The Watergate Hotel
Washington, DC
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About the Hotel
Step foot in our luxury hotel in Washington D.C. and discover an urban resort located along the banks of the Potomac River. Here, you’ll uncover a hotel unlike anything in Washington D.C. — a place where modern design blends with an iconic landmark to redefine luxury. The Watergate Hotel's flowing avant-garde architecture was designed by Luigi Moretti to emulate the mighty Potomac, and its stunning new Ron Arad-designed interior lives up to the building's original elegance. Complementing the hotel's new, modern feel are the retro-chic staff uniforms, made by Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant. The Watergate Hotel takes classic elegance and bold mid-century modern design and adds all of the extravagance and warmth of contemporary luxury. This one-of-a-kind hotel pays tribute to its own storied past, while paving the way for a new chapter to be written.
Location
The Watergate Hotel
2650 Virginia Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC
20037
Nearest Airport: IAD
Features and Amenities
- General Information
- Non-Smoking Property
- Pet Friendly
- Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- Restaurant
- Rooftop Bar
- Bar & Lounge
- On-Site Amenities
- Concierge
- Spa Services
- Laundry Service
- Fitness Center
- Sauna
- Indoor Pool
- Valet Parking (fee may apply)
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Patio
- Activities
- Bicycling
- Yoga
- Business
- Business Center/Services
- Conference Facilities
- Family
- Children's Programs
- Nearby
- Historic Sites
- Art Galleries
- Museums
- Restaurants
- Monuments
- Colleges/Universities
- Interests
- Collection - LL Recommended
- Culture & Arts
- Hotels
Reviews for The Watergate Hotel
Great hotel - amazing experience
From the moment we walked in, staff were friendly and welcoming and went out of their way to accommodate us. The hotel is close to so many things - easy walking or quick stroll to the metro. The rooms are beautifully decorated with a minimalist mid-century vibe. Pillows and bedding are soft and comfortable. You just sink right in! The spa is a must. A highlight for us was a tour of the Scandal Room. Our guide, Yab, was very knowledgeable, friendly and shared some fun facts we didn't know previously! We will definitely return as the hotel and all staff exceeded our expectations!
Dana H
The Watergate #1 Service Inside and Out!
The Watergate is Iconic and the best Hotel in DC for service! Hidden gems and great food, service, spas, pools and views all under one roof! Best service I have had in the USA in a long time! Great room with comfortable surroundings and views! Great people taking care of you at every turn! Will not stay in any other Hotel but the Watergate Hotel when in DC!
travlwithlucky - North Port, Florida
The Watergate Hotel Stands For Elegance!
The Watergate is top notch with excellent rooms and service! The best of the best when it comes to everything! Will never stay in another hotel when in DC it will always be the Watergate! A class service from dropping the truck with the valet to checking out! 5 stars and above!
antonio v
Was excited to stay here. It was below expectations
It's a fine 3 star hotel, but, I personally had a lot of issues and would not stay again. Cons: -Small/odd shaped room -Wifi would not connect/did not work in the room -All running water in the room was shut off one night for about 3-4 hours with no notice -No hot water in the shower at night -Housekeeping threw away some of our papers that we still needed -All staff felt very new and unable to answer questions (still waiting for a reply on 1 item) -The restaurant, Kingbird was very expensive ($9 for half of an avocado as a side) and not staffed. I tried to order a drink from the bar but no one showed up to help me so I left after about 15-20 minutes. Pros: -Room was quiet -Gym and pool look nice
WanderlustLuna - Mountain View, California
A boutique experience in a historic luxury hotel
In addition to the hotel's storied history, and incredible retro-futuristic architecture, the Watergate is an excellent hotel. We arrived before 1pm, our room was ready and were able to check-in early; which almost never happens at similar luxury hotels. Service at the hotel is excellent and housekeeping even provided me with a cloth to clean my glasses. The amenities of the uniquely shaped room are excellent and the swimming pool area was great, with fresh towels being constantly provided. Overall, the hotel has the amenities, bars and restaurants of a large luxury hotel, but with the service of a boutique hotel.
Jonathan R - Chicago, Illinois
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