The Watergate Hotel

5.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with a full-service spa and bars

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Presidential Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
3 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, rooftop bar
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available

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
Down duvet
  • 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
Down duvet
  • 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
Down duvet
  • 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
Down duvet
  • 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
Down duvet
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Pillowtop bed
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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
Down duvet
  • 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
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20037

What's nearby

  • Kennedy Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lincoln Memorial - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • White House - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Georgetown University - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Washington Monument - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

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
  • ‪Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Watergate Hotel

Luxury hotel near Kennedy Center
Located close to Georgetown Waterfront Park and Vietnam Veterans Memorial, The Watergate Hotel provides a rooftop terrace, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in aromatherapy, a Swedish massage, and a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Top of the Gate, offers dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as 3 bars and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, a ballroom, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 336 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free extra beds, and coffee/tea makers

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

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Kingbird Restaurant
  • The Next Whisky Bar
  • Top of the Gate

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (27,000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 7 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 15 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1965
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 200 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

Optional extras

  • 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)

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

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property 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 under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is The Watergate Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 200 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Watergate Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 65.00 per day. Extended parking is available for USD 65.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Watergate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Watergate Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 300 (subject to availability).

Where is The Watergate Hotel located?

Located in Northwest, this luxury hotel is within a 10-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.

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The Watergate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 654 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful hotel and comfortable beds!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

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

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

We had a fantastic stay at The Watergate Hotel. The staff was warm and professional, the room was elegant and comfortable, and the rooftop views were incredible. It’s a perfect mix of history and luxury — highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Entire staff very friendly and helpful. Room was very clean, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very nice robes and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great staff, wonderful rooms, excellent facilities!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

We extremely enjoyed our stay and will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Everyone was amazing and accommodating!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff was second to none!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Fantastic property in the nation’s capital!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

A tv in bar area would be a plus, like watching games
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very nice property and lots of cool history. Easy to walk to a number of restaurants too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

My stay was simply OK.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

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

Great to be able to stay at the famous Watergate Hotel. Must improve on the WiFi signal.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

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

Really lovely hotel that’s super smart and clean, with great sized rooms and a super location. Would go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Very nice and friendly employees, will be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

Very nice and elegant property was very pleasantly surprised by a great upgrade to the phenomenal presidential suite for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Gr8 access to everything
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

This is a lovely hotel. Very stylish, super clean and during my stop very quiet, which was over the UK Easter bank holiday weekend. Location is good for getting metro at foggy bottom and also walkable to the National mall and many other sights to see. Would stay again and highly recommend.
Sunset view from rooftop bar.

10/10

Everyone was so kind and happy for me to be there. Super friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025