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Hotels in central Washington, DC, Thanksgiving weekend, Nov 27 to 29, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 20 of the 49 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

This selection covers the White House and central neighborhoods through Capitol Hill and the Southwest Waterfront. Arlington and Alexandria across the Potomac are separate selections.

Downtown and the White House: choose downtown for an easy itinerary, not a neighborhood escape. Dupont Circle and Logan Circle: stay here for restaurants, LGBTQ nightlife and a proper neighborhood feel. Foggy Bottom and West End: a polished western base with useful trains and relatively calm evenings. The Wharf and Southwest Waterfront: choose the Wharf for waterfront evenings rather than old Washington character.

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Hotels in central Washington, DC, Thanksgiving weekend, Nov 27 to 29, 2026

This selection covers the White House and central neighborhoods through Capitol Hill and the Southwest Waterfront. Arlington and Alexandria across the Potomac are separate selections.

Compound search: hotels located in central Washington, DC (the White House and central neighborhoods through Capitol Hill and the Southwest Waterfront); check-in 2026-11-27, check-out 2026-11-29, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults; no budget cap. Neighborhoods on this page: Downtown & the White House; Dupont Circle & Logan Circle; Foggy Bottom & West End; The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-11-27 to 2026-11-29; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (20 of 49 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Downtown & the White House: Choose downtown for an easy itinerary, not a neighborhood escape. Typical $297 a night. Subway: Farragut North has Red.
  • Dupont Circle & Logan Circle: Stay here for restaurants, LGBTQ nightlife and a proper neighborhood feel. Typical $317 a night. Subway: Dupont has Red.
  • Foggy Bottom & West End: A polished western base with useful trains and relatively calm evenings. Typical $239 a night. Subway: Foggy Bottom–GWU has Blue/Orange/Silver.
  • The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront: Choose the Wharf for waterfront evenings rather than old Washington character. Typical $345 a night. Subway: Waterfront has Green.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. The Baron Hotel — 3-star, independent

2. Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG — 3-star, Holiday Inn

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center — 3-star, Homewood Suites by Hilton

4. citizenM Washington DC Capitol — 4-star, independent

5. Washington Plaza Hotel — 4-star, independent

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown — 3-star, Fairfield Inn by Marriott

More hotels in the area (43)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Thanksgiving weekend, Nov 27 to 29, 2026
  1. The Baron Hotel, Foggy Bottom & West End
    #1 of 6 · Foggy Bottom & West End

    The Baron Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $101a night · Nov 27 to 29

    A very low-rate Dupont base for travelers interested in the on-site comedy club. You accept late-night noise, worn compact rooms and uncertain elevator access.

    $5/night less than Expedia (4%)

    Axel $199 vs $208 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $201 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG, Dupont Circle & Logan Circle
    #2 of 6 · Dupont Circle & Logan Circle

    Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House by IHG

    3-star · Holiday Inn

    $110a night · Nov 27 to 29

    Practical family comforts with microwaves, refrigerators and complimentary guest laundry. You accept noise, older-hotel wear and a summer-only rooftop pool. 20 minutes' walk to White House.

    $9/night less than Expedia (8%)

    Axel $221 vs $239 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $221 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center, Penn Quarter & Chinatown
    #3 of 6 · Penn Quarter & Chinatown

    Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center

    3-star · Homewood Suites by Hilton

    $111a night · Nov 27 to 29

    Lower-rate kitchen-equipped suites with breakfast for longer convention stays. You accept shared-facility renovations scheduled through late November 2026.

    $26/night less than Expedia (18%)

    Axel $235 vs $288 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $222 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. citizenM Washington DC Capitol, The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront
    #4 of 6 · The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront

    citizenM Washington DC Capitol

    4-star · Independent

    $113a night · Nov 27 to 29

    A lower-rate, design-led sleeping base for light-packing museum visitors. You accept tiny rooms, awkward shared-bed access and occasional control glitches. 20 minutes' walk to United States Capitol, 25 minutes' walk to Washington Monument.

    $5/night less than Expedia (3%)

    Axel $362 vs $373 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 19, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $227 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 26, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Washington Plaza Hotel, Dupont Circle & Logan Circle
    #5 of 6 · Dupont Circle & Logan Circle

    Washington Plaza Hotel

    4-star · Independent

    $113a night · Nov 27 to 29

    Lower-rate full-service comfort with especially warm staff and a seasonal outdoor pool. You accept dated decor; the pool is seasonal and breakfast costs extra. 15 minutes' walk to White House.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $227 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown, Penn Quarter & Chinatown
    #6 of 6 · Penn Quarter & Chinatown

    Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown

    3-star · Fairfield Inn by Marriott

    $118a night · Nov 27 to 29

    A lower-rate Chinatown base with included breakfast, mini-fridges and friendly staff. You accept compact or aging rooms, street noise and alternate-day housekeeping. 25 minutes' walk to White House, 25 minutes' walk to United States Capitol.

    $17/night less than Booking.com (12%)

    Axel $236 vs $269 on Booking.com for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026.

