𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Kensington (2026)

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A swimming pool with a tiled wall, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

Bethesda

Aisha

₹13,636

₹15,409 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A modern hotel lobby with round tables, chairs, and a buffet area.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a dining table.

2. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

Bethesda Downtown

Sean

₹11,695

₹13,215 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, overlooking a cityscape.

A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies and a prominent entrance labeled "The Bethesda Hotel."

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by buildings and cityscape views.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a TV, a dining area, and a view of the city.

3. The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Bethesda Downtown

Christine

₹10,742

₹12,138 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern retail space with shelves stocked with snacks, a refrigerated display, and a central table with packaged goods.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A gym with treadmills, weights, and exercise equipment.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a television.

4. EVEN Hotel Rockville - Washington DC Area by IHG

Rockville

Wei

₹9,211

₹10,593 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern hotel corridor with a glass railing, wooden paneling, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, a sofa, and a modern chandelier.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown

Bethesda Downtown

Rebecca

₹10,893

₹12,309 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A building with a central tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a paved walkway.

A spacious room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern conference room with a wooden table, grey chairs, and large windows offering a view of a garden.

A well-manicured lawn with a building in the background.

6. William F. Bolger Center

Potomac

Emily

₹13,449

₹15,198 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a television, and a dining area.

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a wall adorned with black and white photographs.

A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including tables and booths.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a modern design.

7. The Hotel at the University of Maryland

College Park

Jessica

₹12,846

₹14,516 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with multiple floors and a parking lot.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

A laundry facility with two Speed Queen Commercial Washers, a sign indicating guest use only, and a tiled floor.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites College Park-University Area by IHG

College Park

Imad

₹9,113

₹10,298 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

A multi-story building with a storefront labeled 'CAMBRIA' and a visible entrance with steps leading up to the door.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern building with large glass doors and a sign reading "CAMBRIA".

9. Cambria Hotel College Park

Berwyn

Sandra

₹12,679

₹14,327 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A bathroom with a bathtub, a bench, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a bench, and a window with curtains.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a sign labeled "Pan-Ke".

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

College Park

Tajebe

₹8,354

₹9,439 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern bar area with a central island, multiple shelves of bottles, and a television screen.

A modern bar area with a long counter, blue chairs, and a central round table.

A modern hotel lobby with a brick floor, large planters with flowers, and a glass entrance.

A well-lit entrance to a hotel with a modern building, a curved driveway, and surrounding greenery.

11. Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

Greenbelt

Antavia

₹8,638

₹9,761 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with wooden flooring, a buffet area with various food options, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

A gym with multiple treadmills, a stationary bike, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville

Gaithersburg

Evelio

₹9,602

₹10,850 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and built-in microwave.

A hotel with a modern glass facade, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a reception desk, and a large window with a view of trees and buildings.

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

Downtown Washington D.C.

Sara

₹13,933

₹16,156 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A modern building with the 'HYATT PLACE' sign, featuring a prominent entrance with a glass facade and a series of lights above.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A gym with mirrored walls, a bench press, and dumbbells.

14. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

Court House

KayLeigh

₹13,669

₹15,617 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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.

A modern hotel room with a living area, dining space, and large windows offering a city view.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a desk, a television, and a large window with a city view.

A table with a dark cloth and candles, overlooking a cityscape at night.

15. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

Arlington

Linda

₹8,795

₹10,048 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

A modern lobby with a curved reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A balcony with a glass railing, a round table with chairs, and a bottle of champagne.

A bar with multiple shelves of bottles, a television screen, and a modern chandelier.

16. The Watermark Hotel

Tysons

Ivan

₹15,847

₹18,224 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and tables, each with a bottle of water.

A restaurant with yellow chairs and tables, a patterned floor, and an exit sign.

A spiral staircase with a black metal railing, leading to an upper floor.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the cityscape.

17. Washington Plaza Hotel

Downtown Washington D.C.

Barbara

₹10,140

₹11,757 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A hotel lobby with a beverage cooler stocked with various drinks, a snack shelf, and a 'The Market' sign.

A compact hotel room with a desk, computer, and seating area.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

18. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.

Northeast

Margarita

₹9,315

₹10,801 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchair, and a small table with a vase.

A conference room with two desks, two chairs, a printer, and decorative wall art.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A restaurant with a self-service coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

19. Best Western Plus College Park Hotel

Berwyn

Mark

₹11,216

₹12,674 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and a modern architectural design.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'ARCHER HOTEL' sign, a ground-level bar, and a modern glass facade.

