About The Morrison-Clark Inn
The Morrison-Clark Inn, built in 1864 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 1989 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. The Morrison-Clark Historic Inn had its beginnings in early townhome living with two wealthy businessmen, David Morrison and Reuben Clark, who, in 1864, owned neighboring elegant townhouses in Washington, DC's posh Massachusetts Avenue area. A later owner of Clark's house, who was inspired by the architecture of the Orient, added a Chinese Chippendale porch and a Shanghai roof. In 1923, the two structures were combined into one mansion, which housed the Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen's Club; it lodged 120 servicemen at 75 cents per person, per night. It was restored and reopened in 1987 to feature original details such as marble fireplaces, four 12-foot tall mahogany pier mirrors, and two wrought-iron ceiling medallions.For Price Match Guarantee and Special Offers please visit, please visit HistoricHotels.org.
How to Get There
In downtown Washington, DC within walking distance of the Verizon Center and the Washington Convention Center. Convenient to the White House, Ford's Theater, National Mall, and the Smithsonian museums. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport: 4 miles, 15 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates at participating historic hotels with a free membership to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to The Morrison-Clark Inn
Heading to The Morrison-Clark Inn? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for The Morrison-Clark Inn?
No central reservation system listed for The Morrison-Clark Inn. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/246899) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to The Morrison-Clark Inn?
In downtown Washington, DC within walking distance of the Verizon Center and the Washington Convention Center. Convenient to the White House, Ford's Theater, National Mall, and the Smithsonian museums. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport: 4 miles, 15 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information, view special offers or make a reservation. Save up to 50% off best available rates a…
How do I contact The Morrison-Clark Inn?
You can reach the park at phone: 800 678 8946 or email: info@historichotels.org.
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