You'll soon learn why this Southwest modern university is visited by many travelers. If you're searching for other things to keep you busy, White House, Arlington National Cemetery, and Lincoln Memorial are in the area too. They won't take you long to reach from National Defense University.
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Hotel Arboretum
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Atlanta (ATL) to Washington (WAS)
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
You have to pay for the parking even though the parking lot empty and there are not many cars
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Laurel
West Laurel
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Atlanta (ATL) to Baltimore (BWI)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Convenient external room door made it easy walking my dog. Did not have to walk thru.obby.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025
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