The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, Washington, D.C.

The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown sits on 3100 S St NW, tucked into the quietest corner of the district. It remains steps away from both the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park and the path leading down to the Georgetown Waterfront Park.

While much of the neighborhood relies on the noise of the main commercial strips, this hotel acts as a deliberate retreat from that crush. You trade the typical street-level foot traffic for a secluded industrial site that keeps the bustle of the waterfront at a distance. It is a more contained experience than the larger, more exposed hotels found further east, making it the choice for travelers who prefer a hideaway over a hub.