20. Archer Hotel Tysons

Tysons

Ariel

₹12,302

₹14,148 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Where to stay in Kensington

Find the best Kensington areas for the activities you enjoy most.Learn more about Kensington

South Kensington

South Kensington is well liked for its churches and architecture. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, National Museum of Health and Medicine and Strathmore are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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Rock Creek Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Rock Creek Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Strathmore and National Museum of Health and Medicine.

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Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center during your stay in North Kensington.

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Antique lovers flock to Kensington's famous district where dozens of shops offer treasures from Victorian furniture to vintage toys. Nearby Rock Creek Park offers hiking trails, while the town's weekend farmers market showcases local produce and artisan crafts.

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Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

10/10 Excellent

"So Swanky Hip Modern and Free Flowing"

Washington Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great, super friendly. The hotel was clean and the pool was beautiful. Parking at the property was tight It was in walking distance from the mall so it was nice we didn’t have to take the car out again after we parked"

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

8/10 Good

"It was nice but vintage. It was in the city center of DC. So that was nice. The price was good too; just didn’t like the resort fee."

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

8/10 Good

"it looks okay, but it’s outdated and the bed was extremely uncomfortable, super cheap sheets felt like plastic. Overall okay but that bit was just disappointing"

Courtyard by Marriott Springfield

10/10 Excellent

"It was great, it was very clean, staff was kind and helpful, they made us feel very welcome on our trip."

Gateway Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

10/10 Excellent

"We love our stay here. We appreciated the wonderful breakfast and the staff. The Metro was a blessing, we don't have to drive in the busy DC area. The parking was a bit confusing though. But overall it was very good. We will come back!"

The Westin DC Downtown

8/10 Good

"The staff is very attentive to parties and loud activity in the guest rooms. We were there on the night of a big concert at the arena and guests were really misbehaving. Security was responsive but it was not a restful Night of sleep"

More cheap stays in Kensington

Quality Inn Mt. Vernon

7212 Richmond Hwy Alexandria VA

₹6,374

₹7,330 total

15 Nov - 16 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Motel 6 Laurel, DC - Washington Northeast

3510 Old Annapolis Rd Laurel MD

₹6,641

₹7,571 total

3 Nov - 4 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (1,905 reviews)

Econo Lodge Metro

6800 Lee Hwy Arlington VA

₹7,355

₹8,404 total

15 Nov - 16 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (1,053 reviews)

District Hotel

1440 Rhode Island Ave NW Washington DC

₹8,420

₹10,080 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Gateway Hotel

2700 New York Ave NE Washington DC

₹11,204

₹12,992 total

27 Oct - 28 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (816 reviews)

Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key

1900 Fort Myer Dr Arlington VA

₹14,443

₹16,501 total

30 Oct - 31 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kensington?

Washington Plaza Hotel, located 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from the heart of Kensington, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your trip to the area are Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol and Hamilton Hotel Washington DC. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kensington.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kensington.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Kensington?

Washington Plaza Hotel: Hotel, 9-minute walk from Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Features complimentary wireless Internet access, a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol and Arlo Washington DC are a couple of other choices that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Kensington.

What is staying in Kensington like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Kensington has to offer, including the temples, entertainment choices and churches. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its theatres. White House, Capital One Arena and Union Station Shopping Center are some of the top sights around the area. In Kensington, there are 6 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Kensington.

What are the top places to visit in Kensington?

A favourite place to visit is Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center. You'll also find White House and Capital One Arena in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Kensington guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Kensington?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Kensington is 1311 mm.

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Our top choices for Kensington hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Bethesda Washington DC

2. Hyatt Regency Bethesda

3. The Bethesdan Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. EVEN Hotel Rockville - Washington DC Area by IHG

5. Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown

6. William F. Bolger Center

7. The Hotel at the University of Maryland

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites College Park-University Area by IHG

9. Cambria Hotel College Park

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

11. Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG

12. Comfort Inn Shady Grove - Gaithersburg - Rockville

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

14. Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza

15. Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel

16. The Watermark Hotel

17. Washington Plaza Hotel

18. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Washington D.C.

19. Best Western Plus College Park Hotel

20. Archer Hotel Tysons

Where to stay in Kensington

South Kensington

Rock Creek Hills

Stay near popular Kensington attractions

Sebrof-Forbes Cultural Arts Center

Learn more about Kensington

Top Kensington Hotel Reviews

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

Washington Plaza Hotel

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Moxy Washington DC Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Springfield

Gateway Hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington DC Chevy Chase Pavilion

The Westin DC Downtown

More cheap stays in Kensington

Quality Inn Mt. Vernon

Motel 6 Laurel, DC - Washington Northeast

Econo Lodge Metro

District Hotel

Gateway Hotel

Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key

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