Top 10 Hotels Near Howard University in Washington for 2026

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An opulent room with a high arched skylight, a checkered floor, and a formal dining setup with a floral centerpiece.

A grand entrance with a glass dome ceiling, ornate metal gates, and a checkered floor.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative archway.

A dining table with plates of food, glasses of wine, and a gift box, viewed through a window overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a tall monument.

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.1 km from Howard University

andrew

RM1,906

RM2,210 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a decorative ceiling.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a corner entrance.

A modern lobby with seating, a large abstract painting, and a view into the dining area.

A modern bar area with round tables and chairs, a central bar counter, and hanging spherical light fixtures.

2. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.7 km from Howard University

Maria

RM673

RM780 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, a large circular bar counter, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A rooftop terrace with a modern outdoor seating area, including a sofa and a round table with drinks and a lantern.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a long dining area with tables set for guests, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

3. Conrad Washington, DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.1 km from Howard University

David

RM1,420

RM1,647 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a table and chairs, a bed with a headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bookshelf.

A building facade with a 'MINT HOUSE' sign, large glass doors, and a fire hydrant.

A neatly made bed with white linens in a modern room with a wooden headboard, a large abstract painting above the bed, and a window with blinds.

4. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.2 km from Howard University

Dawn

RM772

RM895 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A building with brick walls, large windows, and outdoor seating.

A kitchen with a modern induction cooktop, a kettle, and a fire extinguisher. There are two windows with views of a balcony and buildings.

A bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and wooden ladder.

5. HighRoad Washington DC

1.9 km from Howard University

Greta

RM309

RM405 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a brick planter, and a glass entrance to a building.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A modern staircase with glass railings and a decorative ceiling light.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a spacious seating area, a reception desk, and a staircase with a glass railing.

6. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

1.8 km from Howard University

Erika

RM690

RM801 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with wooden bar counters, stools, and various bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel room with a glass dining table, black upholstered chairs, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and a city view.

A lobby with a reception desk, a chandelier, framed artwork, and a door labeled "The O'Blinor."

A bar with multiple beer taps and a variety of liquor bottles.

7. Phoenix Park Hotel

Northwest, 2.8 km from Howard University

Thomas Allen

RM625

RM856 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

An outdoor dining area with a glass ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a brick wall, and a large window.

A modern living room with a large sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, large windows with a view of the cityscape, and a balcony with a view of the Capitol building.

8. Arlo Washington DC

Northwest, 2.5 km from Howard University

Kenneth

RM514

RM762 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern seating, large windows, and hanging floral decorations.

A modern lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, and a staircase.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A table set for dining with chairs, a view of a cityscape, and a flag.

9. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

Northwest, 2.7 km from Howard University

deborah

RM613

RM876 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

An outdoor cafe with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and a covered area with a metal frame and hanging lights.

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, recessed lighting, and a large abstract artwork on the wall.

A modern restaurant with leather seating, dining tables set with white tableware, and hanging spherical chandeliers.

10. The Dupont Circle Hotel

Dupont Circle, 2.2 km from Howard University

Eric Ernest

RM889

RM1,031 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a water feature.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, glass partitions, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern room with two grey sofas, a round coffee table, and a wooden floor.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, blue armchairs, and a coffee table. There are shelves with decorative items and a plant.

11. ROOST White House

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.5 km from Howard University

Stephanie

RM1,017

RM1,179 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and purple chairs, a curved sofa, and a fireplace with a green rug.

A spacious lobby with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, and a glass display case with flowers.

A bar area with marble columns, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

A room with a red sofa, two round tables, and a red lamp.

12. Riggs Washington DC

Penn Quarter, 2.6 km from Howard University

Chance

RM1,041

RM1,396 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A modern breakfast bar with a checkered floor, glass display cases, and a variety of food items.

A pink building with a teal door, floral decorations, and a 'Sorry we're closed' sign.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and shelves with various items.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging light fixtures.

13. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

NoMa, 2 km from Howard University

Ryan

RM511

RM592 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Victorian-style building with a prominent turret, arched windows, and a brick facade.

A wooden staircase with white railings leading to a door marked "8081".

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a round ottoman, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a chandelier above and a large mirror on the wall.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a round dining table, and wicker chairs. There are large windows with a view of greenery outside.

14. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

Dupont Circle, 1.7 km from Howard University

Scott

RM1,490

RM1,727 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern reception area with a digital display showcasing a building's interior and exterior.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, large spiral wall art, and a spacious marble floor.

A spacious lobby with a long wooden table and multiple seating areas, large windows, and a modern interior design.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

1.8 km from Howard University

Darrel

RM617

RM715 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, greenery, and a person walking.

A restaurant with round tables, white cushioned seating, and hanging paper lanterns.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A person standing by a window with a view of buildings and a cityscape.

16. Lyle Washington D.C.

Dupont Circle, 1.8 km from Howard University

christer

RM695

RM948 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, elegant chandeliers, and a bar area in the background.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, wooden flooring, and a large chandelier.

A reception desk with three cushioned seating areas and a decorative floral arrangement on the wall behind.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a standing lamp, and a TV.

17. The Darcy Hotel

Dupont Circle, 1.9 km from Howard University

Ana

RM548

RM779 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a modern facade, a flag, and signage for 'Embassy Suites by Hilton'.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed area.

A multi-story hotel with a mix of modern and traditional architecture, featuring a prominent corner building with a brick facade and large windows.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a patterned tile floor, and a coffee machine.

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Downtown Washington D.C., 2.1 km from Howard University

Sara

RM801

RM928 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with a large illuminated sign reading "Calvin" and a neon "ON AIR" sign.

An outdoor patio with seating, potted plants, and a building with large windows in the background.

A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked bar counter, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern interior with tiered hanging lamps, seating areas, and abundant indoor plants.

19. Eaton DC

Downtown Washington D.C., 2 km from Howard University

Sina

RM604

RM866 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel entrance with a canopy sign, a glass door, and a brick-paved entrance area.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, bar stools, and a large fire feature.

20. Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.1 km from Howard University

RM760

RM882 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Howard University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Jefferson, Washington, DC	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 352 reviews	View
Conrad Washington, DC	9.6 Exceptional 880 reviews	View
Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa	9.6 Exceptional 222 reviews	View
HighRoad Washington DC	9.4 Exceptional 747 reviews	View

Top Howard University Hotel Reviews

The Darcy Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was phenomenal"

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the location of the hotel. The lobby bar and restaurant was also convenient."

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed the friendly staff. They were very responsive to my needs when I requested something via texting communication."

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This place was very good besides being close to sites in capital area. The rooms were clean and daily breakfast was excellent."

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"It was very convenient to an event we were attending. Had a great time and the room worked out great"

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for solo travel"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"awesome corner room views"

Conrad Washington, DC

10/10 Excellent

"I had a great stay here! At first, I was concerned that it was going to be noisy because my room was off of the central atrium, but it was not. My room was a nice size, and having a desk I could work at was great. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!"

Other attractions near Howard University

Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel

Find out about the history of Washington when you take a trip to Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel. Visit the notable monuments and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.

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Founders Library

After visiting Founders Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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Banneker Recreation Center

Banneker Recreation Center is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices.

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Griffith Stadium Site

You can find out about the history of Washington with a stop at Griffith Stadium Site. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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The Atlantis

You can enjoy a show at The Atlantis on your trip to Washington. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and stunning cathedral in this walkable area.

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9:30 Club

You can enjoy a show at 9:30 Club during your trip to Washington. Visit the stunning cathedral and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall

Learn about the local history of Washington with a stop at Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this walkable area.

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Flash

After visiting Flash, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Washington. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Howard University?

Howard University is located in a historic area of Washington known for its notable monuments and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 412 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Howard University?

Pure Voyage Shaw is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers private balconies and a rooftop terrace. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Howard University. Another good choice is U Street Capsule Hostel, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Howard University?

Expedia has 412 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Howard University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Howard University, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Howard University.

What can I see and do near Howard University?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at National Geographic Society, National Geographic Museum or National Museum of Women in the Arts. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include White House, Howard Theatre and Dupont Circle. You can catch a show at Lincoln Theater, Ford's Theater and Warner Theatre.

How can I get to Howard University?

Nearby metro stations include Cleveland Park Station, Van Ness-UDC Station and Woodley Park-Zoo Station. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Howard University hotels

1. The Jefferson, Washington, DC

2. Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

3. Conrad Washington, DC

4. Mint House Washington DC Downtown by Kasa

5. HighRoad Washington DC

6. Morrison Clark Historic Inn

7. Phoenix Park Hotel

8. Arlo Washington DC

9. The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Capitol Hill

10. The Dupont Circle Hotel

11. ROOST White House

12. Riggs Washington DC

13. citizenM Washington DC NoMa

14. Swann House Historic Dupont Circle Inn

15. Courtyard by Marriott Washington Downtown/Convention Center

16. Lyle Washington D.C.

17. The Darcy Hotel

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

19. Eaton DC

20. Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

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Top Howard University Hotel Reviews

The Darcy Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol

Holiday Inn Express Washington DC Downtown by IHG

Motto by Hilton Washington DC Downtown

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington DC Convention Center

Conrad Washington, DC

Other attractions near Howard University

Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel

Founders Library

Banneker Recreation Center

Griffith Stadium Site

The Atlantis

9:30 Club

Frederick Douglass Memorial Hall

Flash

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