Hotels near Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center ranked for business travelers
9 hotels within 0.3 miles of Gaylord National's convention entrance, selected by Navan's business travel booking data.
Every hotel sits on the same waterfront strip
Navan's convention booking data shows seven of these nine hotels sit within a single 0.3-mile stretch of Waterfront Street, clustered around the Gaylord's main entrance on the harbor's south end.
Closest hotel: Hampton Inn at 0.1 miles (2 min walk from convention entrance)
Distance range: 7 of 9 within 0.3 miles; 2 in Old Town Alexandria across the Potomac
Loyalty programs: Marriott Bonvoy (x3), World of Hyatt, Hilton Honors, IHG One Rewards, Wyndham Rewards
Parking tip: Mariner Garage across from Gaylord at $25/day max vs $46/day on-site self-parking
Top Hotels Near Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
8.5 Rating (1,193 Reviews)
0.0 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street, Fort Washington, MD 20745
The venue itself doubles as your hotel, and the zero-commute advantage matters when sessions start at 7 AM. Wake up inside the 19-story glass atrium, grab Starbucks at Potomac District Café, and reach the Prince George's Exhibition Hall without stepping outside.
Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor - Alexandria Area
8.1 Rating (811 Reviews)
0.1 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
250 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Budget-conscious attendees save here without sacrificing proximity: one block from the Gaylord's main entrance on Waterfront Street. Complimentary hot breakfast every morning means one fewer expense report line, and the outdoor pool resets a long exhibition day faster than most hotel bars.
Club Wyndham National Harbor
8.8 Rating (446 Reviews)
0.2 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
250 Mariner Passage, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Suite-style units with full kitchens suit the team that books a multi-day conference and needs space to prep meals or host informal evening debriefs. The 0.2-mile walk to the convention center takes under four minutes along the waterfront, and Wyndham Rewards points stack across stays.
The Westin Washington National Harbor
8.6 Rating (1,443 Reviews)
0.2 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
171 Waterfront St, Fort Washington, MD 20745
A polished four-star property sharing Gaylord National's same Waterfront Street frontage with direct Potomac River views from upper floors. The on-site restaurant handles client dinners without a reservation scramble, and the Heavenly Bed earns its reputation after ten-hour convention days.
Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC Area
8.7 Rating (722 Reviews)
0.2 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
192 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
For conferences that stretch past three days, the fully equipped kitchen and complimentary breakfast let you eat on your own schedule instead of burning per diem on resort restaurants. The walk to Gaylord passes two coffee shops, and the location scores 9.2 on Booking.com for a reason.
AC Hotel by Marriott National Harbor Washington, D.C. Area
8.3 Rating (896 Reviews)
0.2 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
156 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
European minimalism where convention noise cannot reach you: wood floors, clean lines, and a lobby bar designed for quiet post-session strategy talks. AC Kitchen serves a continental breakfast that fuels an 8 AM keynote without the buffet congestion of a 2,000-room resort next door.
Hyatt Place National Harbor
9 Rating (1,547 Reviews)
0.3 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
123 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
The highest-rated hotel on this list across 1,547 reviews, and conference attendees drive that score. A five-minute waterfront walk reaches the Gaylord's main entrance, and the gallery kitchen serves hot breakfast daily for guests who need fuel before an early keynote.
Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG
8.7 Rating (703 Reviews)
1.9 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
220 S Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Cross the Potomac to Old Town Alexandria for a completely different evening atmosphere: cobblestone streets, waterfront dining, and a neighborhood that predates the convention industry by two centuries. The 25-minute water taxi ride back to National Harbor turns the commute into an experience.
The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection
8.6 Rating (897 Reviews)
2.2 miles from Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
480 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314
When your conference schedule leaves evenings free and you want walkable nightlife beyond a hotel lobby, King Street delivers dozens of independent restaurants. The Autograph Collection property sits at the center of Alexandria's dining row, and the P90 bus reaches National Harbor in 30 minutes.
What's in the Area
- Old Hickory Steakhouse (inside Gaylord) -- Upscale client dinner venue; reserve early during major conventions as it fills with attendees by 6 PM.
- Potomac District Cafe & Market (inside Gaylord atrium) -- Starbucks coffee and grab-and-go meals starting at 6 AM for early session prep.
- Grace's Mandarin (National Harbor waterfront) -- Upscale Chinese suited to group dinners; private dining rooms accommodate 8-12.
