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The Watergate Hotel

5.0 out of 5.0
Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC
Wifi
Pets
Pool
Business
Laundry
Smoke Free
24/7 Desk
Multilingual
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5-star Washington hotel in Foggy Bottom

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Indoor pool
24-hour business center
Laundry facilities

Location

Located in Foggy Bottom, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Kennedy Center and Georgetown Waterfront Park. Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Art Museum of the Americas are also within 1 mi (2 km). Foggy Bottom Station is 7 minutes by foot and Farragut West Station is 19 minutes.

Hotel Features

This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a spa tub.

Room Amenities

All 336 individually furnished rooms feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Comforts include premium bedding and down comforters, and guests will also appreciate thoughtful touches like espresso makers and bathrobes. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages Spoken

  • English

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The Watergate Hotel

2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037

Hotel Policies

Payment types

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 33.34 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

  • Pool access
  • Spa access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Sporting facilities or equipment
  • Internet access
  • In-room safe
  • In-room coffee

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: between USD 20 and USD 40 for adults, USD 12 and USD 33 for children (approximately)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 52.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 52 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-in time ends at midnight

Minimum check-in age is: 21

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

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, debit cards, and cash

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

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash. 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. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-out is available. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

One child stays free

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Security system

Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Staffed front desk

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

LGBTQ friendly

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Please note, some room types at this property are not available when booking a stay with children.

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Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child stays free when using existing bedding.

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per pet, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Contactless check-out is available.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).

Hotel Names

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

Awards & Affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Hotel Amenities

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 15 2021 to September 6 2021 (dates subject to change):

  • Dining venue(s)

Property Features

In addition to a full-service spa, The Watergate Hotel features an indoor pool and a spa tub. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 3 bars/lounges. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 5-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center. Event facilities measuring 27000 square feet (2508 square meters) include a conference center. This luxury hotel also offers a fitness center, a steam room, and a rooftop terrace. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

The Watergate Hotel is a smoke-free property.

  • Private picnics
  • Elevator
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Fitness facilities
  • Number of bars/lounges - 3
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference space
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Meeting rooms
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Year Built - 1965
  • Electric car charging station
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Steam room
  • Free WiFi
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Computer station
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Conference space size (meters) - 2508
  • Spa services on site
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Long-term parking (surcharge)
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • 24-hour business center
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space size (feet) - 27000
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Conference center
  • Ballroom
  • Laundry facilities
  • Spa tub
  • Total number of rooms - 336
  • Television in common areas
  • Number of floors - 15
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Indoor pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Room Amenities

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. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Television
  • Minibar
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Phone
  • Free local calls
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Espresso maker
  • Designer toiletries
  • Desk
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Pay movies
  • Free bottled water
  • Premium TV channels
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Slippers
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Cable TV service
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Individually furnished
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Housekeeping - once per stay
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Towels provided
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Number of bathrooms - 1
  • Champagne service

Parking

Long-term parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food & Drink

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11 AM.

The Top of the Gate - Onsite rooftop bar.

Whisky Bar - Onsite cocktail bar. Open daily.

Spa Services

Argentta 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 and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.

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.

  • Number of treatment rooms 7
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Hydrotherapy treatments
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Sauna in spa
  • Prenatal massage
  • Spa tub in spa
  • Steam room in spa
  • Minimum age to access spa is 18
  • Sports massage
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Free bicycles on site
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site

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