This list covers four hotels near the Washington National Cathedral at 3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW, selected for proximity to the Cathedral Close, guest satisfaction, and where verified, sustainability credentials.
The Cathedral draws visitors for Gothic architecture tours, choral evensong, and major national services, and the surrounding upper Northwest DC neighborhoods of Glover Park, Cathedral Heights, and Woodley Park have limited hotel supply. These four properties are the closest bookable options.
How we selected and ranked these hotels
Walking distance to the Cathedral entrance on Wisconsin Avenue NW determined the order. The standard pedestrian pace of 3 mph (20 minutes per mile) produced every walk time shown. Within a 0.1-mile band, higher star ratings rank first. Where star ratings matched, verified sustainability credentials gave a hotel the edge. Guest satisfaction scores informed the final pool but did not override proximity.
We left out the Deluxe King Master Suite at 3703 Windom Place NW, which is a private rental unit. The Days Inn by Wyndham at 4400 Connecticut Avenue NW is 1.57 miles from the Cathedral on foot, farther than any hotel here, so it does not appear. We have a separate page for budget hotels in Washington DC if that property interests you.
Side-by-side comparison: hotels near the National Cathedral
| Hotel | Distance to Cathedral | Walk time | Star rating | Guest score | Nearest Metro station |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glover Park Hotel Georgetown | 0.67 mi | 13 min | 4 stars | 8.4 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line), about 1.5 miles on foot |
| Placemakr Cathedral Heights | 0.98 mi | 20 min | 2 stars | 9.2 | Tenleytown-AU (Red Line), ~10 min walk |
| Woodley Park Guest House | 1.21 mi | 24 min | 3 stars | 9.0 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line), ~3 min walk |
| Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC | 1.30 mi | 26 min | 4 stars | 8.6 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line), ~3 min walk |
Getting to the Cathedral without a car
- Numerous Metrobus lines stop within the blocks around the Cathedral at 3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW. From Glover Park Hotel Georgetown or Placemakr Cathedral Heights, the bus is faster than walking on a hot or rainy day.
- The Cathedral names Tenleytown-AU (Red Line) as its closest Metro stop, about 1.4 miles north on Wisconsin Avenue. Metrobus covers the gap along Wisconsin Avenue.
- Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan station (Red Line) is closer to the Woodley Park Guest House and the Omni Shoreham, but it is about 1.3 miles from the Cathedral on foot.
- The Cathedral has held state funerals for five presidents, most recently Jimmy Carter in January 2025, along with other national services. Book early if your visit coincides with a nationally televised service.
The hotels
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
2505 Wisconsin Ave Nw
8.4533 reviews
No Metro within walking distance; the nearest is Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line)The closest hotel to the Cathedral, 0.67 miles south on Wisconsin Avenue, and the only 4-star within a mile.
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Placemakr Cathedral Heights
4000 Wisconsin Ave NW
9.275 reviews
10 min walk to Tenleytown-AU (Red Line)0.98 miles north of the Cathedral on Wisconsin Avenue, and its 9.2 guest score is the best on this list.
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Woodley Park Guest House
2647 Woodley Road, NW
9.020 reviews
3 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line)Woodley Park Guest House earns its place with a guest score of 9.0 and complimentary breakfast. It is 1.21 miles from the Cathedral on foot, about 24 minutes.
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Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
2500 Calvert St Nw
8.62,248 reviews
3 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line)The biggest full-service hotel in this corridor, with a pool, spa and EV charging. At 1.30 miles out, you'll want the bus or a taxi to the Cathedral.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to the Washington National Cathedral?＋
Glover Park Hotel Georgetown at 2505 Wisconsin Avenue NW is the closest, at 0.67 miles from the Cathedral. At a standard walking pace, that is about a 13-minute walk north on Wisconsin Avenue.
Can you walk to the Cathedral from these hotels?＋
Yes from the two closest options. Glover Park Hotel Georgetown is about a 13-minute walk and Placemakr Cathedral Heights about 20 minutes, both on Wisconsin Avenue. Woodley Park Guest House and the Omni Shoreham are closer to 24 and 26 minutes respectively, and most visitors from those properties take a Metrobus or a taxi instead.
Is there a Metro station near the National Cathedral?＋
The Cathedral does not have a Metro station at its door. The two nearest Red Line stations are Tenleytown-AU, about 1.4 miles north on Wisconsin Avenue, and Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan, about 1.3 miles east on foot. For most visitors, Metrobus is the more practical option: the Cathedral says numerous Metrobus lines stop within the blocks around it.
Which hotel has the best amenities in this area?＋
The Omni Shoreham Hotel at 2500 Calvert Street NW offers the most complete set of amenities, including a pool, spa, full-service restaurant, EV charging, and meeting rooms. It is 1.30 miles from the Cathedral, so most guests take the bus or a short taxi rather than walking.
Do any of these hotels offer complimentary breakfast?＋
Woodley Park Guest House at 2647 Woodley Road NW includes complimentary breakfast. None of the other three properties on this list offer it as a standard inclusion.
When does hotel demand spike near the Cathedral?＋
The Cathedral hosts state funerals, presidential inaugural prayer services, and major national memorial services, all of which draw large crowds. Check the Cathedral's public events calendar before booking if your travel dates are flexible.
