Why Stay in National Landing
National Landing is the perfect place to host meetings, conferences, and events. Meet here, and the nation’s capital is at your doorstep, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is less than a mile away.
Within National Landing’s walkable urban community, you’ll find buzzy restaurants, parks that invite gathering, colorful public art, and creative events and programming, as well as corporate outposts for some of America’s most cutting-edge companies.
Stay Connected
This is one of the only urban neighborhoods in the world within walking distance to an airport — Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located as little as 15 minutes on foot and just five minutes away by car, Metro, or bike. Not only that, National Landing is one of the most interconnected transportation hubs in the world. You’ll have easy access to 5 Metro stations, multiple bus and VRE routes, and access to 800 miles of interconnected trails.
Find Value
National Landing offers the highest density of hotel options in the region outside of downtown DC. With more than 5,000 hotel rooms here, many priced up to 20% less than downtown DC hotels — while still offering the same great convenience and amenities. With newly opened spaces like the Concorde events & meeting center, AMA Executive Conference Center, and dozens of hotels, the area is a prime spot for hosting larger conferences and business meetings.
Enjoy Retail and Restaurants
Enjoy a diverse food scene with 400+ offerings — from new hot spots like Bar Chinois to longtime favorites like NiHao and 23rd Street's Restaurant Row. Water Park, the region’s only outdoor food hall, is a memorable destination for a meal. For shopping, discover everything from national retailers like Nordstrom at retail hubs like the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, and Westpost at National Landing to one-of-a-kind boutiques like PLNTR and Flight Wine Shop.
Meet Innovators
Brilliance lands here in the National Innovation Quarter—anchored by the Pentagon, Amazon HQ2, and the Virginia Tech Institute for Advanced Computing. Find ample meeting spaces to accommodate everything from C-suite retreats to large-scale conferences.
Take a Walk
Meet your step goal while exploring the neighborhood, which boasts an impressive Walk Score of 91. The pedestrian-safe streets are also dotted with calming greenery. National Landing’s scenic, leafy environment includes urban parks and green spaces, with plenty of gathering spots for picnics and events. Metropolitan Park is a must-visit space with gardens, a dog run, playgrounds, and public art surrounded by local eateries.
Get a Dose of Culture
National Landing buzzes year-round with events, from farmers markets, free jazz concerts and community yoga classes to the unexpected, like bike racing in an underground garage. Cultural anchors include Alamo Cinema and the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington Innovation Studio + Shop, while vivid murals and art installations add to the area’s creative energy.
Bring the Family
Kids will be happy to tag along on a business or leisure trip here. National Landing is home to a few of Arlington’s best playgrounds, from Met Park’s natural play oasis to Potomac Yard’s seasonal interactive fountains. At Long Bridge Park, enjoy swimming at the Aquatics & Fitness Center, sports on full-sized fields, or a walk along the Esplanade.
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