Should You Stay Near the Woodley Park Metro (Zoo) Metro?

Written by Katie Howard – Updated November 14, 2023
Where To Stay in Washington, D.C. > Woodley Park

What is the Best Woodley Park Metro (Zoo) Hotel?


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1484271751_08_thumbs_upThe Best Woodley Park Hotel: Omni
Why: Historic, Resort Feel, Nice Pool

There is one hotel option within walking distance to the Woodley Park Metro station near the National Zoo. That is the Omni. Travelers should understand that this is a mega hotel built for conferences and sometimes high school field trips. You might feel like a number here rather than a guest. On the plus side, the hotels sit in a charming neighborhood and the hotel grounds are well cared for creating more of a resort feel. Don’t expect to get freebies like internet, parking or breakfast, all that is charged and usually at a premium. The Omni has a nice outdoor pool.

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Staying Near the Woodley Park Metro


nieghborhood_vibe_48Woodley Park Neighborhood: Woodley Park can be an expensive area to stay in, but is a great option for families who are looking to spend some time at the Zoo, or for visitors looking to party with the locals. Woodley Park is an affluent neighborhood in northwest DC on the red line. North of Dupont Circle, Woodley Park is home to families and young professionals in a mix of apartment buildings and single-family homes. While Woodley Park is generally quite safe, Adams Morgan, the adjacent neighborhood across the Duke Ellington Bridge does attract rowdy crowds on weekends—you can except fights even with a heavy police presence, this is the most intense bar scene in DC. The main attraction at Woodley Park is the National Zoo, part of the Smithsonian Institution. Free and open every day except Dec. 25, the Zoo is a favorite for young and old alike. Woodley Park also has easy access to the trails in Rock Creek Park.

things_to_do_48 Woodley Park – Where to Eat, What to Do, Pictures

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Things to Do in Woodley Park

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things_to_do_48Things to Do: The main attraction at Woodley Park is the National Zoo, part of the Smithsonian Institution. Free and open every day except Dec. 25, the Zoo is a favorite for young and old alike. The pandas are a main attraction, as is the newly opened elephant habitat. Keep an eye out in the sky for the monkeys that traverse their own ziplines. Woodley Park also has easy access to the trails in Rock Creek Park.

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what_to_east_48What to Eat: Woodley Park has a lot of dining options and family-friendly places on offer. Open City is a popular local spot. You can expect long lines on weekends, but the food is worth it, especially the large variety of vegetarian options. Brunch is particularly popular here. Hot ‘n’ Juicy serves up “finger lickin’ good” crawfish and District Kitchen is also a local hot spot. Across the bridge, Adams Morgan is a nightlife hub, mostly for college students and early to mid 20s locals, but there are a few bars that cater to a slightly older crowd. Southern Hospitality is great for dinner or drinks, and Perry’s is famous for its drag brunch. After a night at the Adams Morgan bars, get a jump on your hangover by joining the locals at the various joints offering “jumbo slice” pizza.


Hotels in Woodley Park

1. Omni Shoreham Hotel


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Omni
Rates - $$$
Blocks to Metro - 2
Parking - $50 / Day
Wifi - $9.95 Per Day
Breakfast - $5-$21 A La Carte
Airport Shuttle - No
2500 Calvert Street NW, Washington DC, DC 20008-2649
Woodley Park Metro (Zoo) Station
2700 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA