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Washington DC Gay Cruising

Discover where to find the gay cruising action in Washington DC. GayMapper has all the information about the gay cruising spots in and around the town. As always, be conscious of your personal safety when meeting strangers.

Washington DC Hotel Deals

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Experience the ambiance of modern elegance and historic charm, preferred amenities and boutique accommodations of our recently-renovated Washington, DC hotel. Located 1 km from the White House, this Washington, D.C. hotel features a restaurant and lounge, a seasonal outdoor pool and a gym. Rooms at The Washington Plaza Hotel come with flat-screen TVs and floor-mounted safes. The rooms are decorated with mahogany furniture and red accents. Each room also includes WiFi, a leather chair, a work desk and a coffee maker. Number Ten Thomas serves American cuisine and offers a full breakfast, lunch buffet and a la carte dinner. Poolside dining is available in the summer. At International Bar, guests can enjoy a cocktail and snacks by the fireplace. The hotel is 720 m from the Washington Convention Center. Nearby Metro stations include the Metro Center station, 920 m away, Dupont Circle, 1.1 km away, and Gallery Place–Chinatown, 1.2 km from Washington Plaza Hotel. The FBI Headquarters is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 6.4 km from Washington Plaza.
The Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House boasts a seasonal rooftop pool with panoramic views of the city and an on-site restaurant. Dupont Circle and the White House are both within 1.1 km. A gift shop and modern fitness centre are featured at the Central Washington DC Holiday Inn. A flat-screen cable TV, free WiFi access, and a work desk are provided in every guest room at the Holiday Inn. With 2 Metro stations only a short stroll away, guests at the Washington-Central/White House Holiday Inn have instant access to all areas of the city. The National Zoo, the Washington Monument and the Smithsonian Museums are all easily accessible.
Viceroy Washington DC offers pet-friendly accommodation in Washington, 4 minutes' walk from Logan Circle. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Private parking is available on site. Each room includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom where you will find bath robes, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Select rooms offer a seating area. In-room spa services and a yoga mat are also available for guests. You will find a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour fitness centre at the property. Guests can enjoy the rooftop poolside bar at the property. Viceroy Washington DC offers custom-designed PUBLIC bikes for riding around town. White House is 1.1 km from Viceroy Washington DC, while Washington Monument is 1.7 km from the property. Ronald Reagan National Airport is 6 km away.
Eaton DC is a Downtown DC hotel for travelers seeking inspiration, innovation & impact. They offer coworking spaces in DC, cozy rooms, wellness services and more. Located on the corner of 12th and K Streets NW in Downtown Washington, Eaton DC is blocks away from shopping, the Metro, and the Smithsonian. Every room features a floor-to-ceiling window, a flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities, and a stocked minibar. Each room also has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, free toiletries, in-room steamer and a hairdryer. The hotel offers three on-site bars, a restaurant, and a cafe. The space has a radio station that promotes talk radio, live music, and recorded music. In addition to the radio station, Eaton has a 50-seat theatre for hosting speaking events and screenings. There is a wellness centre located on-site, which features traditional and new-age practices to promote peace of mind and body. American Son is Eaton's featured restaurant, and offers a vegetable-forward, Asian-infused menu crafted by local celebrity chef, Tim Ma. Kintsugi cafe offers a full-service coffee bar and specializes in both tea and coffee-infused drinks. The bar offers an elevated drinking experience and the Rooftop provides guests with indoor and outdoor seating, as well as live music. Eaton DC is blocks away various Metro Stations. The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, the Washington Convention Center and the White House are located within 1.3 km of the hotel. The nearest airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 6.1 km from Eaton DC

Cruising Bars in Washington DC

Green Lantern

Green Lantern

Bear, Dancing, Karaoke, Cruising

Green Lantern is hidden away in an otherwise unassuming alleyway in Downtown. The bar is located in a converted two-story carriage house, and the first floor's lounge vibe is complete with a central and stylish granite bar. You can dance the night away on Green Lantern's multi-level dance floor (complete with disco lights) and chat with the shirtless bartenders. There's even a Shirtless Men Drink Free event on Thursdays, along with karaoke and exotic dancers on other days.
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Washington DC Hotel Deals

Grab a great deal on your trip with GayMapper's hotel partners

Experience the ambiance of modern elegance and historic charm, preferred amenities and boutique accommodations of our recently-renovated Washington, DC hotel. Located 1 km from the White House, this Washington, D.C. hotel features a restaurant and lounge, a seasonal outdoor pool and a gym. Rooms at The Washington Plaza Hotel come with flat-screen TVs and floor-mounted safes. The rooms are decorated with mahogany furniture and red accents. Each room also includes WiFi, a leather chair, a work desk and a coffee maker. Number Ten Thomas serves American cuisine and offers a full breakfast, lunch buffet and a la carte dinner. Poolside dining is available in the summer. At International Bar, guests can enjoy a cocktail and snacks by the fireplace. The hotel is 720 m from the Washington Convention Center. Nearby Metro stations include the Metro Center station, 920 m away, Dupont Circle, 1.1 km away, and Gallery Place–Chinatown, 1.2 km from Washington Plaza Hotel. The FBI Headquarters is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 6.4 km from Washington Plaza.
The Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House boasts a seasonal rooftop pool with panoramic views of the city and an on-site restaurant. Dupont Circle and the White House are both within 1.1 km. A gift shop and modern fitness centre are featured at the Central Washington DC Holiday Inn. A flat-screen cable TV, free WiFi access, and a work desk are provided in every guest room at the Holiday Inn. With 2 Metro stations only a short stroll away, guests at the Washington-Central/White House Holiday Inn have instant access to all areas of the city. The National Zoo, the Washington Monument and the Smithsonian Museums are all easily accessible.
Viceroy Washington DC offers pet-friendly accommodation in Washington, 4 minutes' walk from Logan Circle. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Private parking is available on site. Each room includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom where you will find bath robes, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Select rooms offer a seating area. In-room spa services and a yoga mat are also available for guests. You will find a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour fitness centre at the property. Guests can enjoy the rooftop poolside bar at the property. Viceroy Washington DC offers custom-designed PUBLIC bikes for riding around town. White House is 1.1 km from Viceroy Washington DC, while Washington Monument is 1.7 km from the property. Ronald Reagan National Airport is 6 km away.
Eaton DC is a Downtown DC hotel for travelers seeking inspiration, innovation & impact. They offer coworking spaces in DC, cozy rooms, wellness services and more. Located on the corner of 12th and K Streets NW in Downtown Washington, Eaton DC is blocks away from shopping, the Metro, and the Smithsonian. Every room features a floor-to-ceiling window, a flat-screen TV with streaming capabilities, and a stocked minibar. Each room also has a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, free toiletries, in-room steamer and a hairdryer. The hotel offers three on-site bars, a restaurant, and a cafe. The space has a radio station that promotes talk radio, live music, and recorded music. In addition to the radio station, Eaton has a 50-seat theatre for hosting speaking events and screenings. There is a wellness centre located on-site, which features traditional and new-age practices to promote peace of mind and body. American Son is Eaton's featured restaurant, and offers a vegetable-forward, Asian-infused menu crafted by local celebrity chef, Tim Ma. Kintsugi cafe offers a full-service coffee bar and specializes in both tea and coffee-infused drinks. The bar offers an elevated drinking experience and the Rooftop provides guests with indoor and outdoor seating, as well as live music. Eaton DC is blocks away various Metro Stations. The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, the Washington Convention Center and the White House are located within 1.3 km of the hotel. The nearest airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 6.1 km from Eaton DC

Other Cruising Spots in Washington DC

Rock Creek Trail

Rock Creek Trail

Cruising, Mixed Crowd

The Rock Creek Train goes for miles along the creek that bisects the Northwest quadrant of Washington, D.C. The part of the trail that would be of most interest is between M and P streets, especially around the P Street beach. It's especially cruisy after dark, but the area has come to the attention of local residents, so be conscious of busybodies.
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Tours & Experiences in Washington DC

Washington has far more going on than politics. Walk the National Mall, see the Lincoln Memorial and US Capitol or spend a few hours in the Smithsonian museums, then explore Dupont Circle and the city’s neighbourhoods once you’ve had enough presidential history.


Gay friendly hotels in Washington DC

There are so many places to stay in Washington DC, and at GayMapper, we want to make sure you get great value and a good experience, so check our recommendations below for Gay Friendly hotels. As an LGBTQ+ traveller, it's important to stay somewhere welcoming, with great value and maybe near to gay venues. Treat yourself to a luxury hotel or stay budget and spend what you save on partying! Please support GayMapper by checking out our hotel deals in Washington DC as this helps us to keep the site updated with all this useful information!

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