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Marriott hotels in Washington, DC and nearby Virginia, Nov 9 to 12, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 3 nights, Monday to Thursday, 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 11 of the 24 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every hotel here is part of the Marriott family. The Washington, DC and nearby Virginia selection spans Downtown & the White House, Penn Quarter & Chinatown, Dupont Circle & Logan Circle, Foggy Bottom & West End, The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront, Capitol Hill & Union Station, Woodley Park & Adams Morgan, Navy Yard & Capitol Riverfront, Rosslyn & Arlington, Georgetown, Crystal City & Pentagon City and Old Town Alexandria. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Downtown and the White House: choose downtown for an easy itinerary, not a neighborhood escape. Rosslyn and Arlington: rosslyn trades neighborhood charm for exceptionally useful cross-river connections. Dupont Circle and Logan Circle: stay here for restaurants, LGBTQ nightlife and a proper neighborhood feel. Crystal City and Pentagon City: choose it for Reagan Airport and shopping, not Washington street character.

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Marriott hotels in Washington, DC and nearby Virginia, Nov 9 to 12, 2026

Every hotel here is part of the Marriott family. The Washington, DC and nearby Virginia selection spans Downtown & the White House, Penn Quarter & Chinatown, Dupont Circle & Logan Circle, Foggy Bottom & West End, The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront, Capitol Hill & Union Station, Woodley Park & Adams Morgan, Navy Yard & Capitol Riverfront, Rosslyn & Arlington, Georgetown, Crystal City & Pentagon City and Old Town Alexandria. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Compound search: hotels in the Marriott family, located in Washington, DC and nearby Virginia (Downtown & the White House, Penn Quarter & Chinatown, Dupont Circle & Logan Circle, Foggy Bottom & West End, The Wharf & Southwest Waterfront, Capitol Hill & Union Station, Woodley Park & Adams Morgan, Navy Yard & Capitol Riverfront, Rosslyn & Arlington, Georgetown, Crystal City & Pentagon City and Old Town Alexandria); check-in 2026-11-09, check-out 2026-11-12, 3 nights, 1 room, 2 adults; no budget cap. Neighborhoods on this page: Downtown & the White House; Rosslyn & Arlington; Dupont Circle & Logan Circle; Crystal City & Pentagon City. 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 2026-11-09 to 2026-11-12; 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 (11 of 24 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.
  • Rosslyn & Arlington: Rosslyn trades neighborhood charm for exceptionally useful cross-river connections. Typical $232 a night. Subway: Rosslyn has Blue/Orange/Silver.
  • Dupont Circle & Logan Circle: Stay here for restaurants, LGBTQ nightlife and a proper neighborhood feel. Typical $317 a night. Subway: Dupont has Red.
  • Crystal City & Pentagon City: Choose it for Reagan Airport and shopping, not Washington street character. Typical $254 a night. Subway: Crystal City and Pentagon City have Blue/Yellow.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn — 3-star, Courtyard by Marriott

2. Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol — 3-star, Courtyard by Marriott

3. The Westin Alexandria Old Town — 4-star, Westin

4. The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., A Tribute Portfolio Hotel — 4-star, Destination Hotels

5. Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria — 4-star, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts

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

More hotels in the area (18)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Nov 9 to 12, 2026
  1. Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn, Rosslyn & Arlington
    #1 of 6 · Rosslyn & Arlington

    Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn

    3-star · Courtyard by Marriott

    $125a night · Nov 9 to 12

    A lower-rate, comfortable sleeping base within a short walk of Rosslyn Metro. You accept dated finishes; breakfast and garage parking usually cost extra.

    $32/night less than Expedia (16%)

    Axel $345 vs $409 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 9 to 12, two adults: $374 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 20, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol, Capitol Hill & Union Station
    #2 of 6 · Capitol Hill & Union Station

    Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol

    3-star · Courtyard by Marriott

    $163a night · Nov 9 to 12

    A station-adjacent NoMa base for car-free trips and Union Market outings. You accept water-damage repairs and air-conditioning reliability need checking.

