds an underground walkway connection to the venue.
Which hotel has the most meeting room capacity near the convention center?＋
The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC has 80 event rooms and more than 100,000 square feet of event space, the most of any hotel here. For smaller groups, the Conrad Washington DC has 32,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 7,626-square-foot Grand Ballroom.
Which Metro stations serve these hotels?＋
Mount Vernon Square/7th St-Convention Center Station (Green and Yellow lines) is the closest station for four of the five hotels and is next to the convention center itself. The Westin DC Downtown is closer to Gallery Place-Chinatown. Gallery Place-Chinatown Station (Green, Yellow, and Red lines) is roughly a 6-minute walk from the convention center and adds Red Line access, which is useful if you are traveling from Union Station or the upper Red Line corridor.
Is there a five-star hotel within walking distance of Walter E. Washington Convention Center?＋
Yes. The Conrad Washington DC at 950 New York Ave NW is a five-star Hilton property 0.29 miles from the convention center, about a 5-minute walk. It has the Sakura Club, a private club on the 10th floor, a rooftop lounge and 32,000 square feet of meeting and event space.
Which hotel works best for a multi-week business stay near the convention center?＋
The Residence Inn by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center at 901 L Street NW is the strongest choice for extended stays. Its suite-style rooms include full kitchenettes, separate living areas, and complimentary WiFi, and it is under 2 minutes from the convention center entrance.
Do any of these hotels have a direct connection to Walter E. Washington Convention Center?＋
The Marriott Marquis Washington, DC connects to Walter E. Washington Convention Center through an underground walkway, so you can move between the hotel and the venue without going outside. No other hotel on this list has a physical connection to the building.
