The Watergate Hotel

5.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with spa, near Kennedy Center

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Presidential Suite
Land view from property
Point of interest
3 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, rooftop bar
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
The Watergate Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Kennedy Center and George Washington University. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Foggy Bottom Station is 7 minutes away.

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Valet parking
  • Hot tub

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
The current price is AU$554
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May

Room options

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Suite (Ambassador)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • River view
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • River view
  • 36.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • River view
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 33.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Scandal)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Diplomat)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • River view
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 56.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
  • River view
  • 223 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Rose)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • River view
  • 99 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20037

What's nearby

  • Kennedy Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lincoln Memorial - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Georgetown University - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • White House - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Washington Monument - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) - 16 min drive
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - 32 min drive
  • Fort Meade, MD (FME-Tipton) - 33 min drive
  • Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark) - 36 min drive
  • Manassas, VA (MNZ-Manassas Regional) - 46 min drive
  • College Park, MD (CGS) - 47 min drive
  • Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - 68 min drive
  • New Carrollton Station - 16 min drive
  • Washington Union Station - 17 min drive
  • Lanham Seabrook Station - 21 min drive
  • Foggy Bottom Station - 7 min walk
  • Farragut West Station - 19 min walk
  • Farragut North Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Allegro Coffee Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Farmers Fishers Bakers - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Watergate Hotel

The Watergate Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Kennedy Center and George Washington University. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials. Other highlights include 3 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Foggy Bottom Station is 7 minutes away.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 336 rooms
    • Arranged over 15 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • One child (16 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site valet parking (USD 58.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site extended parking (USD 58 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Bed rails

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (27000 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bike hire
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1965
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 203
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 7 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Top of the Gate – Overlooking the garden, this rooftop bar serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
The Next Whisky Bar – This cocktail bar serves dinner and light fare. Open daily.
Kingbird Restaurant – This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open selected days.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 42.90 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Business centre/computer access
    • Concierge service
    • Fitness centre access
    • Housekeeping
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • Pool access
    • Spa access (may be limited)
    • Hot tub access
    • Sporting facilities or equipment

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20 to 45 for adults and USD 12 to 33 for children
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 300 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 58.00 per day with in/out privileges
  • Extended parking costs USD 58 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Watergate Hotel Washington
Watergate Hotel
Watergate Washington
The Watergate Hotel Hotel
The Watergate Hotel Washington
The Watergate Hotel Hotel Washington

Frequently asked questions

Does The Watergate Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Watergate Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Watergate Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Watergate Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 200 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Watergate Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 58.00 per day. Extended parking costs USD 58 per night. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Watergate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 300 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Watergate Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but MGM National Harbor Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Watergate Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. The Watergate Hotel also has 3 bars and an indoor pool, as well as a sauna and a steam room.

Are there restaurants at or near The Watergate Hotel?

Yes, Top of the Gate offers al fresco dining and garden views.

What's the area around The Watergate Hotel like?

The Watergate Hotel is located on the waterfront in Northwest, a short 7-minute walk from Foggy Bottom Station and 12 minutes' walk from National Mall. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Watergate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The pool, hot tub, and sauna were excellent, and many guests enjoyed relaxing by the pool and using the spa facilities. (14 reviews)
  • The spa was fantastic, beautiful, and relaxing with excellent treatments and amenities. (12 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a great bonus, described as excellent and a great feature by multiple guests. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A classic DC experience.

A really fun and beautiful hotel. Enjoyed the living history. Great and attentive staff.
Ann, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay here - also convenient location

Really liked this hotel. Modern, yet retro and still up to date and very clean. Really liked it.
Eileen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great. Scandal room tour was amazing!
Oscar J, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No Blossoms

Went to see the cherry blossoms. Only saw three trees with blossoms. Hotel was great! Best water pressure ever! Pool was nice. Walked to two great restaurants and had breakfast at the hotel. Loved the almond croissant.
Otto, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent..its a Tradition

My hubby and I have made this our annual tradition for his Birthday and it never misses. Its perfect for a mini vacay! Impeccable customer service, delicious food (Lovster Roll and King Bird Burger), and a balcony is a must! Already booking for next year. Always a pleasure cant wait to go back.
Kinden, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional Customer Service

The Watergate Hotel was a stay that made us feel like our experience was of utmost importance to the staff. From the incredible turn down service, exceptional restaurant and bar staff, and pristine cleanliness, we felt pampered and cared for during our visit. We felt the hotel was worth the cost and we would not hesitate to stay here again. Job well done.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The pool, hot tub and sauna were excellent.
Kristen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stay here regularly. Very happy with staff and rooms.
Corinne, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

The shower didn’t work so we had to go shower in the spa. The handle for the shower fell off
Rachele, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

City weekend

Rooms are wonderful and the staff are very friendly.
Melanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

View and location were amazing!!
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Watergate Rocks

Awesome people run this place, totally redone, amazing food and pool, jacuzzi & steam rooms…
William, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was good experience. We did came bit early and left our luggage at concierge. The reception was suppose to call us when the room is ready but no one called and let us know.
Gaurav, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a five star facility for a reason, everything was above expectations.
Carlos, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great for a weekend getaway
Emily, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay. Everyone we interacted with was professional and attentive.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good stay
Walter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property
Sunny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

I love this hotel! From the valet, to the bell hops, the front desk staff and food staff everyone is awesome and provide great customer service! The hotel pool is amazing and they have a lot of trinkets. Will definitely stay again!
Jherrica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. The staff were wonderful. My meals were delicious.
Rolanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had such amazing time at this hotel
Lashanda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful place, pleasant and helpful staff.
erin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location
ABDULAZIZ, 19-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything went great!! I enjoyed my stay!!
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice hotel with friendly staff. I didn’t like having to request ice and there was no sanitary plastic bag in the ice bucket
Olivia, 3-night trip