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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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This hotel is located at the top of Dupont Circle just minutes from the gay area and historical landmarks of Washington, D.C. The Dupont Circle Metro station is 120 m away The rooms at The Dupont Circle Hotel are furnished with large windows and marble bathrooms. Modern amenities include an iPod docking station, flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Designer bathrobes are also offered. The staff at the Dupont Circle Hotel can arrange dinner reservations, theatre tickets and more. Guests can use the 24-hour business center or relax outdoors by the grand fountain. The Pembroke offers farm-to-table fare that draws flavors and inspiration from France, Morocco, Ireland and more. Doyle is a bar with a mid-century feel that offers a drink list inspired by the cocktail culture of the 1950s and 1960s. The Washington Convention Center is 2.5 km from Dupont Circle Hotel. The National Mall is 3 km away, while the JFK Center for Performing Arts is 3 km from the hotel.
Find time to unwind - just you, your friends, and Yours Truly (formerly The Wink DC). Reserve one of our new rooms and suites to party, to rest, and to be yourself. Whether you're traveling for work, for fun, or for both, a room is simply a place to rest your head - but a little quality never hurts. Our eclectic rooms and suites blend modern comfort, intuitive sustainable amenities, and warm colorful styling. Located just 8.1 km from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, this hotel has a modern gym and several dining options. Each room has a tea/coffee maker. This Washington, DC hotel is 1.7 km from the White House and within a 4 km radius of the Newseum and the International Spy Museum.
The Darcy Hotel, Washington DC is a 10 minute walk (located 900 m) from the White House and 2 km from The National Mall. The property features 24-hour room service, a fitness center, business services, valet, daily complimentary gin tasting and complimentary bike rental. The Darcy offers guest rooms and suites with working desks, and 50” Smart TVs. Certain rooms include city views, rain showers, deep soaking tubs, living rooms and dining rooms. The property is located within walking distance of many nearby attractions, shops and restaurants. Families traveling can enjoy complimentary access to the Gear Shop with its bikes, strollers and scooters. The hotel also offers a children's backpack program for families to use to explore DC. The hotel also offers a Haberdashery, which is a program for guests to borrow or buy the latest fashion from Read Wall. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 7.4 km from the property.
This Washington, D.C. hotel is located less than 5 minutes’ walk from Dupont Circle and boasts an on-site restaurant and wine bar. The White House is 1 mile away. Each modern room at the The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle features a flat-screen TV and plush bedding. Select rooms offer a deep soaking spa bath. A heated pool and sun deck allow guests to relax at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle. The state-of-the-art fitness centre and business centre are open 24-hours a day. Certo serves seasonal Italian dishes and offers an extensive wine and cocktail menu. The Washington National Monument is 2 miles from the hotel. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 5 miles away.

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

This hotel is located at the top of Dupont Circle just minutes from the gay area and historical landmarks of Washington, D.C. The Dupont Circle Metro station is 120 m away The rooms at The Dupont Circle Hotel are furnished with large windows and marble bathrooms. Modern amenities include an iPod docking station, flat-screen TV and free WiFi. Designer bathrobes are also offered. The staff at the Dupont Circle Hotel can arrange dinner reservations, theatre tickets and more. Guests can use the 24-hour business center or relax outdoors by the grand fountain. The Pembroke offers farm-to-table fare that draws flavors and inspiration from France, Morocco, Ireland and more. Doyle is a bar with a mid-century feel that offers a drink list inspired by the cocktail culture of the 1950s and 1960s. The Washington Convention Center is 2.5 km from Dupont Circle Hotel. The National Mall is 3 km away, while the JFK Center for Performing Arts is 3 km from the hotel.
Find time to unwind - just you, your friends, and Yours Truly (formerly The Wink DC). Reserve one of our new rooms and suites to party, to rest, and to be yourself. Whether you're traveling for work, for fun, or for both, a room is simply a place to rest your head - but a little quality never hurts. Our eclectic rooms and suites blend modern comfort, intuitive sustainable amenities, and warm colorful styling. Located just 8.1 km from the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, this hotel has a modern gym and several dining options. Each room has a tea/coffee maker. This Washington, DC hotel is 1.7 km from the White House and within a 4 km radius of the Newseum and the International Spy Museum.
The Darcy Hotel, Washington DC is a 10 minute walk (located 900 m) from the White House and 2 km from The National Mall. The property features 24-hour room service, a fitness center, business services, valet, daily complimentary gin tasting and complimentary bike rental. The Darcy offers guest rooms and suites with working desks, and 50” Smart TVs. Certain rooms include city views, rain showers, deep soaking tubs, living rooms and dining rooms. The property is located within walking distance of many nearby attractions, shops and restaurants. Families traveling can enjoy complimentary access to the Gear Shop with its bikes, strollers and scooters. The hotel also offers a children's backpack program for families to use to explore DC. The hotel also offers a Haberdashery, which is a program for guests to borrow or buy the latest fashion from Read Wall. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 7.4 km from the property.
This Washington, D.C. hotel is located less than 5 minutes’ walk from Dupont Circle and boasts an on-site restaurant and wine bar. The White House is 1 mile away. Each modern room at the The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle features a flat-screen TV and plush bedding. Select rooms offer a deep soaking spa bath. A heated pool and sun deck allow guests to relax at The Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle. The state-of-the-art fitness centre and business centre are open 24-hours a day. Certo serves seasonal Italian dishes and offers an extensive wine and cocktail menu. The Washington National Monument is 2 miles from the hotel. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 5 miles away.

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

Washington’s gay nightlife is spread across several central neighbourhoods, with historic Dupont Circle, Logan Circle and nearby 14th Street particularly convenient for LGBTQ+ visitors. Staying around these areas puts plenty of bars and restaurants within walking distance while keeping the White House, National Mall and Smithsonian museums easy to reach. Shaw is another lively option nearby. GayMapper’s recommended gay-friendly hotels include affordable city stays, stylish boutiques and luxury choices, so you can stay close to both DC’s monuments and its considerably less presidential nightlife.

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