    $13/night less than Expedia (9%)

    Axel $248 vs $274 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 18, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 4 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 9 to 12, two adults: $488 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 20, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. The Westin Alexandria Old Town, Old Town Alexandria
    #3 of 6 · Old Town Alexandria

    The Westin Alexandria Old Town

    4-star · Westin

    $186a night · Nov 9 to 12

    Comfortable, spacious rooms and accommodating staff for quieter Carlyle business stays. You accept away from the waterfront, paid valet and no pool.

    $9/night less than Expedia (5%)

    Axel $298 vs $315 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 3 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 9 to 12, two adults: $558 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 20, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Dupont Circle & Logan Circle
    #4 of 6 · Dupont Circle & Logan Circle

    The Ven at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C., A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

    4-star · Destination Hotels

    $192a night · Nov 9 to 12

    Lower-rate design-minded comfort near Dupont Metro, with a sociable seasonal rooftop. You accept uneven room finishes, small bathrooms and seasonal rooftop restrictions.

    $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.

    Nov 9 to 12, two adults: $577 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 20, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria, Old Town Alexandria
    #5 of 6 · Old Town Alexandria

    Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria

    4-star · Sheraton Hotels and Resorts

    $204a night · Nov 9 to 12

    Separate suite space in walkable Old Town North, with a useful DCA shuttle. You accept destination fees and uneven housekeeping or billing follow-through.

    $15/night less than Expedia (7%)

    Axel $397 vs $428 on Expedia for Dec 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 9 to 12, two adults: $612 all in for 3 nights, of which $87 is taxes and fees, non-refundable. Seen Oct 20, 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

    $210a night · Nov 9 to 12

    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 9 to 12, two adults: $631 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 22, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

11 of 24 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 9 to 12

  2. 2. 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 9 to 12

  3. 3. Sonesta Select Arlington Rosslyn · Rosslyn · 3-star$32/night less than Expedia (16%)

    Axel $345 vs $409 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 7 of 7 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 9 to 12

  4. 4. The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection · Old Town Alexandria · 4-star$41/night less than Expedia (15%)

    Axel $463 vs $544 on Expedia for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026. Rooms for Nov 9 to 12

  5. 5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Washington, DC/Downtown · Penn Quarter · 3-star$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. Rooms for Nov 9 to 12

  6. 6. Washington Marriott at Metro Center · Downtown · 3-star$34/night less than Expedia (11%)

    Axel $584 vs $652 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026. Rooms for Nov 9 to 12

  7. 7. Courtyard Washington, DC/U.S. Capitol · Capitol Hill · 3-star$13/night less than Expedia (9%)

    Axel $248 vs $274 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 18, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 3 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 9 to 12

  8. 8. Washington Marriott Georgetown · Foggy Bottom · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (7%)

    Axel $459 vs $494 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 28, 2026. Rooms for Nov 9 to 12

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

18 more
  1. 1. Crystal Gateway Marriott · Crystal City · 4-star$243Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  2. 2. The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection · Old Town Alexandria · 4-star$41/night less than Expedia (15%)$248Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  3. 3. Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse · Rosslyn · 3-star$266Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  4. 4. Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National · Crystal City · 3-star$273Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  5. 5. Washington Marriott Georgetown · Foggy Bottom · 4-star$17/night less than Expedia (7%)$302Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  6. 6. The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center · Dupont Circle · 4-star$336Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  7. 7. Marriott Marquis Washington, DC · Penn Quarter · 4-star$341Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  8. 8. Hotel Washington · Downtown · 5-star$343Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  9. 9. The Mayflower Hotel, Autograph Collection · Downtown · 4-star$394Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  10. 10. Residence Inn Washington Capitol Hill/Navy Yard · Navy Yard · 3-star$16/night less than Expedia (4%)$403Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  11. 11. Residence Inn by Marriott Washington, DC National Mall · The Wharf · 3-star$414Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  12. 12. Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington at Rosslyn · Rosslyn · 3-star$430Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  13. 13. Le Méridien Washington, D.C., The Madison · Dupont Circle · 4-star$32/night less than Expedia (20%)$431Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  14. 14. Le Meridien Arlington · Rosslyn · 4-star$439Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  15. 15. JW Marriott Washington DC · Downtown · 4-star$519Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  16. 16. Washington Marriott at Metro Center · Downtown · 3-star$34/night less than Expedia (11%)$552Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  17. 17. The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City · Crystal City · 5-star$852Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
  18. 18. The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C. · Georgetown · 5-star$905Rooms for Nov 9 to 12
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