    Nov 27 to 29, two adults: $236 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

20 of 49 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., A Tribute Portfolio Hotel · Dupont Circle · 4-star$296/night less than Expedia (64%)

    Axel $336 vs $927 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  2. 2. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG · The Wharf · 5-star$306/night less than Expedia (49%)

    Axel $640 vs $1,253 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  3. 3. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle · Foggy Bottom · 4-star$169/night less than Expedia (44%)

    Axel $432 vs $770 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  4. 4. The Watergate Hotel · Foggy Bottom · 5-star$75/night less than Expedia (23%)

    Axel $512 vs $663 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  5. 5. Le Méridien Washington, D.C., The Madison · Dupont Circle · 4-star$32/night less than Expedia (20%)

    Axel $263 vs $327 on Expedia for Nov 24 to 26, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 16, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  6. 6. Salamander Washington DC · The Wharf · 5-star$66/night less than Expedia (20%)

    Axel $534 vs $667 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  7. 7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center · Penn Quarter · 3-star$26/night less than Expedia (18%)

    Axel $235 vs $288 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

  8. 8. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf · The Wharf · 3-star$44/night less than Expedia (17%)

    Axel $420 vs $508 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 19, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 27 to 29

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

43 more
  1. 1. Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters · Dupont Circle · 4-star$118Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  2. 2. State Plaza Hotel · Foggy Bottom · 3-star$119Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  3. 3. Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG · The Wharf · 3-star$35/night less than Expedia (15%)$126Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  4. 4. Le Méridien Washington, D.C., The Madison · Dupont Circle · 4-star$32/night less than Expedia (20%)$133Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  5. 5. Hamilton Hotel Washington DC · Downtown · 4-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$134Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  6. 6. Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown · Penn Quarter · 3-star$136Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  7. 7. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle · Foggy Bottom · 4-star$169/night less than Expedia (44%)$144Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  8. 8. Phoenix Park Hotel · Capitol Hill · 3-star$23/night less than Expedia (12%)$145Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  9. 9. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Downtown · Downtown · 3-star$147Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  10. 10. YOTEL Washington DC · Capitol Hill · 4-star$42/night less than Expedia (15%)$148Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  11. 11. Tabard Inn · Dupont Circle · 3-star$152Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  12. 12. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf · The Wharf · 3-star$44/night less than Expedia (17%)$156Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  13. 13. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa · Downtown · 3-star$159Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  14. 14. The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center · Dupont Circle · 4-star$164Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  15. 15. The Melrose Georgetown Hotel · Foggy Bottom · 4-star$21/night less than Expedia (12%)$165Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  16. 16. Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf Hotel · The Wharf · 3-star$168Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  17. 17. Capitol Hill Hotel · Capitol Hill · 4-star$172Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  18. 18. Capital Hilton · Downtown · 4-star$180Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  19. 19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center · Penn Quarter · 3-star$181Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  20. 20. Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall · The Wharf · 3-star$19/night less than Expedia (6%)$182Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  21. 21. Washington Marriott at Metro Center · Downtown · 3-star$34/night less than Expedia (11%)$190Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  22. 22. Grand Hyatt Washington · Penn Quarter · 4-star$191Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  23. 23. Kimpton George Hotel by IHG · Capitol Hill · 4-star$191Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  24. 24. The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., A Tribute Portfolio Hotel · Dupont Circle · 4-star$296/night less than Expedia (64%)$192Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  25. 25. Washington Marriott Georgetown · Foggy Bottom · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (7%)$192Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  26. 26. The Morrow Washington Dc, Curio Collection By Hilton · Capitol Hill · 5-star$198Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  27. 27. The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection · Downtown · 4-star$208Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  28. 28. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Georgetown · Foggy Bottom · 3-star$213Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  29. 29. The Dupont Circle Hotel · Dupont Circle · 4-star$213Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  30. 30. Marriott Marquis Washington, DC · Penn Quarter · 4-star$216Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  31. 31. Hotel Washington · Downtown · 5-star$228Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  32. 32. Salamander Washington DC · The Wharf · 5-star$66/night less than Expedia (20%)$230Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  33. 33. JW Marriott Washington DC · Downtown · 4-star$236Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  34. 34. The Watergate Hotel · Foggy Bottom · 5-star$75/night less than Expedia (23%)$254Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  35. 35. InterContinental Washington D.C. - The Wharf by IHG · The Wharf · 5-star$306/night less than Expedia (49%)$257Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  36. 36. Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall · The Wharf · 3-star$270Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  37. 37. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Washington DC by IHG · Penn Quarter · 4-star$275Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  38. 38. Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf · The Wharf · 4-star$306Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  39. 39. Conrad Washington, DC · Penn Quarter · 5-star$320Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  40. 40. Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown · Foggy Bottom · 5-star$349Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  41. 41. Willard InterContinental Washington by IHG · Downtown · 5-star$434Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  42. 42. The Jefferson, Washington, DC · Dupont Circle · 5-star$538Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
  43. 43. Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC · Foggy Bottom · 5-star$1,583Rooms for Nov 27 to 29
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