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The Watergate Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Kennedy Center

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3 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, rooftop bar
Indoor pool
Terrace/patio
Dinner served, garden views
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20037
  • Place, George Washington University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kennedy Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

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

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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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)

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

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Suite (Ambassador)

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

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Suite (Scandal)

Suite (Scandal)

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Rose) | Lake view

Suite (Rose)

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

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

  • 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

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

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

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • 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

  • Watergate Complex - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • George Washington University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kennedy Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Mall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • White House - 19 min walk - 1.6 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

  • ‪The Watergate Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bourbon Steak - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Paper Horse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪CIRCA at Foggy Bottom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Devon and Blakely - ‬8 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

  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 31.80 per night.
  • 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)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 31.80 per night

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. 746 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1133 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing the spa is so nice
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room smelled like cigarettes and marijuana the entire night people were stomping and knocking on my door all night charged me a good chunk for parking and valet service and my brand new Yukon Denali now absolutely stinks of cigarettes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Emalie

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is a beautiful, well-maintained hotel with a refined atmosphere and excellent attention to detail. The rooms and common areas are spotless, the views are lovely, and the pool, hot tub, and sauna are standout amenities. The location is ideal, close to the train and very easy to navigate via Uber, making travel seamless and convenient. I rated this stay four stars for two reasons. The onsite restaurant offers a very limited menu at prices that feel disproportionate to the quality. While that alone would not have impacted my rating, my interaction with the afternoon receptionist on 1/13/26 ultimately did. After a full day of travel, the receptionist was noticeably curt upon our arrival. His demeanor shifted once we changed from travel clothes into business attire. While this did not personally affect my stay, it raised concerns about how guests who may not present a certain way (or who have fewer resources) might be treated. A property of this caliber should offer consistent professionalism and respect to all guests. You never know who you are serving, and it was clear he recognized his mistake within a few hours and his attitude shifted. Overall, an elegant hotel with excellent amenities, views, and location with lots of potential. With more consistent front-desk service, it would easily meet a five-star standard and be comparable to my experiences in five-star hotels nationwide. Side note: Tazza Cafe is one block over, and is a lovely place for breakfast or lunch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

wendy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nikki

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DeJon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bianca, San Bruno

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eveliina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Love the renovations. Booked because I wanted to use the pool and it was closed for renovations. It was supposed to open the next day but then no one knew if it was still closed or not. But still loved the hotel, great staff, lovely room, great overall value!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Mia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The chicken and waffles used to be our favorite breakfast when we stayed at the hotel including the apple and cinnamon pancakes. It was a little disappointing to see it was removed from the bed and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, bed was comfortable and staff were great! There are no USBC plugs in the room so make sure to bring a brick. Just USB plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jaebi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Irina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but we had some issues with the balcony’s door that was solved fast. Our was a short stay so we didn’t have time for amenities but what really impressed me was the elegance of the hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Blessing

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big roach in my bathroom and another roach near the elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations were fabulous, service, white glove, location and setting spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025