These five hotels sit within 0.3 miles of Walter E. Washington Convention Center at 801 Mount Vernon Place NW, making each one a practical base for multi-day events. Every property on this list offers complimentary high-speed WiFi, 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. For more on getting around the area, see the Washington DC neighborhood transit guide.
- 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 delivers the largest meeting capacity and an executive lounge, at premium pricing. The Westin DC Downtown at 999 9th Street NW offers a strong fitness center and reliable complimentary high-speed WiFi, popular with solo business travelers who prioritize sleep quality and workout access over 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)At 0.07 miles from Walter E. Washington Convention Center, this property is the closest hotel on this list, and its extended-stay suites with full kitchenettes make it practical for business travelers staying multiple nights rather than just one 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)The underground walkway connecting this hotel to Walter E. Washington Convention Center at 0.11 miles makes it the most weather-independent option on the list, and its 100-plus meeting rooms and ballroom capacity exceeding 1,000 guests serve groups of nearly any size.
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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)Morrison Clark is the only independent four-star property within 0.2 miles of Walter E. Washington Convention Center, and its restored 1864 Victorian building with private meeting rooms gives smaller delegations a quieter alternative to the large convention-adjacent 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)At 0.24 miles from Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the Westin DC Downtown offers a four-star experience with a full business center and meeting rooms, and its position on 9th Street NW gives Red Line Metro access via Gallery Place-Chinatown in addition to the Green and Yellow lines.
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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)Conrad Washington DC is the only five-star property within 0.29 miles of Walter E. Washington Convention Center, and its executive lounge, multiple meeting rooms, and rooftop bar give senior-level attendees amenities that no other hotel on this list matches at that distance.
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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 offers over 100 meeting rooms with a combined capacity exceeding 3,900 guests, making it the largest meeting venue among the hotels on this list. For smaller groups, the Conrad Washington DC accommodates up to 500 guests across 10 meeting rooms.
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 includes an executive lounge, 10 meeting rooms, and rooftop bar access, making it the premium option on this list.
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.
