Washington DC Foggy Bottom Hotel Near Smithsonian Institute

The Smithsonian Institute is comprised of several museums, galleries and research centers—several within walking distance of the Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel Washington D C.

Established in 1846 with funds bequeathed to the US by James Smithson, an English Scientist, the Smithsonian is one of the world’s foremost research centers in science, arts and the humanities. Besides the basic research carried on in each of the museums, there are a number of special facilities. With eighteen museums, galleries, and the national zoo, it is the largest museum Complex in the world. The institution holds more than 143.7 million artifacts and specimens in its trust. Ten Smithsonian museums and galleries are located on the National Mall between the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol. Six other museums and the Zoo are elsewhere in the Washington metropolitan area. The Cooper–Hewitt, National Design Museum and the National Museum of the American Indian’s George Gustav Heye Center are located in New York City. The newest museum to be established within the Smithsonian is the National Museum of African American History and Culture, which will be built on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

Visit the official website linked below for more information including operating hours and locations of all the museums and galleries.

The Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel is ideal for overnight accommodations when exploring the Smithsonian and all area attractions in Washington DC.  We offer 105 beautifully appointed suites with a selection of king or queen beds, fully equipped kitchens, high-speed Internet access and more.  Our Doubletree Guest Suites allow you to feel closer to home whether you are traveling for a few nights or longer.

Whenever you are in Washington DC, choose the Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel, a proud member of the Hilton® Family of Hotels.  All reservations booked on this site are eligible for the Hilton Family® Best Rate Guarantee and eligible for points and miles in the Hilton HHonors® program.