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The Watergate Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Kennedy Center

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Presidential Suite
3 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, rooftop bar
Exterior
Point of interest
Dinner served, garden views

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

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Suite (Ambassador)

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

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View from room

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

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Suite (Scandal)

Suite (Scandal)

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

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

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Suite (Diplomat) | View from room

Suite (Diplomat)

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

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

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Suite (Rose) | Lake view

Suite (Rose)

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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
  • ‪Sequoia DC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪South Block - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪sweetgreen - ‬10 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.

Languages

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

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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. 668 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1003 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

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

Claudia, Newport Coast

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice hotel with beautiful lake view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Donnamarie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Entire staff very friendly and helpful. Room was very clean, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were nicely appointed and had an amazing view. Service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great to be able to stay at the famous Watergate Hotel. Must improve on the WiFi signal.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

karen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the metro and eating on the river. Person assisting other guest was being very loud so I was having great difficulty hearing the person helping me during checkin. He could have continued to enjoy himself a bit more quietly when he saw I was having difficulty
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff didnt speak English...they should
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

frederick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly. I’d really like to give praise to Boudewijn Tiemissen. He went above and beyond to made us feel welcomed in the restaurant and would go out of his way to say hello to us every morning. He remembered our name and made us feel special. This young man is a true asset to the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top tier hotel

Overall, a very good stay. Friendly staff and clean room which was serviced daily Only downside was individual cardio machines in gym did not have working TV connection
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, nicely appointed room. Friendly staff and service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neenah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! The service is amazing and the employees are not only professional but genuinely amazing people. 🤟❤️
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srikanth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The room showed its age as there were many frayed and damaged furniture. The room we ordered is not what we received. The staff was distinctly unhelpful in trying to sort it out. My first and last stay at the Watergate.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the Potomac. Walking distance to the Wharf and Kennedy Center. Easy access to river walk and close to a hop on/off big bus.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not worth the price

Disappointing experience for a hotel charging $500 a night. There was water seepage from the AC, and the WiFi was consistently unreliable. For this price point, basic amenities should be flawless.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rizwan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay. Expensive but you get what you pay for. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthea

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel has an interesting ambiance. The room wasn't cleaned properly. I wasn't that impressed. The staff is really nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Selalah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over all my husband & I had a great stay. The property was beautiful and the staff are friendly. The rooftop bar is not open till midnight, even though the hours on the website say so. Had dinner at kingbird, unfortunately my ribeye was full of gristle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025