Alexandria, VA

Travel Guide

Alexandria showing street scenes, cafe scenes and a small town or village
Photo provided by Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association
Photo provided by Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association
Photo provided by Alexandria Convention & Visitors Association
George Washington\'s Mount Vernon which includes a garden

Where to stay in Alexandria

Alexandria featuring heritage elements

Old Town Alexandria

4.5/5(580 area reviews)

Discover well-preserved late-18th and early-19th century urban architecture in this National Historic Landmark District. Explore the commercial center around S. Washington Street and King Street, featuring notable buildings like the Art Deco Virginia Public Service building.

Old Town Alexandria
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Old Town West

4/5(6 area reviews)

While you're in Old Town West, take in top sights like Alexandria Black History Museum and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

Old Town West
Red rocks pizza is a awesome classy little pizza joint in Alexandria VA old town located on King street. Pizza come close to the Italian cuisine but still holds true to the American pizza lovers. Good prices and light cheerful atmosphere.
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Southwest Quadrant

While Southwest Quadrant isn't home to many top sights, United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum and Market Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Southwest Quadrant
This great eatery does the best brunch! A smokehouse doing brunch!?!? Yes! What better way to dip that toe into smoked meat heaven than breakfast on a Sunday. Fresh sauteed veggies smoked, pork, eggs, hollandaise and potatoes. Your mouth and stomach will thank you! #trovember!

National Landing

While you're in National Landing, take in top sights like Fashion Center at Pentagon City or DEA Museum, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Crystal City Station or Potomac Yard Station.

National Landing
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Potomac West

While you're in Potomac West, take in top sights like Mt Vernon Ave and jump on the metro at Braddock Rd Station to see more of the city.

Potomac West
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Groveton

Groveton is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Huntley Meadows Park and Greendale Golf Course.

Groveton
Holiday Inn Alexandria at Carlyle by IHG
Holiday Inn Alexandria at Carlyle by IHG
3 out of 5
2460 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria, VA
Fully refundable
The price is AED 355 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
AED 355
AED 419 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Convenient location, off main roads, many food options nearby, clean. Hotel rooms and hallways need updating. Lobby nice. No pool."

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Holiday Inn Alexandria at Carlyle by IHG
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria
4 out of 5
699 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 395 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
AED 395
AED 595 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions MGM National Harbor Casino and Arlington ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (344 reviews)
Fabulous Hotel
"Fabulous place to stay. Great location, easy to get into DC. Great food and shopping within walking distance."

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria
Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South
Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South
2.5 out of 5
5821 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 344 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
AED 344
AED 388 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,536 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Kasa Del Ray Alexandria
Kasa Del Ray Alexandria
4 out of 5
2415 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions MGM National Harbor Casino ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (94 reviews)
Heart of Del Ray
"This location is right in the heart of the lively Del Ray neighborhood. The building itself is quiet and clean. I really enjoyed the neighborhood ambience, The room itself was pleasantly furnished and comfortable, I liked being able to walk everywhere. I would definitely stay there again!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Kasa Del Ray Alexandria
Comfort Apartments Near Capitol City
Comfort Apartments Near Capitol City
3.5 out of 5
2803 Poag St, Alexandria, VA
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions MGM National Harbor Casino ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Comfortable stay
"The room was very comfortable and spacious. I loved how quiet the building was. I could not hear the neighbors at all! Everything was so clean. I will get a room here again in the future."

Reviewed on 7 May 2025

Comfort Apartments Near Capitol City
Kasa Alexandria Washington
Kasa Alexandria Washington
4 out of 5
3110 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Alexandria. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Arlington National ...
9/10 Wonderful! (68 reviews)
"Only negative was the very uncomfortable sofabed mattress"

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Kasa Alexandria Washington
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Alexandria

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 49%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 39%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I hated it. TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It’s ok

5/5 - Excellent

Nina

Beautiful city ..

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Had one issue at the hotel but they really rectified it for us

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was ok

4/5 - Good

Beth

Cool downtown area.