2650 Virginia Avenue NW

Description

Step foot in our luxury hotel in Washington D.C. and discover an urban resort located along the banks of the Potomac River. Here, you+GGll uncover a hotel unlike anything in Washington D.C. +GG a place where modern design blends with an iconic landmark to redefine luxury. The Watergate Hotel's flowing avant-garde architecture was designed by Luigi Moretti to emulate the mighty Potomac, and its stunning new Ron Arad-designed interior lives up to the building's original elegance. Complementing the hotel's new, modern feel are the retro-chic staff uniforms, made by Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant.The Watergate Hotel takes classic elegance and bold mid-century modern design and adds all of the extravagance and warmth of contemporary luxury. This one-of-a-kind hotel pays tribute to its own storied past, while paving the way for a new chapter to be written.Our name is synonymous with the country's biggest political scandal. The Watergate Hotel, however, was controversial from the start. When it opened in 1965, celebrity Italian architect Luigi Moretti's curvy, sprawling design sent shock waves through conservative D.C. Despite criticism, the Washington D.C. luxury hotel quickly became a playground for the fabulous. Actors and models hobnobbed with the congressmen and Supreme Court justices who lived in the Watergate apartments. Its glamorous reputation was eclipsed with political scandal on June 17, 1972, when five intruders were caught in the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee, leading to Richard Nixon+GGs resignation from the presidency.Since Nixon infamously declared "I am not a crook," The Watergate Hotel saw many renovations, but none that embraced its original design or posh patrons +GG until now. We have arrived at the hotel's newest chapter as a luxury hotel in Washington D.C. Moretti disciple Ron Arad has restored The Watergate Hotel with a dramatic copper lobby and lush, mid-century modern furniture. Our staff is poised to create a memorable experience for every guest. When it comes to hotels near Georgetown, Washington D.C., nothing tops the history of The Watergate Hotel.PRESIDENTIAL SUITEWaterfront is the only view. Our impressive and spacious Presidential Suites are the ultimate VIP experience - furnished with dark wood floors, custom crafted seating, and a walnut-and-bronze table. The fireplace in the living room can be enjoyed while lounging on distressed leather and organic velvet upholstery. Exclusive La Bottega bath amenities are provided in the floor-to-ceiling marble bathrooms, as well as the additional powder room. The French- and Italian-inspired Presidential Suite includes a private kitchen and two separate balconies that provide an abundance of natural light and sweeping waterfront views. In order to reserve our Presidential SuitesThis comes with all hotel amentias and fully furnished.Seasonal Rates applies. from 18,000 through 39,000.00