Hotels in Kensington

Q: What accommodations do travelers recommend in Kensington?

Guests like Washington Plaza Hotel , Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC .

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1. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

Bethesda Downtown

$131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A gym with treadmills, weights, and exercise equipment.

2. EVEN Hotel Rockville - Washington DC Area by IHG

Rockville

$110 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern lobby with a central water feature, seating area, and a bar.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

Bethesda

$134 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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4. The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Bethesda Downtown

$138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 28 - Nov 29

A Comfort Inn hotel entrance with a brick facade, large glass doors, and potted plants.

5. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville

Gaithersburg

$114 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Staybridge Suites Tysons - McLean by IHG

McLean

$146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a green van parked outside, and a clear sky.

7. Holiday Inn Washington-College Pk (I-95) by IHG

College Park

$88 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

8. City Express by Marriott Washington, DC Northeast

Northeast

$96 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A Victorian-style building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance with steps.

9. HighRoad Washington DC

Northwest

$99 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

The Normandy Hotel's outdoor seating area with tables, chairs, and umbrellas.

10. The Normandy Hotel

Northwest

$124 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A large, historic hotel with a grand entrance, multiple floors, and classic architecture.

11. The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row

Northwest

$160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern lobby with a blue sofa, a staircase, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

12. Best Western Fairfax

Fairfax

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

13. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.

Northeast

$114 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center

Downtown Washington D.C.

$109 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a built-in TV.

15. Cambria Hotel College Park

Berwyn

$139 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern interior with exposed brick walls, a black reception desk, and directional signage for amenities like food, restrooms, and a hive bar.

16. Hotel Hive

Northwest

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A bar area with seating, a television, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

17. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

Downtown Washington D.C.

$108 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a checkered floor pattern. There are seating areas with armchairs and a sofa, and a staircase in the background.

18. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Arlington

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern living room with a blue sofa, colorful cushions, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

19. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

Northeast

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern hotel bar with a large mural, a chandelier, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

20. Archer Hotel Tysons

Tysons

$166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center

Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central North Kensington, why not stop by during your stay. If you have fun at Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center, you'll love National Museum of Health and Medicine and Brookside Gardens, both located nearby.

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White House, Walter E. Washington Convention Center, and Capital One Arena are some of the top attractions around Kensington.

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Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"In vicinity of the Convention Center, the area around also looked quite safe. Well maintained clean rooms and quiet corridors. Some street noise if you have a street/city view room, but bearable. Enjoyed the included breakfast, too. Great place to stay overall!!"

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was plesant ,accomindating and helpful and when our reservations were not found , an error on your part by the way. We were on the phone with Expedia for about 5 hours, in the lobby trying to rectify the situation. The front desk was there when we needed their support. The locaton was ideal for our travel plans, the room was clean and we were directed to several good eateries nearby."

The Darcy Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Darcy is a very attractive hotel in a convenient location. It has a lively, fun atmosphere. The highlights for me were the really nice bathroom and shower, and the great coffee shop attached to the hotel—Bluestone Lane. But most importantly, the staff was exceptional! They were all friendly, professional, attentive, and engaging. I would definitely stay at the Darcy again!"

citizenM Washington DC Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"We arrived earlier than check in time and the staff stored our luggage. The sitting areas were clean and comfortable. We used the public restroom in the hotel to freshen up, it was dark in there, so the lighting could be brighter. Our room was small, with one King bed but was very cozy and comfortable. The security on staff after hours was friendly and informative with how to use the afterhours door and then offered us water to take to our room. They accommodated our late check out request and even stored our luggage again after we checked out and went sight seeing. I will be returning to a CitizenM in the future."

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

8/10 Good

"Property location was great, hotel was clean and the staff were helpful. Room was very small (which we were okay with, but it was *very* tight), and had no fridge so we had to request a cooler from the front desk for medication that needed to stay cold. The drink tokens were a lovely touch, but they could not be used at the rooftop bar, and the downstairs bar closed too early for us to use ours, which was disappointing. Would stay again, just forewarned about the space and token usage."

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were friendly and helpful. The bed was super comfortable and my husband really enjoyed his breakfast, he said he liked how his eggs were cooked. I like that it is an older hotel and as such has its charm. I like that it didn’t feel like a chain. In the past we stayed at the Hyatt nearby, but it was $200 more expensive than the Hamilton. I do wish the front desk kept a cash drawer so I could get change for tipping. We would definitely stay there again."

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers recommend in Kensington?

Guests like Washington Plaza Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC.

Can I book a refundable hotel in Kensington?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Kensington, most hotels provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

What will the weather in Kensington be like during my trip?

July and August are typically the warmest months in Kensington when the average temp is 75°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 38°F. July and June are the months with the most rain.

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