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Stay Where Old Town Alexandria Comes Alive

Welcome home to Hotel Heron, where Old Town Alexandria’s history and sophistication mingles with youthful charm and modern enticements. Nestled mere blocks from the Potomac with views that have captivated visitors since 1926, we’ve reimagined this landmark building as your perfect vantage point — not just for seeing Alexandria differently, but for experiencing it like a local.

Whether you’re slipping away from D.C. for an evening or joining us from across the country for the weekend, you’ll find our doors open to anyone who believes that where you stay should be as memorable as why you traveled in the first place.

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Find Rest In The Nest

Originally opened in 1926 as the George Mason Hotel, this adaptive reuse hotel combines the charm of an iconic inn with an adjacent new building that houses a modern event space and elevated guest rooms. Elevated amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center and meeting spaces designed for socializing, co-working, creating, eating, drinking, and relaxing.

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Experience New Flavors In Old Town

Discover flavors from the Chesapeake, artisanal cocktails, and breathtaking views of the Potomac all at the heart of Hotel Heron in Alexandria, Va.

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Painting at Hotel Heron

Meetings That Matter

Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or an innovative event, Hotel Heron is the ideal place to gather, meet, and make lasting memories.

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A dock jutting into the lake at sunset
Goof Fortune Rooftop

Discover All That's New In Old Town.

Alexandria is honored to be listed as #3 small city in the USA by Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, a top 5 accolade it has maintained for the past six years.  Explore why Alexandria continues to surprise and delight.

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06/08/2025 - 06/09/2025