Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf
Washington, D.C., United States · ★★★★★ · 9.2/10 Exceptional · guest rating
Luxury hotel on the Potomac River in The Wharf neighborhood, with a spa, heated pool, a rooftop Japanese restaurant and views over the water.
Pendry Washington DC is on Water Street SW, in Washington's Southwest Waterfront, one of the city's recently redeveloped neighborhoods. It has views of the Potomac River and stands out for its heated pool, its spa and a Japanese restaurant with outdoor seating on the top floor. From here you can walk to the waterfront promenade, live music venues and the marina.
Rooms are modern, with heated bathroom floors and a contemporary design style. The hotel accepts pets and offers a hot tub, a poolside bar and room service for in-room dining. To explore the capital, the National Mall is about a 15-minute walk and water taxis leave from nearby; confirm hours, services and any conditions with the hotel before you travel.
Why stay here
- Luxury hotel on the Potomac River, in The Wharf
- Heated pool, hot tub and spa with treatments
- Rooftop Japanese restaurant with river views
- Theaters, marina and promenade a few minutes on foot
- Tip: ask for a room with a river view
The setting
The modern, multi-story building faces the river and the Wharf promenade. Rooms pair contemporary lines with four-poster beds in some categories, round dining tables and marble bathrooms with glass showers. The outdoor pool and the terrace with seating let you enjoy the view, and a bar overlooking the city rounds out the offering, a pleasant spot for an evening drink.
What we like
- Location on the Potomac River, with views of the water
- Heated pool, hot tub and spa at the hotel
- Theaters, restaurants and the marina a short walk away
- National Mall and museums about 15 minutes on foot
- Design-forward rooms with marble bathrooms
Worth knowing
- The Wharf can be lively and noisy on show nights
- The National Mall is about a 15-minute walk, a bit far for those who prefer downtown
Don't miss
Take an evening stroll along the Wharf, with live music at The Anthem or Pearl Street Warehouse, and dinner with a view of the river. You can also take a water taxi to Old Town Alexandria or visit the fish market, just steps away.
Facilities
- Heated pool
- Hot tub
- Pendry Spa
- Japanese restaurant
- Poolside bar
- Bar with city views
- Terrace with seating
- Room service
- Pets accepted (ask about conditions)
- Heated bathroom floors
- WiFi
- Air conditioning
Location
The hotel is at 655 Water Street SW, in The Wharf. The Gangplank Marina and Arena Stage are a three- and five-minute walk away, The Anthem theater is five, and the National Mall and the National Postal Museum are about fifteen. The area is full of restaurants and live music. Traffic varies, and on show nights the neighborhood is often busy.
Address: 655 Water Street SW, Washington, DC, 20024
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pendry on the river?
Yes, the hotel is in The Wharf neighborhood, with views of the Potomac River. Ask for a water-view room to enjoy the panorama, subject to availability.
Does it have a pool and a spa?
Yes, it has a heated pool, a hot tub and a spa with massages and body treatments. Confirm hours and bookings with the hotel before you travel.
What can I visit on foot?
From the hotel you can walk to the Wharf promenade, the marina, Arena Stage and The Anthem, and the National Mall is about a 15-minute walk away.
Are pets accepted?
The listing says the hotel accepts pets. Conditions such as size, number and extra charges are best checked with the hotel before you book.
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