- Redstone American Grill (150 National Plaza) -- Casual American plates with outdoor seating on the harbor; walk-ins accepted at the bar.
- Gaylord on-site self-parking starts at $46/day with no in-out privileges; valet runs $70 overnight.
- Mariner Garage on Waterfront Street sits directly across from the Gaylord entrance at $25/day maximum.
- Fleet Street and St. George garages charge $5/hr up to $25/day max and accept pre-booking online.
- On-street meters in National Harbor run $3/hr with a 2-hour max; not practical for full convention days.
- No Metro station serves National Harbor; rideshare from Reagan National Airport (DCA) takes 15 min, $26-45.
- P90 bus connects King Street-Old Town Metro (Blue/Yellow lines) to National Harbor in approximately 30 minutes.
- Water taxi from Old Town Alexandria crosses the Potomac in 25 minutes; docks at National Harbor pier.
- Capital Bikeshare station at Waterfront Street and Fleet Street offers short-term rentals for harbor exploration.
- Capital Wheel (5 min walk) -- 180-foot observation wheel with enclosed gondolas and Potomac River views, open evenings.
- MGM National Harbor (8 min walk) -- Casino, concert venue, and upscale dining complex south of the waterfront district.
- Tanger Outlets National Harbor (5 min walk) -- Open-air outlet shopping with 80+ stores along the waterfront.
- Regus coworking at National Harbor offers day passes and hot desks 0.3 miles from Gaylord for focused pre-presentation work.
- Gaylord convention Wi-Fi handles basic browsing; bring a portable hotspot for large file uploads or video calls.
- FedEx Office in National Harbor (10 min walk) handles last-minute print jobs, poster boards, and overnight shipping.
- Rideshare drivers default to the self-parking entrance; add main entrance, Waterfront Street in your app notes.
- The convention center entrance is separate from the hotel lobby; access it from the parking garage side.
- Leave sessions 20 minutes before closing during major events to beat rideshare surge and elevator congestion.
What's in the Area
- Old Hickory Steakhouse (inside Gaylord) -- Upscale client dinner venue; reserve early during major conventions as it fills with attendees by 6 PM.
- Potomac District Cafe & Market (inside Gaylord atrium) -- Starbucks coffee and grab-and-go meals starting at 6 AM for early session prep.
- Grace's Mandarin (National Harbor waterfront) -- Upscale Chinese suited to group dinners; private dining rooms accommodate 8-12.
- Redstone American Grill (150 National Plaza) -- Casual American plates with outdoor seating on the harbor; walk-ins accepted at the bar.
- Gaylord on-site self-parking starts at $46/day with no in-out privileges; valet runs $70 overnight.
- Mariner Garage on Waterfront Street sits directly across from the Gaylord entrance at $25/day maximum.
- Fleet Street and St. George garages charge $5/hr up to $25/day max and accept pre-booking online.
- On-street meters in National Harbor run $3/hr with a 2-hour max; not practical for full convention days.
- No Metro station serves National Harbor; rideshare from Reagan National Airport (DCA) takes 15 min, $26-45.
- P90 bus connects King Street-Old Town Metro (Blue/Yellow lines) to National Harbor in approximately 30 minutes.
- Water taxi from Old Town Alexandria crosses the Potomac in 25 minutes; docks at National Harbor pier.
- Capital Bikeshare station at Waterfront Street and Fleet Street offers short-term rentals for harbor exploration.
- Capital Wheel (5 min walk) -- 180-foot observation wheel with enclosed gondolas and Potomac River views, open evenings.
- MGM National Harbor (8 min walk) -- Casino, concert venue, and upscale dining complex south of the waterfront district.
- Tanger Outlets National Harbor (5 min walk) -- Open-air outlet shopping with 80+ stores along the waterfront.
- Regus coworking at National Harbor offers day passes and hot desks 0.3 miles from Gaylord for focused pre-presentation work.
- Gaylord convention Wi-Fi handles basic browsing; bring a portable hotspot for large file uploads or video calls.
- FedEx Office in National Harbor (10 min walk) handles last-minute print jobs, poster boards, and overnight shipping.
- Rideshare drivers default to the self-parking entrance; add main entrance, Waterfront Street in your app notes.
- The convention center entrance is separate from the hotel lobby; access it from the parking garage side.
- Leave sessions 20 minutes before closing during major events to beat rideshare surge and elevator congestion.
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