Hotels & Getting Here
Travel & Stay
Where to sleep and how to get to Washington D.C. For venue directions and parking, see The Event page.
Where to Stay
All hotels in downtown Bethesda with convenient access to both venues
Official Room Block
Residence Inn Bethesda Downtown
We've reserved a block of all-suite rooms at the Residence Inn Bethesda Downtown for our guests. All rooms include fully equipped kitchens and complimentary full breakfast every morning. Located in downtown Bethesda with convenient access to both venues. Book by October 16, 2026 to secure the group rate.
Parking options: Valet ($40/day at hotel) or Waverly Parking Garage (0.2 mi away)
Amenities: All-suite rooms with in-room kitchens · Free full breakfast · Free Wi-Fi · 24/7 fitness center · Rooftop terrace
Group Rate
$176/night
Nov 13–15, 2026 · Book by Oct 16
Group code: ZKBZKBA (if booking by phone)
Marriott Bethesda Downtown
7707 Woodmont Ave · ~0.2 mi to The Cordell
Newest upscale hotel in downtown Bethesda (opened 2022). Polished lobby, great restaurant and bar, floor-to-ceiling windows.
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AC Hotel Bethesda Downtown
4646 Montgomery Ave · ~0.2 mi to The Cordell
Modern, stylish Marriott-brand hotel with excellent reviews. Tapas lounge, fitness center, near Bethesda Row.
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Hyatt Regency Bethesda
7400 Wisconsin Ave · ~0.3 mi to The Cordell
Large full-service hotel directly above Bethesda Metro. Validated self-parking with unlimited in/out in underground garage. Daily Grill restaurant on-site.
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Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda
7301 Waverly St · ~0.4 mi to The Cordell
Comfortable mid-range option with on-site parking. Good value for Bethesda with convenient access to the area.
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All hotels are in downtown Bethesda. November weekends in D.C. fill quickly — we recommend booking early.
Flying In?
Three airports serve the Washington D.C. metro area
DCA
Reagan Washington National Airport
Closest option for domestic flights. About 25 minutes to D.C. via Metro Blue/Yellow Line, or ~20 min by car or rideshare.
IAD
Dulles International Airport
Best for international flights and some domestic routes. About 45–60 min by car or Silver Line Express Metro into D.C.
BWI
BWI Marshall Airport
Often the most affordable option — great for Southwest flights. About 45–55 min by car or MARC train to Union Station.