Salamander Washington DC

5.0 star property
VIP Access

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Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, pay films
Lobby lounge
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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1330 Maryland Ave, SW, Washington, DC, 20024
  • Place, National Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of African American History and Culture
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Monument
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National)
    ‪5 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Deluxe King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Queen Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Double Queen Roll In

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Water View King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Water View King Roll In

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Diplomat Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Mayor Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ambassador Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bethune Suite

  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Balcony One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Marina View One Bedroom Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Marina View One Bedroom Suite Accessible Roll In

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Premier Water View One Bedroom Suite

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Water View King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Water View Double Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Water View Double Queen Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Deluxe King and Queen Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Water View King and Queen Connecting Rooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Premier Water View 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Marina View 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Bethune 3-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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About this property

Salamander Washington DC

Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has a full-service spa and an indoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a health club, a 24-hour business centre and valet parking.
Salamander Washington DC offers 373 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Fridges, in-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

A health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an indoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

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

Salamander Spa has 14 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, Ayurvedic and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Salamander Washington DC. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from National Mall. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • For dining with garden views, stop by The Lounge, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Treat yourself to body wraps, Swedish massages or reflexology at Salamander Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the proximity to shopping and the helpful staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of National Mall and Jefferson Memorial
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Salamander Washington DC offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 2 restaurants on site. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre, 16 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 36000 square feet (3344 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Salamander Washington DC. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
The Lounge – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Dōgon – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 86.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 30 to 39 for adults and USD 22 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Dōgon
  • The Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • 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
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 36,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 14 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Children's robes
  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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 150 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 100.00 and a deposit of USD 150 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 40.58 per accommodation, per night.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 30 to 39 for adults and USD 22 to 22 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 86.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay plus a one-off USD 100.00 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 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.
  • Up to 3 children aged 12 years old and younger stay 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Washington D.C.
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Salamander Washington DC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 843 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1077 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1077 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short brief stay with excellent service and attentiveness of the staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Areonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with wonderful amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBIN, Stone Mountain

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The BEST hotel experience ever!!
Personal welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela Otelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always an elegant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

kelley

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anup

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room! Very friendly staff. My only - very minor - quibble is that the ironing table hanging on the door closet was very loose and almost fell off each time the closet was opened. That was the only blemish in an otherwise awesome room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel ever!!

One of the best hotels we have ever stayed. The staff was extremely kind and helpful. Not a single thing to complain about.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When we arrived, we did not get the room type I had prepaid for until i brought it up. They did change us. No upgrade offer was made to us. Next, when we arrived in the room, several lights did not work, the automatic blind on the main windows did not operate (my wife does not like to fully close the curtains at night, so she was perturbed at this), and the shower faucet was quite complicated, which finally then revealed that the water pressure was quite low on 8th floor. When we discovered all this, we had already unpacked and were going to bed, so it was too late to ask for another room. It took to the third day to get everything fixed. On Sunday, we discovered the one channel we wanted to watch on tv, Fox News, mysteriously no longer worked (a black screen). Literally, every other channel was fine. They had not fixed by the end of the day. Food was good. Beds were comfortable. But we would not return after our experience. We ended up checking out Sunday night, as our plans changed and we did not need to stay until Monday. When we asked for some credit for all the inconveniences, all they offered was to remove one meal from our room. They may have removed some other daily charges, but it did not show on the bill, so it felt insufficient. We will not return.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

LaTasha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Having stayed at both Salamander Middleburg and Hotel Bennett, this property doesn’t live up to its sister properties’ quality and experience. The water pressure was nearly a drip and barely warm, the mini bar was not pre-stocked, and in-room entertainment was limited. Also, the view from my room was facing construction but that isn’t the fault of the business. I suggest paying for the water view if you enjoy waking up to natural environments. With that said, the staff were friendly and diverse, and the 24-hour room service came in handy. I wasn’t able to get a reservation for Dōgon but that seemed to be a draw for guests. I will not return to stay but will return for dinner only given the great restaurant reviews. This hotel visit was for my husband’s birthday so was hoping this property met or exceeded our expectations - it did not. This location has some work to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kerson

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am writing to express my disappointment regarding my recent stay and the lack of VIP benefits I received for my birthday trip As a VIP member, I was expecting to receive the 2-hour late checkout benefit, but unfortunately, this was not honored. Upon check-in, I requested a late checkout and was told to return at 7 PM to check availability. When I did, I was informed there was no availability, and only after insisting was I granted a checkout at 1 PM — still not the 2 PM I am entitled to. What made this experience more frustrating was the inconsistency in service. During my check-in, I overheard a guest being offered a 4 PM checkout without issue, and I was told that the standard checkout time is 12 PM. However, the plaque in my room clearly stated the regular checkout time is 12 PM — meaning I was misinformed by the staff member who initially told me it was 11 AM. This inconsistency and lack of acknowledgment of VIP benefits left me feeling misled and undervalued as a guest. I hope you will look into this issue and take steps to ensure all guests — especially loyal VIP members — are treated with fairness and consistency. I would appreciate a follow-up and any compensation or gesture of goodwill you can offer for this experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA J

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a great experience that i booked the hotel in Middleburg for Christmas!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Bellevue

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinyo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I Love the Spa and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We especially appreciated the excellent service from the entire staff at the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davaughn

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a remarkable experience at this hotel. The spa was great. I had a pedicure and it was one of the best pedicures I’ve had!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025