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The Watergate Hotel

5-star property
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 1800 796 370
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"Gym, pool, sauna & steam great clean and well maintained. " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 07 Dec 2019

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Hotel Description

The Watergate Hotel puts you in the heart of Washington, within just a 10-minute stroll of Kennedy Center and Georgetown Waterfront Park. Highlights at this hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.

A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs, and aromatherapy. Top of the Gate is open for dinner. The Next Whisky Bar is the hotel's own cocktail bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, spa tub, and sauna. 27000 square feet (2508 square meters) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference center, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business center. Plus you'll find free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and free use of bicycles. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking.

Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Northwest hotel include Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Art Museum of the Americas.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$575* Per night/room 21 Apr. - 22 Apr.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite (Rose)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

The Watergate Hotel ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
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Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Watergate Hotel

Family (1)
5 out of 5
Gym, pool, sauna & steam great clean and well maintained.

Posted by on 7 Dec. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 Dec. 2019 by TWH

Dear Guest, On behalf of all of us at The Watergate and Argentta Spa, we are delighted to find that your visit was so enjoyed and we applaud you for making the time to relax in the pool and spa. It would be a treat to one day welcome you again and we invite you to hurry back just as soon as you can. All the best, The Watergate Hotel

About the The Watergate Hotel

Location 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037

Property Features

The Watergate Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a spa 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 business-friendly The Watergate Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. This 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

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

Transport

  • Train station: Washington Union Station (8.1 km / 5.1 mi)
  • Metro station: Foggy Bottom Station (0.6 km / 0.4 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking and extended parking available for a surcharge

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 desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • Minibar
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down blanket
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rollaway beds (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Top of the Gate - Overlooking the garden, this rooftop bar serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco 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 select days.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Number of treatment rooms 7
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Body wraps
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Massages
  • Minimum age to access spa is 18
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Prenatal massage
  • Sports massage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

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.

Pet Policy

  • 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

Policies

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 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. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Children stay free
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • One child stays free
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Children stay free - maximum age 16
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • 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 follows sanitisation practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 37.93 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
  • Spa 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 20–45 for adults, and USD 12–33 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 58.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 58 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.

Hotel Names

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

You should know

  • 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).

Awards & Affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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