Woodley Park is along Connecticut Avenue in Northwest DC, with Rock Creek Park on one side and the National Zoo at its southern edge. The five hotels here cover mid-range and upscale stays, all within walking distance of the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro station on the Red Line. Each property was selected for guest satisfaction, confirmed operating status, and a location that puts travelers inside the neighborhood rather than on its fringe.
How we selected these hotels
Star rating determined the primary order, with higher-rated guest scores breaking ties within the same star tier. Every property had to sit inside Woodley Park's boundaries, not in adjacent Adams Morgan or Cleveland Park. Hostels and unverified properties were excluded. The result is a short list where every hotel checks out against its official website and major booking platforms.
Woodley Park hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Walk to Metro (min) | Nearest station |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC | 4 | 8.6 | 5 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan |
| Woodley Park Guest House | 3 | 9.0 | 4 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan |
| The Normandy Hotel | 3 | 9.0 | 12 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan |
| Hotel Rendale Washington DC (Dupont Circle/Connecticut Avenue) | 3 | 8.0 | 10 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan |
| Washington Hilton | 3 | 7.6 | 14 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan |
Planning your stay in Woodley Park
- The Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro station is on Connecticut Avenue and gives you direct Red Line access to Union Station, Dupont Circle, and Bethesda with no transfers.
- The National Zoo entrance on Connecticut Avenue is a 10-minute walk south from the Metro station, making any hotel in this neighborhood a practical base for a zoo visit.
- Rock Creek Park trails start within a few blocks of every hotel on this list, so pack walking shoes if you plan to explore beyond the zoo.
- Connecticut Avenue is the main commercial strip, with restaurants and cafes concentrated between Calvert Street and Woodley Road.
What to expect from hotels in Woodley Park DC
Woodley Park draws families visiting the zoo, leisure travelers who want a residential-feel neighborhood, and visitors attending events at the Omni Shoreham's large event spaces. Pricing here runs below comparable downtown DC hotels, and the Red Line puts you at Farragut North in under 15 minutes. The neighborhood has no full-service shopping mall or convention center, so travelers who need those amenities should factor in a Metro ride.
The hotels
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
2500 Calvert St Nw
8.62,248 reviews
5 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red)The only 4-star property in Woodley Park with a full-service spa, outdoor pool, and large meeting spaces, the Omni Shoreham ranks first among upscale options and is 0.18 miles from the anchor point on Calvert Street.
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Woodley Park Guest House
2647 Woodley Road, NW
9.020 reviews
4 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red)A guest score of 9.0 at a 3-star independent property on Woodley Road itself makes this the strongest mid-range pick for travelers who want a quiet, residential-feel stay at the geographic center of the neighborhood.
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The Normandy Hotel
2118 Wyoming Ave NW
9.01,710 reviews
12 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red)Matching the Guest House's 9.0 score at the same star tier, the Normandy earns its place through consistent guest satisfaction and a confirmed address on Wyoming Avenue NW, placing it inside Woodley Park's boundaries.
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Hotel Rendale Washington DC
1900 Connecticut Ave NW
8.03,516 reviews
10 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red)At 1900 Connecticut Avenue, the Rendale is on the neighborhood's main commercial corridor and rounds out the mid-range tier with a confirmed 3-star rating and a guest score of 8.0, giving travelers a straightforward option on the avenue itself.
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Washington Hilton
1919 Connecticut Ave Nw
7.6911 reviews
14 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red)The Washington Hilton brings the largest amenity set on this list, including an outdoor pool, EV charging, and substantial meeting space, making it the practical pick for travelers who need full-service infrastructure inside Woodley Park.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Woodley Park hotels are closest to the National Zoo?＋
The Omni Shoreham on Calvert Street and the Woodley Park Guest House on Woodley Road are both within a 10-minute walk of the Connecticut Avenue zoo entrance. The Omni Shoreham is the closer of the two at 0.18 miles from the neighborhood anchor point.
What Metro station serves Woodley Park hotels?＋
All five hotels on this list use the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan station on the WMATA Red Line. Walk times range from 4 minutes at the Woodley Park Guest House to 14 minutes at the Washington Hilton.
Are there upscale hotels in Woodley Park?＋
The Omni Shoreham is the neighborhood's only 4-star property, with a full-service spa, outdoor pool, and large event spaces. The remaining hotels are 3-star, covering mid-range travelers.
Is Woodley Park a good base for visiting Rock Creek Park?＋
Yes. Rock Creek Park borders the neighborhood to the west, and trail access points are within a few blocks of every hotel on this list. The park covers more than 1,700 acres and connects to the National Zoo grounds.
Do any Woodley Park hotels allow pets?＋
The Omni Shoreham, Woodley Park Guest House, the Normandy Hotel, and the Washington Hilton all list pet-friendly policies. Confirm current pet fees and size limits with each property before booking.
How far is Woodley Park from downtown DC?＋
The Red Line puts you at Farragut North in roughly 12 minutes from Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan station. By car, the distance to the National Mall is about 3 miles, though traffic on Connecticut Avenue can extend that trip during peak hours.
