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Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near MGM National Harbor Casino

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Restaurant
Lobby
Rooftop terrace
Lobby
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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699 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Potomac River Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • MGM National Harbor Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Two Queen Guestroom

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe King ADA

Deluxe King ADA

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Corner King

Deluxe Corner King

  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heron King

Heron King

  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Guestroom

King Guestroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Two Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace King

Terrace King

  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Two Queen ADA

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe King

Deluxe King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria stay.With a stay at this Old Town Alexandria hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Torpedo Factory Art Center and 2 miles (3 km) of Potomac River. George Washington Masonic National Memorial and Potomac River Waterfront Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Alexandria City Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Torpedo Factory Art Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • George Washington Masonic National Memorial - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Potomac River Waterfront Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • MGM National Harbor Casino - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • King Street Station - 15 min walk
  • Alexandria Station - 18 min walk
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Town Dolci Gelati Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Misha's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Murphy S Grand Ir - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria

4-star hotel near MGM National Harbor Casino
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, multilingual staff, and a porter are also featured at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Alexandria hotel is smoke free.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria offers 134 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 65-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Alexandria hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 5 percent destination fee will be charged
  • Resort fee: USD 30.13 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 45 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 150
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 150.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Heron
Hotel Heron Alexandria
Heron Old Town Alexandria
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Hotel
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Alexandria
Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Hotel Alexandria

Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 363 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

CHRISTOPHER, Newton

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the area and the room was clean but the walls were thin. We could hear everything from the hallway and the room next door. The staff was amazing. Overall it was a good trip just wish we had more privacy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shakeel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The absolute cleanest hotel I've stayed at in my memory. A way better experience that some fancy places I've stayed a night at and the location is great. I will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

storme grace

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff went out of their way to help me with a business need. They were friendly and professional. The building has been renovated and the spaces are nice. The restaurant wasn’t open for some reason and parking is inconvenient, but that’s par for the course of an urban hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect alternative to DC!

Outstanding location and value! Perfect alternative to staying in DC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly nice property with lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely space to stay in, well designed and well maintained, very soothing atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was immaculate and well-decorated, and the staff was polite!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiwon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service great area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chancelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

M

Amazing to stay there, parking was easy to get it. Everything was closer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

George, Merrimack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I had known the roof wasn’t open. Also, only received one free drink.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andranik, Glendale

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHANE

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Yonkers

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Heron Hotel in Old Town Alexandria again for work. The staff is really nice and helpful. This is my second time there, and it's always been good. It's a solid place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa, Guilford

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025