The Watergate
Luxurious and legendary, The Watergate is a high-end urban retreat on the banks of the Potomac River. Ideally placed for art lovers to visit the John F Kennedy Centre or Renwick Gallery, and for history buffs to explore the eleven Smithsonian museums on the National Mall. Attention to detail is key here, with modern, decadent rooms and suites, one of the best whiskey bars in DC, and a rooftop bar with 360-degree panoramic views.
Accommodation at The Watergate
The hotel’s 336 rooms and suites are lavishly finished with sleek furniture and plush bedding, and bathrooms feature floor to ceiling marble. Filled with natural light they offer spaces to relax and take in the views of the river or city with king or queen size beds, and some with private balconies. Suites are large with spacious seating areas, and spectacular views, or for a truly memorable stay, why not opt for the Scandal Room. Featuring Scandal era items such as binoculars, a manual typewriter, a reel-to-reel tape recorder and curated book collection, this one-off space evokes the spirit of the 1970s.
Dining at The Watergate
Start your day at Kingbird, for a lavish breakfast that embodies contemporary twists on classics, or enjoy a pre-theatre dinner, happy hour and colourful, retro-inspired afternoon teas. The Next Whisky Bar, renowned for its elegant ambiance, features an extensive selection of curated scotch. Whilst the Top of the Gate rooftop bar provides unparalleled 360-degree views of the Potomac River, Washington Monument and the city skyline alongside cocktails and small plates during the summer months.
Things to do at The Watergate
Explore this historic neighbourhood's charming cobblestone streets, upscale boutiques, and waterfront parks. Visit iconic landmarks like the Kennedy Center and the Lincoln Memorial. Embark on a Potomac River cruise or stroll along the Georgetown Waterfront. With its central position The Watergate Hotel provides easy access to diverse cultural, recreational, and dining experiences in the vibrant heart of D.C. Or simply unwind, relax and restore at Argentta Spa.
Know Before You Go
It is standard practice for resorts/hotels within the USA to charge a mandatory resort fee which is payable locally. This fee can be anywhere between $5 to $50 per room per night and is not included in the cost of your Kenwood Travel holiday. Expect to pay a resort fee of approximately $33 + tax, per room per night (subject to change).
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Accommodation
Superior King
The modern and luxuriously appointed Superior guest rooms deliver refined decadence in the nation’s capital. Designed with today's traveler in mind, these rooms balance form and function, with a palette of warm tones, 48” flat-screen TVs, and spa-like marble bathrooms with custom amenities. The Superior guest rooms provide an abundance of natural light and great river or city views.
Deluxe Room 2 Doubles
The spacious Deluxe guest rooms were designed for the modern traveler, with warm tones and amenities that artfully balance form and function, such as spa-like marble bathrooms with custom amenities and 48" flat screen TVs. The luxuriously appointed Deluxe guest rooms are available with a King bed or Two Queen/Full beds.
Deluxe 2 Doubles With A River View
The largest single rooms featuring balconies with a view. Spacious Premier Rooms include seating area with leather couch, spa-like marble bathroom filled with custom amenities, and 48” flat-screen TVs. Premier Rooms with Balconies offer City or Potomac River Views.
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The Next Whisky Bar
Jim Morrison has been asking someone to show him the way here since the 1960s. Combining refined elegance with a modern twist, there's no bar like The Next Whisky Bar in Washington, D.C. An undulating copper wall leads guests from the lobby to an illuminated wall of 2,500 whisky bottles awash in a soft amber glow. Guests can sample from a high-end, curated selection of scotch.
Top Of The Gate
Whether you want to have after-work cocktails or host a stylish soirée, look no further than the Top of the Gate. Boasting 360-degree views of the Potomac River, the Washington Monument, and the city skyline, the Top of the Gate is truly a one-of-a-kind D.C. bar.
Kingbird
This spacious and stylish restaurant is a culinary destination for guests and locals alike. Just steps away from The Kennedy Center with views of the Potomac River, Kingbird is ideal for pre-theater dining. Menus feature re-imagined classics with a twist. On weekends, guests of Kingbird can enjoy afternoon tea.
