Hotels in Laurel, Maryland

Laurel overview

Laurel is a budget-friendly place distinct for its festivals, dancing, and sports. Sports fans will enjoy horse racing. Families will find plenty of fun at National Aquarium in Baltimore and Six Flags America. Make plans to visit the popular Ford's Theater and United States Capitol. If you're looking for a family- and business-friendly getaway, Laurel is for you.

Where to stay in Laurel

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Laurel has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Laurel with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Laurel hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Laurel hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Laurel

Fly in to Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall), 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from downtown Laurel. Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) is the next closest major airport, 20.6 mi (33.1 km) away.

Train stations include:

• • Laurel Station
• • Laurel Park Station
• • Laurel Muirkirk Station

What to see around Laurel

Fun activities are on hand like horseback riding and horse racing, along with attractions such as:

• • Laurel Park
• • Gardens Ice House
• • Comcast Center
• • Byrd Stadium
• • Prince Georges Stadium

Family-friendly attractions include:

• • Fairland Sports and Athletic Complex
• • Goddard Visitor Center
• • Brookside Nature Center
• • Brookside Gardens
• • Miniature Train and Carousel at Wheaton Regional Park

The area's festivals and cultural sights stand out, and places to visit include:

• • Laurel Museum
• • National Cryptologic Museum
• • African Art Museum of Maryland
• • Merriweather Post Pavilion
• • Greenbelt Museum

Below are some favorite shopping areas to find that perfect souvenir—or simply browse:

• • Dutch Country Farmers Market
• • Historic Savage Mill
• • Arundel Mills Mall
• • The Mall in Columbia
• • Beltwayplaza Mall

Some popular places in the area include:

• • Ford's Theater
• • United States Capitol
• • White House
• • National Aquarium in Baltimore
• • George Washington University

When to visit Laurel

Wondering when's the best time to visit? Here are seasonal norms to help you plan your trip:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 59°F day, 24°F night
• April-June: 87°F day, 38°F night
• July-September: 87°F day, 52°F night
• October-December: 72°F day, 25°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 9.92 inches
• April-June: 10.63 inches
• July-September: 11.38 inches
• October-December: 10.04 inches