The Watergate Hotel Georgetown

Hotels
8.2 (684 reviews)
2650 Virginia Avenue NW , Washington , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Expensive food
Noise issues
Inconsistent amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.1
Housekeeping provided refreshed rooms daily.
Service
8.9
Front desk staff and other personnel were very helpful and friendly.
Location
9.1
Excellent location for access to the Kennedy Center and major sights.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms were large and pleasant, but issues like noise and smell were noted.
Amenities
8.3
Hotel pool was delightful and other amenities were satisfactory.
Value for Money
7.6
Food was very expensive, impacting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
7.1
Dining options were limited and pricing inconsistent.
Overall Experience
8.4
Guests had a generally positive experience despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 20:35

Property Description

Luxurious Riverfront Accommodation:
Indulge in the breathtaking views of the Potomac River from your private balcony in one of the 336 sleek guestrooms. Each room at the Watergate Hotel boasts elegant marble bathrooms and upscale amenities for a truly luxurious stay.

Dining and Entertainment:
Sip on cocktails at The Top of the Gate rooftop bar while taking in panoramic views of the Georgetown waterfront and Washington Monument. With options for casual and fine dining, as well as a sophisticated whisky bar, guests can enjoy a variety of culinary experiences without leaving the hotel.

Wellness and Leisure:
Unwind at the on-site spa, stay active at the fitness center, or take a dip in the indoor pool. The Watergate Hotel ensures guests have access to top-notch facilities for relaxation and recreation during their stay.

Experience luxury, convenience, and stunning views at The Watergate Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay in Washington, D.C.

Important information:

The resort fee includes the following:

- Access to our 50-foot heated indoor pool, plus sauna and steam room
- 24-hour fitness center with bottled water and towel service
- Complimentary bike rental (upon availability)
- Overnight shoe shine service
- Local and long distance domestic phone calls
- Morning coffee in the lobby
- 24-hour business center
- Daily morning coffee (and tea) at Kingbird Restaurant from 6:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Handling and delivery of incoming packagesGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 58 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 684 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.1
Service: 8.9
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 7.1
Overall Experience: 8.4
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Sonneland • couple • us
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Wang • extended_group • us
3
性价比实在不高。
Pros:

房间大小还差不多符合预期。 房间还比较干净。

Cons:

员工只是礼貌， 但不真诚。 离店时乘坐的电梯就是不停大堂这一层。 反复折腾。 房间内淋浴部分水会漏出到马桶这里。 放在迷你吧台上的小包装零食与免费矿泉水放在一起， 并无标价， 退房时也无说明， 离店后追加收费。

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • solo_traveller • ge
9
Pros:

Great location!!!

Cons:

No microwaves and toilet smelled like sewage. They fixed it but 2 days later it smelled again but I checked out the next day so 🤷🏾‍♀️

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Mohmmed • couple • ae
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Las vistas y la piscina

Cons:

La entrada. Difícil de encontrar y poco acogedora

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • au
9
A truly memorable stay, I’d come back in a heartbeat!
Pros:

The staff were excellent, location was perfect and the history is timeless!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Justin • couple • us
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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cody • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Bright • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good stay, liked the environment. The staff are great customer support team
Pros:

Checking in was smooth, this went very well

Cons:

TV in my room was not working

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Hendrix • couple • us
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Yohana • couple • us
1
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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abbey • couple • us
6
Terrible room above the car valets with no screen on the balcony door and a staff that wouldn’t recognize a repeated cus
Pros:

The spa is incredible.

Cons:

I’ve been staying at the Watergate for the last four years. My most recent trip was for my daughter’s graduation from George Washington University. I also had two other couples stay at the hotel for the Graduation. I was given a room above the valet and car park. My guests were given better rooms. I had no screen door on my balcony, which I wanted to leave open for fresh air. We heard cars & valets every night. I should have been given another room or upgraded to make me happy, it was the worst room imaginable.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Murchison • couple • us
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • us
7
Pros:

The history and bar

Cons:

Construction happening early in Saturday morning the floor above us made sleep impossible.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • us
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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seagull68 • solo_traveller • tr
9
Pros:

Lokasyon, Temizlik, Konfor, Çalışanların tavır ve davranışları samimi ve profesyonel

Cons:

Sevmediğimiz bir yanı yoktu

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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marta • couple • it
5
Albergo di lusso con servizi pessimi - pulizia buona
Pros:

Albergo esteticamente di lusso e molto bello- posizione ottima von vista sul Potomac bellissima

Cons:

Servizio di reception pessimo- poco gentili ti danno la chiave e ti fanno salire in camera con le valigie senza aiuto- non spiegano nulla dell’hotel e a qualsiasi domanda non rispondono- abbiamo pagato una notte in più per fare late check out ma non hanno rifatto la camera e comunque non eranunnproblema darcene la disponibilità tutto il giorno.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Jason • family_with_children • gb
10
Fantastic
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Erika • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee