EMPTYJET Approved
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
Washington · United States
79.3EMPTYJETEMPTYJET Consensus score out of 100$$$from ~$557 / night
- business
- city breaks
EMPTYJET ApprovedEMPTYJET rank #4214
The Watergate Hotel
Third band: properties that pass the EMPTYJET luxury gate but with fewer or narrower references. Still a deliberate selection, not a directory.
2,196 guest reviews analysed
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington DC, DC, 20037, USA
Distinctions
Forbes Travel Guide
EMPTYJET Consensus
67.5 / 100
Our own composite of guest reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, Booking, Agoda and every major platform — the praise and the complaints.
Analysed from 2,196 guest reviews across Tripadvisor, Agoda and Trip.com.
Most noted: service.
Best for
- city breaks
- business
- wellness
- food & wine
About The Watergate Hotel
The Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C. is an EMPTYJET property offering a blend of classic elegance and mid-century modern design. Guests can experience the Top Of The Gate Rooftop bar, The Next Whisky Bar, and weekend afternoon tea service. Argentta Spa provides body treatments, massages, and HydraFacials, while a heated, saltwater indoor pool is available for relaxation.
The hotel’s amenities cater to a variety of travellers, from those seeking wellness experiences to those enjoying social gatherings at the rooftop bar. Its central location in Washington, D.C. makes it a convenient base for city exploration and business visits.
Why it stands out
EMPTYJET lists The Watergate Hotel for its Approved status, prime Washington, D.C. location, and a strong mix of amenities. The property stands out for its rooftop bar, spa with HydraFacials, and heated saltwater indoor pool, making it suitable for both leisure and business travellers seeking comfort and convenience.
Key facts
- Check-in / out
- 16:00 / 11:00
- Pets
- allowed
- Architecture
- The Watergate Hotel's flowing avant-garde architecture was designed by Luigi Moretti to emulate the mighty Potomac
- Type
- City, Wellness
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Swimming pool — Take a plunge in our heated, saltwater indoor pool
Dining
- Bar — there's no bar like The Next Whisky Bar in Washington, D.C.
- Afternoon tea — evidence: On weekends enjoy the best afternoon tea service in D.C.
Wellness
- Spa — Argentta Spa is a modern, luxurious oasis
Dining
Verified 19 Aug 2026Spa & wellness
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
Location
38.8997, 77.0553Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial17 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia1 field
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