What is Bethesda Downtown like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Bethesda's Bethesda Downtown neighbourhood. Are you looking for Bethesda Downtown travel tips? Make sure that you visit The Bethesda Theater and Bethesda Row while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Bethesda Downtown?

Based on our traveller data, Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Bethesda Downtown. This hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton .

How many hotels will I find in Bethesda Downtown?

Expedia has 110 hotels and other accommodation options in Bethesda Downtown to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Bethesda area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Bethesda Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Bethesda Downtown.

What is there to do in this Bethesda neighbourhood?

Bethesda Downtown's sights and attractions like Gallery B, The Bethesda Theater and Imagination Stage offer insight into the local culture. Bethesda Row and Madonna of the Trail Statue are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Chevy Chase Circle and Senator Francis Newlands Statue are just a few of the places to visit in and around Bethesda Downtown. While you're out sightseeing in Bethesda, make sure that you visit other sights such as Bowlero Bethesda or The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton.

How can I get around Bethesda Downtown and the greater Bethesda area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Bethesda Center Station is the closest metro station.

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A modern outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, and a large glass facade of a building with the sign "CORELLA".

1. AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

Bethesda Downtown

Addison

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building in the background, and a clear sky.

2. The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Bethesda Downtown

Sayuri

RM537 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bar area with seating and a view of the cityscape.

3. Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ

Bethesda Downtown

Andrea

RM856 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern bar area with a panoramic city view, a large round table, and comfortable seating.

4. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

Bethesda Downtown

Don

RM542 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

The exterior of the Hilton Garden Inn with large windows, a brick-paved entrance, and a clear sky.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown

Bethesda Downtown

Gheryl

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, potted plants, and string lights against a sunset backdrop.

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Bethesda Downtown

Bethesda Downtown

Mary

RM741 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

7. American Inn Of Bethesda

Bethesda Downtown

Mary Ellen

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A spacious living room with large windows, a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

8. Global Luxury Suites Bethesda Chevy Chase

Bethesda Downtown

Kristin

RM734 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

9. Bluebird Suites near Chevy Chase

Bethesda Downtown

Yonas

RM652 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

5.3 km from Bethesda Downtown

Marinyl

RM516 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

11. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

10.7 km from Bethesda Downtown

Elias Simon

RM694 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An aerial view of a modern urban area with a large green space, a red double-decker bus, and contemporary buildings with glass facades.

12. The Watermark Hotel

12 km from Bethesda Downtown

Trent

RM1,060 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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.

13. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

13.5 km from Bethesda Downtown

Katie

RM486 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and an American flag.

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

11.2 km from Bethesda Downtown

Jamie

RM829 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a large chandelier, a colorful mural, and a cozy seating area.

15. Archer Hotel Tysons

11.9 km from Bethesda Downtown

Kawnejah

RM704 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern building with a glass facade overlooking a river with boats.

16. Hyatt House Washington DC/The Wharf

13.5 km from Bethesda Downtown

Emily

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A restaurant with a table set for two, a view of the Washington Monument, and a cityscape in the background.

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC - Crystal City

14.2 km from Bethesda Downtown

Irvin

RM630 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

18. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.

13.2 km from Bethesda Downtown

Antonio Adan

RM462 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A grand entrance with a fountain, steps, and a balustrade leading to a building with a brick facade and large windows.

19. Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

7.9 km from Bethesda Downtown

Lindsay

RM827 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a view of a city street at night, and modern buildings in the background.

20. Hyatt Centric Arlington

10.4 km from Bethesda Downtown

Nathalie

RM699 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Bethesda Downtown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
AC Hotel by Marriott Bethesda Downtown	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Marriott Bethesda Downtown at Marriott HQ	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 356 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Bethesda Downtown	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 809 reviews	View
The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,966 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Bethesda	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,277 reviews	View

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