The Watergate Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Kennedy Center
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Presidential Suite
Exterior
Dinner served, garden views
Point of interest
3 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, rooftop bar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly

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2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20037
  • Kennedy Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Lincoln Memorial
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • White House
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Suite (Ambassador)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 130 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 57 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Scandal)

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Diplomat)

  • 93 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

  • 223 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Rose)

  • 99 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Washington

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this Northwest hotel, you'll find Kennedy Center and Georgetown Waterfront Park. Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Art Museum of the Americas are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kennedy Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lincoln Memorial - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • White House - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Georgetown University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Washington Monument - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Foggy Bottom Station - 7 min walk
  • New Carrollton Station - 16 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CIRCA at Foggy Bottom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Next Whisky Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nick's Riverside Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sequoia DC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪South Block - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Watergate Hotel

5-star luxury hotel near Kennedy Center
The Watergate Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot tub. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 27000 square feet (2508 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the luxury The Watergate Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 336 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 27000 sq ft of conference space
  • 2508 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1965
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Watergate Hotel offers 336 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

The onsite 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.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 65 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 65 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 45 for adults and USD 12 to 33 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (80 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 300

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per pet, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 16 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 42.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Spa access
  • Hot tub access
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 45 for adults, and USD 12 to 33 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 65.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 65.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 300 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 16 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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The Watergate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 669 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Once we arrived at the hotel after 6 o’clock, we had to wait over 45 minutes/1 hour for our room to be ready, which I felt was unacceptable because they made the excuse that it wasn’t clean yet. Then once we got to our room, we noticed the door was open, the lock on the door was not working properly so we weren’t able to Leave the room until maintenance. Came up to figure it out. So this went on for two days, maintenance did finally get it fixed where we were able to to come and go with ease. With the overall experience, I had also called for an upgraded suite prior to my stay and that was not available, so I ended up getting a regular room, which is fine in the grand scheme of things, but it’s not what I requested. Another big frustration was valet, they have a QR code that allows you to scan and get your car but each time we try to do that. It wasn’t working properly so we had to wait an extra 10/15 minutes for that car to be brought up. I did speak to the front desk associate, last night and early this morning once we checked out, he adjusted the resort fee, from our bill, which we do appreciate it for all the inconvenience, it doesn’t leave me, wanting to come back to the Watergate hotel. Thank you for allowing me to vent my frustrations with this hotel and visit sincerely, Lee Raygoza.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel, Union Cityg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How tall is amazing. The staff was very friendly and was reliable. They would text me to check me if I needed anything on a regular basis and I love that. The room was beautiful and they continue to keep it clean the entire time. Breakfast room service was great. I wish that we could self park instead of valet parking to save money. But the staff for valet was great and quickly got our car every single time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaylin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This property was too expensive to be this dated and old. There was a mildew/old water smell throughout the hotel. I don’t like that they didn’t charge me resort fees any in arrival, they charged me the resort fees at check out. The deposit was also a bit large
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

lorraine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About time for a reface and interior makeover. My patio door did not lock an outside table missing. 2+ hours i had to wait before check-in. Room was upgraded.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was amazing and accommodating!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service was impeccable! We were surprised at having to pay $65.00 daily for parking, thought it was included in room fee.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rasheed

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area, service great. Valet little pricey at $65 a day. But they were fast. Pillows could be better. I would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry, LITTLETON

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry, LITTLETON

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great friendly staff. So convenient to GWU.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay and enjoyed that everything was very conveniently located like the spa and Kingsbird restaurant. It is also a very walkable distance to the mall and all the monuments.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone so gracious. Gave us a tour of the Watergate scandal room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay even if it was for 1 night only. I would definitely book again and stay there longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin O'Leary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice robes and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property in the nation’s capital!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Travelled with family
Quality of food for the price was not as good as we hoped it would be. Staff were friendly and made our stay welcoming and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
no ice machine - had to request ice when needed. Being from Texas - I like steak and eggs for breakfast - how can you be out of STEAK???? $25 for pancakes???
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A tv in bar area would be a plus, like watching games
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

DWAYNE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Tv blacked out every 5 min and would not come back on only sound No cold water in sink said they fixed but didn’t and 2nd time they came back to fix was at midnight. Chair broken but replaced Whisky bar reservations at 10:30 we arrived 10:15 and they told us they were closed
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was second to none!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025