Otakon 2027 hotels: where to stay

6 to 8 Aug 2027, Friday to Sunday Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DCIndependent guide

Anime and pop culture

Otakon is a fan convention for Japanese animation and pop culture, run by fans for fans. It calls itself one of the largest anime conventions on the East Coast, with an expected attendance of at least 30,000. More on the official site Map

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Hotels by time to the hall

The 5 hotels closest to Halls A to E, along a route we calculated. The times below are to the nearest of the four entrances the convention center names.

Closest to Halls A to E

  • Courtyard Washington Downtown/Convention Center
    2 min walk walking route to Halls A to E
    901 L St NW
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  • Marriott Marquis Washington, DCConnected
    3 min walk walking route to Halls A to E
    Connected underground to the convention center; 1,175 rooms, per the venue
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  • Residence Inn Washington DC Downtown/Convention Center
    3 min walk walking route to Halls A to E
    901 L St NW
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  • The Westin Washington, DC Downtown
    4 min walk walking route to Halls A to E
    999 9th St NW
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  • AC Hotel Washington DC Convention Center
    4 min walk walking route to Halls A to E
    601 K St NW
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27 hotels within a 15-minute walk of Walter E. Washington CC. Ranked by travel time only, no paid placement. Walking routes calculated on 20 Oct 2026 from OpenStreetMap data. Bars use one 0 to 30 min scale.

All 27 hotels near the Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Hotels a little further from the halls often cost less. The venue guide also lists cheaper areas a short ride away.

OtakonWalter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DCYour stay5 Aug to 8 Aug · 3 nights
high demandCheck prices

The short answer

  • Hotel blocks are openOtakon's 2027 hotel blocks are bookable through the hotel link on its website. Compare here if the block hotels are full.
  • Bag checksSecurity checks bags at the entrances to the convention center and the M1 level of the Marriott Marquis.
  • Badges are membershipsBy registering for Otakon you become a member of Otakorp, Inc.; children 12 and under must be with a registered parent or guardian.

See what's still available for your dates

Booking late? The map shows what is still available near your hall; if it is full, try stays a little further out.

Prices for your stay: 5 Aug to 8 Aug · 3 nights

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Getting around during Otakon

  • MetroMt Vernon Sq/7th St-Convention Center on the Green and Yellow lines stops at one of the convention exits.
  • Badge pickup (2026)In 2026 badges could also be picked up on Thursday from 4 to 8 pm at the Marriott Marquis mezzanine and the Westin lobby.
  • Trains and busesAmtrak, commuter trains and intercity buses arrive at Union Station.

When to book for Otakon

We have no booking data specific to Otakon yet. Expected demand: high. Book: in the Otakon hotel blocks. Booking times for all events at this venue

Otakon 2027 at a glance

  • Dates6 to 8 Aug 2027, Friday to Sunday
  • RegistrationRegister on the organizer's site.
  • Registration hours (2026)In 2026 registration opened Thursday 3 to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday 8 am to 10 pm and Sunday 8 am to noon.
  • What is onGuests from Japan and Korea, concerts, an art show, artist alley, cosplay, panels and workshops.

This guide is independent and not part of Otakon or Otakorp.

Otakon hotel questions

When is Otakon 2027?

From Friday 6 to Sunday 8 Aug 2027 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.

Where do I book an Otakon hotel?

Through the 2027 hotel booking link on otakon.com.

Are bags checked?

Yes. Contracted security checks bags at the convention center and at the Marriott Marquis M1 level, as the venues require.

Can children come?

Yes, Otakon is a family event, but attendees aged 12 and under must be with a registered parent or guardian.

About this guide

VenueNights is independent and not affiliated with Otakon, Otakorp or the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.

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