These five hotels sit within a short taxi or Metro ride of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, covering Crystal City, Pentagon City, and the Richmond Highway corridor. Each property was evaluated on door-to-terminal taxi time, Metro access via the Yellow and Blue lines, shuttle availability, and star rating. You get a mix of segments, from a 3-star airport-adjacent Courtyard to a 5-star Ritz-Carlton in Pentagon City.
How we ranked these hotels
Taxi time to DCA drove the order. Hotels with a shorter door-to-terminal drive appear first. Within a similar taxi window, properties that run a dedicated airport shuttle move ahead of those that do not. Metro access via the WMATA Yellow and Blue lines at the Crystal City/Reagan National Airport station factored in next, followed by star rating as a final differentiator. Every address was cross-checked against Arlington, VA geography to confirm the taxi estimates reflect real traffic patterns, not straight-line distances.
Taxi time, shuttle availability, Metro access, and star rating at a glance
| Hotel | Star rating | Taxi to DCA (min) | Nearest Metro station | Walk to Metro (min) | Shuttle service |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National Airport | 3 | 4 | Crystal City/Reagan National Airport | 5 | No |
| Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport | 3 | 5 | Crystal City/Reagan National Airport | 10 | Yes |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA | 2 | 6 | Crystal City/Reagan National Airport | 10 | No |
| The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport | 4 | 7 | Crystal City/Reagan National Airport | 8 | Yes |
| The Ritz Carlton, Pentagon City | 5 | 10 | Pentagon City | 5 | No |
Getting between DCA and your hotel
- The Crystal City/Reagan National Airport Metro station connects to Terminal B/C via a covered pedestrian bridge, so you never need a shuttle to reach the platform.
- Yellow Line trains run express between DCA and downtown DC, skipping several Blue Line stops, which cuts transit time by a few minutes during peak hours.
- Hotels on Richmond Highway are a short taxi or rideshare ride from the airport's Terminal A pickup zone. Budget 5 to 10 minutes depending on traffic at the DCA connector.
- If you have oversized luggage, the covered Metro bridge is the most practical option for Crystal City hotels. The walk from the platform to street level is flat and step-free.
Reagan National Airport neighborhood guide
Crystal City is directly north of DCA along Richmond Highway and Jefferson Davis Highway, putting most of its hotels within a 4 to 8 minute taxi ride of the terminal. The neighborhood is dense with office towers and chain hotels, and the Metro station here is one of the few in the WMATA system with a direct covered connection to an airport terminal.
Pentagon City is one stop north on both the Yellow and Blue lines. The Ritz-Carlton there is the only 5-star option within a 10-minute taxi ride of DCA, and it is adjacent to the Pentagon City Metro station, which keeps transit time to the airport under 15 minutes.
The Richmond Highway corridor between 2000 and 2900 Richmond Highway holds several mid-range properties. These hotels are close enough for a quick taxi but far enough from the Metro that most guests drive or use a shuttle rather than walk to the platform.
The hotels
Courtyard Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National Airport
2899 Richmond Highway
8.51,410 reviews
5 min walk to Crystal City/Reagan National Airport (Blue/Yellow)At 2899 Richmond Highway, this Courtyard is closer to the DCA terminal than any other hotel on this list, with a realistic 4-minute taxi ride and a 5-minute walk to the Crystal City/Reagan National Airport Metro station on the Yellow and Blue lines.
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Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport
2020 Richmond Highway
8.4322 reviews
10 min walk to Crystal City/Reagan National Airport (Blue/Yellow)The Hilton Garden Inn at 2020 Richmond Highway offers a verified airport shuttle and a 5-minute taxi to DCA, making it the top shuttle option on this list for travelers who want a direct door-to-terminal transfer without using the Metro.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Arlington Crystal City DCA
2000 Richmond Highway
8.8255 reviews
10 min walk to Crystal City/Reagan National Airport (Blue/Yellow)Sharing an address block with the Hilton Garden Inn at 2000 Richmond Highway, this Hampton Inn delivers a 6-minute taxi to DCA at a lower price point than the 3-star and 4-star options nearby, giving budget-focused travelers a practical airport-adjacent base.
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The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport
1800 Jefferson Davis Highway
8.71,009 reviews
8 min walk to Crystal City/Reagan National Airport (Blue/Yellow)The Westin at 1800 Jefferson Davis Highway is the highest-rated 4-star hotel within a 7-minute taxi of DCA, and it runs a verified airport shuttle, giving guests who want full-service amenities a direct transfer option without relying on the Metro.
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The Ritz Carlton, Pentagon City
1250 South Hayes Street
9.0328 reviews
5 min walk to Pentagon City (Blue/Yellow)The only 5-star property within a 10-minute taxi of DCA, the Ritz-Carlton at 1250 South Hayes Street is adjacent to the Pentagon City Metro station, giving guests a two-stop Yellow or Blue Line ride to the airport and the full-service amenities that no other hotel on this list matches.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Reagan National Airport?＋
The Courtyard Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National Airport at 2899 Richmond Highway is the closest hotel on this list, with a 4-minute taxi to the terminal and a 5-minute walk to the Crystal City/Reagan National Airport Metro station.
Do any hotels near DCA offer a free airport shuttle?＋
Yes. The Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport and The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport both run complimentary shuttles to and from DCA. Confirm the schedule at check-in, as hours can vary.
How do I get from DCA to Crystal City hotels by Metro?＋
Take the Yellow or Blue Line one stop north from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station to Crystal City. The airport station connects directly to Terminal B/C via a covered pedestrian bridge, so you do not need a shuttle to reach the platform.
Is there a 5-star hotel near Reagan National Airport?＋
The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City is the only 5-star option within a 10-minute taxi of DCA. It is adjacent to the Pentagon City Metro station, two stops north of the airport on the Yellow and Blue lines.
What Metro lines serve Reagan National Airport?＋
The WMATA Yellow and Blue lines both stop at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station. A covered pedestrian bridge connects the station directly to Terminal B/C. Fares are distance-based.
Which hotel near DCA is best for business travelers who need meeting rooms?＋
The Westin Crystal City Reagan National Airport offers meeting rooms alongside a pool, spa, and restaurant, making it the most full-service option within a 7-minute taxi of DCA. The Courtyard Arlington Crystal City also has meeting rooms at a lower price point.
