Georgetown is along the Potomac waterfront in northwest Washington DC, drawing leisure travelers, families visiting Georgetown University, and guests who want walkable access to the C&O Canal, M Street NW shops, and Wisconsin Avenue restaurants.
The five hotels on this page are all physically located within Georgetown's boundaries, selected on the basis of star rating and guest review score. All five are rated 4 or 5 stars.
How we selected these hotels
Every hotel on this page is inside Georgetown proper, not in adjacent Foggy Bottom or the West End. We checked star ratings against the hotel's official brand site and Google Hotels. Guest scores come from aggregated review data.
Sustainability credentials were also considered: properties with publicly disclosed environmental certifications or green building recognition were weighted favorably in cases of otherwise equal standing. Higher star ratings ranked above lower ones when scores were comparable.
Georgetown hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Distance from Georgetown anchor | Nearest Metro (walk) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. | 5 | 9.2 | 0.48 mi | Foggy Bottom-GWU, 18 min |
| Four Seasons Washington DC | 5 | 9.1 | 0.55 mi | Foggy Bottom-GWU, 14 min |
| The Poppy Georgetown Guesthouse and Gardens | 4 | 10 | 0.54 mi | Foggy Bottom-GWU, 16 min |
| The Graham Georgetown | 4 | 8.8 | 0.45 mi | Foggy Bottom-GWU, 17 min |
| The Georgetown Inn | 4 | 8.5 | 0.21 mi | Foggy Bottom-GWU, 20 min |
Getting around Georgetown without Metro
- Metrobus stops on M Street NW and Wisconsin Avenue NW if you'd rather not walk to the Metro. The DC Circulator's Georgetown-Union Station route stopped running at the end of 2024.
- Foggy Bottom-GWU station (Blue, Orange, Silver lines) is the closest Metro access point for most Georgetown hotels, roughly a 14-20 minute walk east depending on your block.
- Rosslyn station in Arlington, VA (Blue, Orange, Silver lines) is an option if you cross Key Bridge on foot, about 15-18 minutes from the waterfront end of Georgetown.
- Rideshare pickup is straightforward on M Street NW and Wisconsin Avenue NW during most hours, though weekend evenings see surge pricing after 10 p.m.
What to expect from Georgetown hotels
Georgetown's hotel stock skews upscale. The neighborhood's historic rowhouse streetscape limits large-footprint development, so most properties here are boutique-scale or converted buildings rather than convention-style towers. You get proximity to the C&O Canal towpath, the Georgetown Waterfront Park, and the dense retail and dining corridor on M Street NW and Wisconsin Avenue NW.
The catch: parking is expensive, and every Metro trip starts with a walk or a bus. If you mostly want to wander the neighborhood itself, you won't mind.
Which Georgetown hotel is right for your trip?
The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown is the luxury pick: five-star service, one block from the C&O Canal. Visiting the university? The Georgetown Inn on Wisconsin Avenue NW is the closest hotel to its main gate.
For something smaller, The Poppy Georgetown Guesthouse and Gardens has a perfect 10 guest score and a quiet spot on residential P Street NW. The Graham Georgetown on Thomas Jefferson Street NW is steps from the waterfront and the canal. The Four Seasons Washington DC on Pennsylvania Avenue has the pool, the spa and a pet-friendly policy, so families get the most here.
The hotels
The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.
3100 South St, NW
9.2160 reviews
18 min walk to Foggy Bottom-GWU (Blue/Orange/Silver)One block from the C&O Canal towpath, with five-star service and a 9.2 guest score from 160 reviews.
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Four Seasons Washington DC
2800 Pennsylvania Ave Nw
9.1107 reviews
14 min walk to Foggy Bottom-GWU (Blue/Orange/Silver)Pool, spa, and pet-friendly policy on Pennsylvania Avenue, 14 minutes from Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro.
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The Poppy Georgetown Guesthouse and Gardens
2616 P St NW
10.0522 reviews
16 min walk to Foggy Bottom-GWU (Blue/Orange/Silver)A perfect 10 guest score across 522 reviews, with a quiet garden setting on residential P Street NW.
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The Graham Georgetown
1075 Thomas Jefferson St NW
8.8955 reviews
17 min walk to Foggy Bottom-GWU (Blue/Orange/Silver)Two-minute walk to the C&O Canal and five minutes to M Street NW, with an 8.8 guest score from 955 reviews.
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The Georgetown Inn
1310 Wisconsin Ave Nw
8.5827 reviews
20 min walk to Foggy Bottom-GWU (Blue/Orange/Silver)On Wisconsin Avenue NW at the center of Georgetown's main shopping corridor, 0.21 miles from the neighborhood anchor.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a Metro station in Georgetown?＋
Georgetown has no Metrorail station. The nearest stop is Foggy Bottom-GWU (Blue, Orange, Silver lines), roughly a 14-20 minute walk east from most Georgetown hotels. Metrobus also stops on M Street NW if you prefer not to walk.
Which Georgetown hotel is closest to Georgetown University?＋
The Georgetown Inn at 1310 Wisconsin Ave NW is the closest hotel to Georgetown University's main gate at 37th and O Streets NW, a walk west from Wisconsin Avenue.
Which hotel is best for families visiting Georgetown?＋
The Four Seasons Washington DC at 2800 Pennsylvania Ave NW has a pool, a spa and a pet-friendly policy, which makes it the most complete pick for families on this list. It is at the eastern entry point of Georgetown, a 14-minute walk from Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro.
Are there mid-range hotels actually inside Georgetown?＋
None of the five hotels on this list is mid-range: all are rated 4 or 5 stars.
What is the best-reviewed hotel in Georgetown?＋
The Poppy Georgetown Guesthouse and Gardens holds a perfect 10 guest score, the highest on this list. The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown follows at 9.2, and the Four Seasons Washington DC at 9.1.
Do Georgetown hotels have parking?＋
The Georgetown Inn, The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, and the Four Seasons Washington DC all offer parking. Street parking in Georgetown is limited and metered, so guests driving in should confirm valet or garage availability with their hotel before arrival.
