The Watergate Hotel

5.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 3 bars/lounges, near Kennedy Center

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Point of interest
Land view from property
3 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, rooftop bar
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available

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 price is £288
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

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
  • 130 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 36.0 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 57 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
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
  • 93 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
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
  • 223 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
  • 99 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • River view
  • 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
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
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

Hotel size

  • 336 rooms
  • Arranged over 15 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

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)

Pets

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

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

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

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

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
  • 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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

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
  • Dressing gowns 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
  • Free WiFi
  • 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)

  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, 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.

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.
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.

The Watergate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Not impressed
I booked the hotel for the indoor pool for my kids. It was very cold (supposed to be heated), sauna and jacuzzi were out of service which was not made known at the time of booking. TV in the room kept turning off every 10-15 minutes for no reason. Stains on carpet, toilet made a dripping noise all night, bathtub stopper didn’t work. Room service never answered the phone after 15 minutes of trying. Had to go to front desk to place order. I’ve stayed at other 5 star hotels and the Watergate hotel was not up to those standards.
Sara, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Couples trip to our nations capitol
Rooms, facilities and services were great. The spa had a lot of amenities not working and the bed was not very comfortable
Raine, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall pleasant
First time staying at the Watergate and it was an enjoyable experience. Unfortunately the pool was cold, hottub not working and sauna also not working. While we received a $100 credit, the reason for selecting the hotel on this trip was for those amenities. Very high quality service, wonderful staff, and great location!
Ryan, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

pretty basic hotel
Not the luxury I had expected by what your website said. Bedding and bed was uncomfortable, no top sheet and the bottom sheet was not tucked in, very weird. Food was extremely expensive but was good tasting.
4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

hilary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A home away from home
Like a private residence. Always friendly and professional check-in and check-out; great doormen; comfortable, quiet, luxurious room; and the best pool in D.C. Great value, too.
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kelly, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Pamela, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charles, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Kazybek, 7-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Jamari, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jessica, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Bittersweet Experience
The Watergate was a phenomenal experience, however it was quite disturbing the lack of a visible presence of Blacks who are descendants of the American enslaved working in the establishment, not even in housekeeping. The lack of this demographic presence raises the question is the management circumventing hiring this sector by hiring foreign born people of color (POC), even from Turkey, to camouflage their discriminatory practices against ADOS (American Descendants of Slaves) people. Additionally, I’m mobility challenged and require assistance. When my granddaughter came to pick me up the doormen were very abrupt with her as she waited for me. Because I stayed for 4 days and use a mobile scooter they were all aware of my limitations. Possibly that particular gentleman wasn’t on duty those 4 days and wasn’t aware of my situation. However, if that was the case, there was no excuse for his rudeness to my granddaughter. Otherwise, the experience was delightful. And the spa is the best.
Romona Taylor Williams, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Mary, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Javaria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Petula, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

just plain neat to stay there. appreciated the play on history…the rooms were stunning…and being up on 14 looking at the Washington Monument was a bonus! wish there would have been room in fridge for my own things…in fairness they brought a whole new one but it was large and what a pain…he brought it all the way up for me to ask him to just take it back…they should have the larger fridges w room left for guests and the bring the smaller fridges upon request but…he brought me a whole damn box of coffee pods so it worked out…liquor store close…mini mart close too but inside another housing unit and its locked but i got in and they had pretty much anything you could have asked for…nice walk to the Kennedy Center and then to the mall and it all actually…all accessible by foot…scooters and bicycles were available…even right at property…and a close walk to metro…would stay there again
Caroline, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and amenities
Lori, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 star hotel, no questions asked.
David, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel
The Watergate was beautiful! The staff was attentive and friendly.
Yvonne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so kind to me. Thank you.
Pablo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed the pool and spa features. The rooftop bar/restaurant was also enjoyable because of the views. It’s very close to the bike path so if you want to go for a run or a bike ride, it’s easy to get to. Staff was incredibly friendly and very helpful.
Kevin W, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kristen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Breakfast
Available
Parking
Available
Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM