5 Best Hotels in Bethesda Maryland

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

What is the Best Bethesda Hotel?

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The Best Bethesda Hotel: American Inn
Why: Free Parking & Breakfast, Shuttle

There are six hotel options in Bethesda within walking distance to the Metro and of those choices most often travelers like the American Inn because it is the only nearby hotel to offer free parking. The American Inn may not impress a loved one, but for most travelers it will meet expectations. In addition the hotel provides breakfast, wifi, and offers a shuttle to the Metro. Keep in the mind, the hotel is a good 6 blocks from the Metro station, so consider this before booking. All together the American Inn is a good first choice in Bethesda.

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Other Nearby Hotel Options

Bethesda will appeal to couples and families alike, with such great appeal here the pros and cons to nearby hotels. For those who want immediate access to the Metro chose the Hyatt. It is literally built on top of the Metro station. The Residence Inn appeals to business travelers and families who need extra space and want a free breakfast from the hotel buffet every morning. The Residence Inn has an indoor pool. The Hilton Garden Inn and DoubleTree struggle to standout, but the Hilton Garden Inn is closer to the Metro, the DoubleTree is about six blocks away.

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Staying Near the Bethesda Metro

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Bethesda Neighborhood: With welcoming main streets and amazing restaurant selection Bethesda provides a comforting urban pocket surrounded by affluent single family homes. Bethesda will appeal to both families and couples, but may not appeal to younger couples. Mature couples who want to experience good restaurants after a day of sightseeing will love this location. Families will feel at home surrounded by other D.C. families taking and evenings stroll to get ice cream. You can ride your bike to D.C. long a paved trail in about 45 minutes. Bethesda is also a shopping mecca. Its streets are lined with specialty shops and high-end boutiques.

Bethesda – Where to Eat, What to Do, Pictures

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Things to Do in Bethesda

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Getting Around: Bethesda is easily accessible to downtown DC and Union Station via the red line metro, though you can expect the trip to take 20 (to Metro Center) to 25 minutes (to Union Station). Bikers and joggers can take the Capital Crescent Trail (CCT) all the way into Georgetown. Bethesda is also a convenient area for those visiting American University or who are in the Washington area for business in Maryland.

Things to Do: Bethesda is also a shopping mecca. Its streets are lined with specialty shops, like Big Planet Comics, and high-end boutiques. For the thrifty shopper, visit Mustard Seed, one of DC’s renowned consignment shops. You’re also a short drive or one metro stop (red line) away from the malls in Friendship Heights, where you’ll find stores like Bloomingdale’s, Anthropologie, and Sephora.

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What to Eat: Bethesda offers a wide-range of cuisines, from French at Mon Ami Gabi and Spanish tapas at Chef José Andrés’s Jaleo to Asian and sushi offerings at Raku. For groups with picky eaters, try Café Deluxe, where you’ll find a variety of classic dishes. Rock Bottom Brewery brews their own beer on-site while Caddies on Cordell offers a large outdoor patio and a great atmosphere to watch the day’s game. For a night out, check out Tommy Joe’s, which has a DJ on Friday and Saturday nights, and offers karaoke and trivia nights throughout the week.