This list covers hotels within 1 mile of 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 moved a hotel up. Where star ratings matched, verified sustainability credentials gave a hotel the edge. Guest satisfaction scores informed the final pool but did not override proximity.
One candidate from the original inventory, the Deluxe King Master Suite at 3703 Windom Place NW, was excluded because it is a private residential rental unit, not a bookable hotel. The Days Inn by Wyndham at 4400 Connecticut Avenue NW is 1.18 miles from the Cathedral and falls outside the 1-mile threshold, so it does not appear here. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Placemakr Cathedral Heights | 0.52 mi | 10 min | 2 stars | 9.2 | Tenleytown-AU (Red Line), ~18 min walk |
| Glover Park Hotel Georgetown | 0.81 mi | 16 min | 4 stars | 8.4 | Tenleytown-AU (Red Line), ~20 min walk |
| Woodley Park Guest House | 0.97 mi | 19 min | 3 stars | 9.0 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line), ~10 min walk |
| Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC | 1.30 mi | 26 min | 4 stars | 8.6 | Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line), ~8 min walk |
Getting to the Cathedral without a car
- Metrobus routes 31 and 33 run along Wisconsin Avenue NW and stop directly in front of the Cathedral at 3101 Wisconsin Avenue. From Glover Park Hotel Georgetown or Placemakr Cathedral Heights, the bus is faster than walking on a hot or rainy day.
- The Tenleytown-AU Metro station (Red Line) is the closest rail stop to the Cathedral, roughly 0.9 miles southeast along Wisconsin Avenue. From there, the 31/33 bus covers the gap in about 5 minutes.
- Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan station (Red Line) is closer to the Woodley Park Guest House and the Omni Shoreham, but it is about 1.5 miles from the Cathedral by road. The N2/N4/N6 Metrobus lines along Massachusetts Avenue NW connect that station area to the Cathedral Close.
- The Cathedral hosts state funerals and major national services several times a year. On those days, Wisconsin Avenue closes to through traffic and hotel demand in this corridor spikes. Book early if your visit coincides with a nationally televised service.
The hotels
Placemakr Cathedral Heights
4000 Wisconsin Ave NW
9.275 reviews
18 min walk to Tenleytown-AU (Red Line)At 0.52 miles from the Cathedral entrance, Placemakr Cathedral Heights is the closest hotel on Wisconsin Avenue to the Cathedral Close, and its guest score of 9.2 is the highest on this list.
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Glover Park Hotel Georgetown
2505 Wisconsin Ave Nw
8.4533 reviews
20 min walk to Tenleytown-AU (Red Line)The Glover Park Hotel Georgetown is the only 4-star property within 1 mile of the Cathedral, sitting 0.81 miles north on Wisconsin Avenue with direct bus access via the 31/33 lines.
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Woodley Park Guest House
2647 Woodley Road, NW
9.020 reviews
10 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, and at 0.97 miles it is just inside the 1-mile threshold.
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Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
2500 Calvert St Nw
8.62,248 reviews
8 min walk to Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan (Red Line)The Omni Shoreham is the largest full-service hotel in this corridor, with a pool, spa, and EV charging, and its 4-star rating and historic Woodley Park address make it the strongest amenity option at 1.30 miles from the Cathedral.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to the Washington National Cathedral?＋
Placemakr Cathedral Heights at 4000 Wisconsin Avenue NW is the closest, at 0.52 miles from the Cathedral entrance. At a standard walking pace, that is about a 10-minute walk south on Wisconsin Avenue.
Can you walk to the Cathedral from these hotels?＋
Yes from the two closest options. Placemakr Cathedral Heights is a 10-minute walk and Glover Park Hotel Georgetown is about 16 minutes, both on Wisconsin Avenue with no turns required. Woodley Park Guest House and the Omni Shoreham are closer to 19 and 26 minutes respectively, and most visitors from those properties take the 31 or 33 Metrobus on Wisconsin Avenue 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 0.9 miles southeast on Wisconsin Avenue, and Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan, about 1.5 miles south by road. For most visitors, Metrobus routes 31 and 33 along Wisconsin Avenue NW are the more practical transit option, stopping directly in front of the Cathedral at 3101 Wisconsin Avenue.
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 and close Wisconsin Avenue to traffic. On those days, hotels in Glover Park, Cathedral Heights, and Woodley Park fill quickly. Check the Cathedral's public events calendar before booking if your travel dates are flexible.
