George Washington University Hotel near Foggy Bottom

The George Washington University (GW) is a private, coeducational university located in Washington, D.C. and is within walking distance of the Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel.

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The school was chartered on February 9, 1821 as The Columbian College in the District of Columbia by an Act of Congress and since that time has developed into a nonsectarian research institution. Located four blocks from the White House, GW is known for its undergraduate liberal arts education as well as its graduate and doctoral programs in social sciences, international affairs, medicine, public health, and law. Most of the university's undergraduate and graduate studies are conducted on its 43-acre, downtown Foggy Bottom campus, which is situated just a few blocks from the White House and the National Mall.

The Foggy Bottom campus is integrated into Washington, D.C. and because of this it has less of a traditional campus atmosphere than those of other universities. The university has a significant presence in the area. Signs indicating the relative location of various university buildings can be found on almost every street corner.

The nearby area surrounding GW's main library, Gelman Library, forms the hub of the campus. The seven-story library building, which contains over two million volumes, is constructed in the Brutalist architectural style of the 1970s. It features a concrete facade punctuated by windows that are divided by projecting vertical slabs. For most of the year, parts of the library are open 24 hours, 7 days per week for use by students, faculty and staff.

Visit the official website linked at the bottom of the page for more information including courses offered and admission requirements.

The Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel is ideal for overnight accommodations when visiting George Washington University and exploring all the 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.