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The Watergate Hotel

The Watergate Hotel
The Watergate Hotel – Washington D.C., DC
The Watergate Hotel – Washington D.C., DC
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About The Watergate Hotel

Located along the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the historic Watergate Hotel offers luxurious rooms with private balconies and views of the river. Complimentary WiFi is available in public areas. A flat-screen TV and work desk are offered in each of the 336 sleek guestrooms at the Hotel Watergate. Each room features a floor-to-ceiling marble bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and custom toiletries created by La Bottega. Guests can grab a drink at The Top of the Gate, a rooftop bar with panoramic views of the Georgetown waterfront and Washington Monument. Casual and fine dining are also available and a whiskey bar is located just off of the hotel's lobby. Featuring an on-site spa, The Watergate Hotel offers a fitness center where guests can exercise, as well as an indoor pool. Concierge services are provided and a business center and gift shop are available for guest convenience. The Capitol is 3.4 mi from The Watergate Hotel, while The White House is 1.4 mi away. Ronald Reagan National Airport is 5 mi from the property.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property

Reviews

4.4 / 5
Excellent 1181 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good hotel but need urgent update

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The service was not good. The hotel and room were ok, location ok. But service and valet parking terrible

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Dirty carpet, big stain on room carpet. Acoustic terrible, you can hear regular voice level next door conversations.... The seal between wall and window is a home depot foam seal, that is not an acoustic rated joint material.... For a $300 night hotel is not acceptable

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Highly Recommended

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Such a treat! Historic hotel with a 1970s opulence vibe, amazing shower water pressure, excellent food and service at the restaurant. Would definitely recommend and stay again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Unfortunately, despite paying for and getting an “upgraded” room with river views, the desk looked damaged (old water damage), and the toilet roll holder was broken after the cleaning crew did their regular cleaning. The staff was wonderful, the food and service amazing, and in general the stay was fantastic, but was disappointed to see unappealing details such as the aforementioned ones.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Service was great, the pool was a bit chilly, but very nice

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Fantastic experience! Well worth the money.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The spa area is nice. The bathrooms were very nice. The watergate complex is in need of capital improvements. However, the decor of the hotel itself is spectacular and unique. The food associated was the Kingbird was terrific and the staff was cordial and courteous.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    We had a Suite on 3rd floor on corner with wrap around balcony. The shower is amazing and so is room service food. Having extra half bath is def a plus. Staff are very nice. There is a liquor store right in building downstairs next door and Tazza for breakfast and dinner (good pizza). Just far enough away from very touristy area, but a quick 5 min uber gets you to sights in dc without hassle. Good place to reach museums and Georgetown outside of dc. Furniture is a little beat up, but did not deter from our comfort. There was construction outside, but you could not hear anything really through insulated windows. Wish half of the fridge was not filled, so we could have put some of our waters in it so they would be cold.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The Westgate was great, lovely clean room.. it’s a beautiful hotel! Can’t wait to come back.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Its was nice, but balcony veiw is obstructed by a huge tree so you cant see much of the River view

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice spa area

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great looking hotel with an unusual history in a safe area with plenty of things to see within walking distance.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great staff but not worth the price tag. We stayed for the history but regretted not being in the middle of the action. Crazy prices for water and no store nearby to buy any. Paid a lot extra for a river view that was not only obstructed by construction but noisy because of it! So a waste of money. Nice staff, they try hard, just can’t make up for shortcomings.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    A very nicely located hotel clean comfortable you can walk all over Washington from there .

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will highly recommend this hotel to all my friends.

Frequently asked questions about The Watergate Hotel

Does The Watergate Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Watergate Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does The Watergate Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Watergate Hotel offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does The Watergate Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Watergate Hotel offers meeting spaces, a conference center, and dedicated conference rooms, making it well-suited for corporate events, team offsites, and group meetings.
Does The Watergate Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Watergate Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, sauna, pool.
Where is The Watergate Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Watergate Hotel is located at 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington D.C., DC 20037. With a Walk Score of 96, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Watergate Hotel
  • United States Department of State 0.2 mi
  • I Have a Dream 0.5 mi
  • White House 0.7 mi
  • Lojban 0.9 mi
  • Washington Monument 0.9 mi
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation 1.3 mi
  • Smithsonian Institution 1.4 mi

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