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The Watergate Hotel

5.0 star property
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3 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, rooftop bar
Dinner served, garden views
Terrace/patio
Indoor pool
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20037
  • Place, George Washington University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kennedy Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, National Mall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Washington, DC (IAD-Washington Dulles Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Diplomat) | View from room

Suite (Diplomat)

  • River view
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Suite (Ambassador)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 57 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite (Scandal) | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Suite (Scandal)

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Rose) | Lake view

Suite (Rose)

  • River view
  • 99 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Presidential Suite

  • River view
  • 223 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden View

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Watergate Hotel

A full-service spa, an indoor pool and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 3 bars/lounges, a fitness centre and a sauna. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Watergate Hotel offers 336 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Washington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness centre.

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

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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Watergate Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from George Washington University. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 bars and a full-service spa.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Enjoy garden views while dining at Top of the Gate
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and extended parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to aromatherapy, deep-tissue massages or facials at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Kennedy Center and Georgetown Waterfront Park
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
The Watergate Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a hot 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 centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 27000 square feet (2508 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the luxury The Watergate Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 5-star Washington hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a 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 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.

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 transport

  • 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)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • 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

  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (27,000 square foot 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
  • Lift (203 centimetre 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • 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.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 16 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 31.80 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 42.90 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness centre 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'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 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)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 31.80 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 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 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
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 7:00 AM to 9:00 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.
  • One child aged 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).

Property is also known as

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Watergate Hotel
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The Watergate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 744 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1133 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

wendy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nikki

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

DeJon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bianca, San Bruno

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eveliina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Love the renovations. Booked because I wanted to use the pool and it was closed for renovations. It was supposed to open the next day but then no one knew if it was still closed or not. But still loved the hotel, great staff, lovely room, great overall value!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Mia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The chicken and waffles used to be our favorite breakfast when we stayed at the hotel including the apple and cinnamon pancakes. It was a little disappointing to see it was removed from the bed and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, bed was comfortable and staff were great! There are no USBC plugs in the room so make sure to bring a brick. Just USB plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jaebi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Irina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but we had some issues with the balcony’s door that was solved fast. Our was a short stay so we didn’t have time for amenities but what really impressed me was the elegance of the hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Blessing

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big roach in my bathroom and another roach near the elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations were fabulous, service, white glove, location and setting spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room service came in the room while my wife was about to get undressed without knocking! So to rectify the upgraded the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoundel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cait

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chanel, Jacksonville

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful saunas, pool and jacuzzi. We are coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025