Entry No. 46 · Bethesda, MD
Hyatt Regency Bethesda
Perched atop the Bethesda Metro station with direct Red Line access to DC, this Hyatt Regency delivers convenience, clean rooms, and a buzzy downtown Bethesda location.
- Brand
- Hyatt · Hyatt Regency
- Tier
- Upper-Upscale
- Room
- Regency King
- Cash
- $180–320 / night
- Points
- 12,000–18,000 · Cat 4
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Location
The Hyatt Regency Bethesda sits directly above the Bethesda Metro station on the Red Line, providing seamless subway access to downtown Washington, DC — the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and the White House are a 20-minute train ride away. Downtown Bethesda’s restaurants, shops, and nightlife surround the hotel on Wisconsin Avenue. The National Institutes of Health and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center are nearby, making this a popular choice for medical visitors. Reagan National Airport is about 35 minutes via Metro.
AddressOne Bethesda Metro Center, 7400 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
Phone+1 301-657-1234
The Property
The Hyatt Regency Bethesda is a high-rise urban hotel built directly over the Bethesda Metro station — an elevator from the lobby takes you to the platform. The lobby is modern and well-maintained with contemporary finishes. The property includes a fitness center, a business center, and meeting facilities. It caters primarily to business travelers and DC visitors who prefer Bethesda’s walkable restaurant scene to the more tourist-heavy downtown DC hotel landscape.
Check-In
Check-in is efficient and professional. Globalist members receive consistent recognition with upgrades to higher floors when available. The staff is knowledgeable about both Bethesda and DC, offering solid recommendations for restaurants and attractions.
Regency King
The Regency King room is well-proportioned with a modern design, comfortable king bed, work desk, flat-screen TV, mini-fridge, and a Keurig coffee maker. Higher floors offer views of the Bethesda skyline and, on the right side, glimpses of the Washington Monument in the distance. The rooms are clean and well-maintained — nothing flashy, but everything works as it should.
Bathroom
The bathroom is standard Hyatt Regency with a walk-in shower, single vanity, and Pharmacopia amenities. Clean, functional, and well-maintained. Some rooms include a bathtub. Adequate for the hotel’s positioning.
Restaurants & Bars
On-Site Restaurant (Breakfast)
The hotel’s restaurant serves a standard breakfast with buffet and à la carte options. The quality is acceptable but unremarkable. Given Bethesda’s exceptional dining scene (Jaleo, Raku, Mon Ami Gabi are all within walking distance), you may prefer to venture out for both breakfast and dinner.
Lobby Bar
A casual lobby bar serving cocktails and light bites. Functional for a quick drink but not a destination. Bethesda has far better bar options within a few blocks.
Bottom Line
The Hyatt Regency Bethesda is a smart choice for travelers who want to visit DC without staying in DC. The Metro connection is unbeatable — you are on the Red Line platform in 60 seconds — and Bethesda’s walkable downtown offers better restaurants and a more livable atmosphere than most DC hotel neighborhoods. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and Globalist recognition is solid. It is a utilitarian pick that earns high marks for location and convenience rather than luxury or design.
Value
| Cash rate | $180–320 / night |
|---|---|
| Award cost | 12,000–18,000 · Cat 4 |
| Implied cpp | 1.67¢ |
Cash rates average $180-$320/night depending on season and DC events. As a Category 4 Hyatt property, standard award nights cost 12,000-18,000 points. At an average cash rate of $250, a 15,000-point redemption yields approximately 1.67 cents per point — good but below the 1.8cpp threshold. During major DC events (inaugurations, cherry blossom season, major conferences), cash rates spike and points become a strong play. The Metro access makes this a practical alternative to pricier downtown DC hotels. Book Hyatt Regency Bethesda through Scott & Thomas